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How To Talk Yourself Up (Without Turning People Off)

May 11, 2021
Leslie John, an associate professor at Harvard Business School, shares her expertise on effective self-promotion strategies. She explains how to tout accomplishments without annoying colleagues and debunks the ineffectiveness of humblebragging. John emphasizes the importance of timing and enlisting allies to boost your profile while maintaining authenticity. She discusses balancing personal achievements with team recognition and addresses the impact of gender and race on self-advocacy, offering practical tips for navigating diverse workplace cultures.
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