In 'Think Again', Adam Grant argues that the ability to rethink at personal, interpersonal, and collective levels is crucial in today's polarized world. He uses scientific research, personal anecdotes, and engaging stories to illustrate how people can find joy in being wrong, leverage the benefits of impostor syndrome, and cultivate environments of lifelong learning. Grant emphasizes the need to challenge our convictions, adopt a scientific mindset, and foster curiosity and humility. He provides examples of individuals who have successfully rethought their approaches, from firefighters to business leaders, and offers practical exercises for improving rethinking skills[2][4][5].
This book, written by former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss and co-author Tahl Raz, provides a masterclass in influencing others through negotiation. It distills the Voss method, revealing skills such as establishing rapport, creating trust with tactical empathy, and transforming conflict into collaboration. The book is filled with real-life examples from Voss's career, illustrating how these techniques can be applied in both professional and personal life to achieve goals and defuse potential crises.
This week we’re covering the secret hustle to success with our host, Erica Wenger!
Erica built and sold her first business, gathered speakers for a womens’ summit, established a podcast, and invested in real estate all using the method of cold outreach. What is cold outreach? How does this method work in practicality? What are the secrets behind this gem of success? This week, she’s here to uncover it all!
In this episode, Erica recalls one of her first jobs at a call center where she was introduced to the art of cold calling and how this practice has evolved overtime to the success she embodies today. Breaking down the importance of thinking on your feet, establishing first impression interpersonal relations, and the connectivity between cold outreach and your end goal are just the beginning...
Twentysomethings, get ready to welcome in more opportunities than you could ever have imagined by mastering the art of cold outreach! Listen now for the episode that covers it all with our host, Erica Wenger!
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