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π Today's my birthday and I've been thinking a lot about this 1 skill that's helped me get to where I am.
Confident communication.
It is also something I get a lot of comments about from others who want to improve in this area.
Many corporate professionals eventually hit a wall due to poor communication. Even worse, people grow comfortable with their communication style and fail to adapt it as they take on bigger roles.
This complacency can lead to serious consequences. Throughout my career and coaching experience, I've seen this pattern hold back outstanding professionals.
When facing tough conversations or important meetings, embracing confident communication is crucial. You need to craft a compelling message and truly believe in what you say and how you say it. Avoiding doing so not only slows your growth but also builds limiting habits that impact your future success.
By committing to confident communication, you can transform these obstacles. It's not just about speaking; it's about conveying your message with assurance, clarity, and convictionβall of which will set you apart as a peak performer.
If you haven't already, save your seat for my free masterclass happening live next week. I'll show you how to communicate with confidence and other crucial how-to's to level up your career. Join here.β
You've got this!
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π Community news
β‘ Free Career Growth Accelerator Masterclass:It's your time to become the person you want to be in your career. To get to where you want to go. To have clarity on what to do and exactly how to do it to get to your next level.Join my live session next week where I'll show you how.β β
π Live Leadership Career Q&A: Join me and my COO live today at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT on LinkedIn, Instagram, or YouTube. Heβll share insights from his time as CEO of a global consumer brand. Pick the platform where you feel most comfortable asking your questions, and weβll see you there! β
π 2 days with Alex Hormozi and the Acquisition.com team: Earlier this week, my team and I went to Las Vegas for an incredible in-person workshop hosted by 2 of our favourite entrepreneurs, Alex Hormozi and Leila Hormozi. We met their entire Acquisition.com leadership team and got to deep dive into our biggest opportunity areas and discuss tactical strategies on how we can continue to bring even more your way. We left feeling inspired and energized and cannot wait to share more with you as things unfold! Just like I share with my clients, it's so important to invest in yourself as it's the most profitable investment you can make. I love to lead by example.
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π‘ Top finds of the week
πΏ Watch this: This one minute YouTube short may be just what you need to hear on the topic of confidence and feeling stuck. For those of you who are spinning your wheels, this short clip may be the thing that sparks something within you to take the tiniest of action.
π‘ Read this: This McKinsey article shows how targeted skills like strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving can help mid-stage professionals thrive. Worth a read.
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π Client case study of the week
Thanks to your recent feedback from our poll, I'll be sharing more case studies of my clients' results this year and how they're making it happen. Here's one from this week! β βThe Context: Earlier this year, we helped my client inside my βCareer Success Fast Trackβ’β program turn an automated rejection into her dream job offer in hospitality. We initiated proactive outreach within her network, connecting her directly with the key decision-maker of the role. This strategic approach fast-tracked her interview process, enhancing her communication and interview skills, allowing her to surpass a more qualified candidate on paper through resilience, flawless delivery and a positive attitude. β βThe Success: Just 3 months into her new role, she has received significant recognition, including a Gold Star Certificate from her executive team, highlighting her standout performance. β βThe Strategy: We prioritized increasing her visibility, building strong relationships with her direct and indirect teams, and establishing clear boundaries from the start to focus on what truly matters. These strategic efforts have significantly contributed to her early success in the role. Let's go!
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