Executive Coach, Lifelong learner, Dad, Bass player, Outdoor Enthusiast, Former Apple Worldwide Director of Finance.
[DSD] The Red Herring of Leadership
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Two things stand in the way of your leadership growth.
Let’s assume you already have clear goals (if not, reach out for a complimentary clarity session). The problem is… Most people pursue the wrong approach to achieve their goals. Working harder, learning a new skill, changing jobs… these are familiar and alluring pathways. But what got you here won’t get you there. To reach a new level of success, you have to do something different. Try this instead. Imagine you were 2x as confident in pursing your goal. What would you do differently? Most people get an immediate insight from that simple question. And that tells you something important. To reach your goal, you don’t have to change anything other than your mindset. How would your week look different if you were 2x as confident? Reply, send me a brief note, and tell me how. To more confidence, P.S. This week I give 5 steps to earn more respect on Do Something Different. Listen on your commute, and see if you find the connection to confidence. |
Rusty Gaillard
Executive Coach, Lifelong learner, Dad, Bass player, Outdoor Enthusiast, Former Apple Worldwide Director of Finance.
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