Gritty and Curious

Fact or fiction?

This is quite interesting.

So, picture a spectrum, on one end we have fiction and on the other end, we have facts.

When we absorb media, content, or information, we need to consider where it falls on this spectrum. Is it a fact? Is it fiction?

By reminding ourselves to think about these things, it forces us to rationalize the information we are absorbing. So often, do we hear something and immediately think it is true. Immediately, we join the bandwagon because that is what everyone else is thinking. Or, immediately we are sold because some people are awesome at convincing and persuading. However, if we take time to think about our spectrum, and where this information falls, then we can protect ourselves from instant and mindless persuasion.

Tell me about a time when…

You had to work in a team

You demonstrated leadership skills

You had to overcome a conflict

Odds are, you’ve been asked one of these questions before. Interviewers ask behavioral questions because they test your behavior in certain situations. How do you work in a team environment? How are your leadership skills? How do you deal with conflict?

In this podcast, you will learn...

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How can I apply the STAR method?

When should I use the STAR method?

In our lifetimes, we will meet more people online than in person. That being said, it is important that we present ourselves authentically online. The issue is that many of us are pressured to be perfect.

In today's episode, I talk about...

How should we present ourselves online?

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