Refined & Unhinged

The Art of Self-Promotion When the World Tells You To Be Humble

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Ali Stricklin and Jen Dryden-Hess discover the shocking definition of humility and dive into a career discussion. They discuss insights from Michelle Obama's book 'The Light We Carry', emphasizing the importance of not dimming one's light and the need for self-championing. They explore the need for self-promotion, taking up space, and the challenges of navigating the job market. 

The conversation also touches on the significance of soft skills in the evolving job landscape, the idea of reframing rejection as a positive experience, and the journey of entrepreneurship, including the complexities of money mindset.

NOTES

  • Don't let people dim your light.
    • You can be proud of your achievements.
      • Rejection is one of the most beautiful things.
        • The universe has a plan.
          • You don't have to pick a lane.
            • You have to self-champion.
              • Soft skills are what's going to lead in the future.
                • You need to get out from behind the curtain.
                  • Have a “nothing is below me” attitude.

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