Tanveer shares his mental health journey as a burnt out sales development representative and the importance of prioritizing mental well-being. He discusses the pressure to work harder as a person of color and the need to shift from a quantity-focused mindset to a quality-focused mindset. Tanveer emphasizes the importance of detaching from outcomes and finding fulfillment in the process. He also reflects on his experience as Gary Vaynerchuk's personal security guard and the lessons he learned about empathy and being present in interactions. Tanveer shares the importance of being of service, empathetic, and listening to others. He emphasizes the value of feeling seen and heard, which he experienced at a leadership camp. Tanveer also discusses the shift from a focus on self to a focus on the relationship in his marriage. He highlights the significance of shared values, vision, and purpose. In terms of impactful content, Tanveer mentions the importance of mindfulness, intentional time management, and the intersection between high performance and fulfillment. Lastly, he advises his past self to breathe, meditate, journal, and give himself grace.
Prioritizing mental health is crucial, especially in high-pressure industries like sales.
Shifting from a quantity-focused mindset to a quality-focused mindset can lead to greater fulfillment and success.
Detaching from outcomes and finding joy in the process can help reduce stress and anxiety.
Empathy and being present in interactions are key to building meaningful connections and relationships. Being of service, empathetic, and listening to others is important in a world where people are lonely and crave connection.
Feeling seen and heard is a powerful experience that fosters deep connections.
In a marriage, shifting from a focus on self to a focus on the relationship is crucial.
Shared values, vision, and purpose are foundational in a strong relationship.
Mindfulness, intentional time management, and living with a sense of purpose contribute to a fulfilling life.
Advice to one's past self: breathe, meditate, journal, give yourself grace, act in accordance with your values, be present, and let go of undue pressure.
"I couldn't speak. Like I had a prospect on the phone and I couldn't get the words out."
"Over time, I've realized that 210% doesn't necessarily have to mean quantity. It can be quality."
"I suck at small talk, man. I'm horrible at small talk. And honestly, I'm not a big fan. So when I'm talking to somebody, like I really wanna learn, like what are the things that you think about on a day-to-day basis? What are the things that excite you? What are the things that you struggle with?"
00:00 Introduction and Excitement
00:28 Tanveer's Mental Health Journey
08:22 Shifting from Quantity to Quality
14:17 Detaching from Outcomes
22:41 Lessons from Being Gary Vaynerchuk's Security Guard
27:49 The Power of Empathy and Connection
32:08 The Transformative Impact of a Coach
35:21 The Shift from 'Me' to 'We' in Marriage
38:28 The Value of Mindfulness and Gratitude
40:31 Intentional Time Management for a Fulfilling Life
43:32 Exploring the Intersection of High Performance and Fulfillment
48:41 Letting Go of Self-Imposed Pressure and Being Present
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