Thoughts of the Week: July 7, 2023

Stop treating humility like a badge of honor - it's holding you back.

This might be an unpopular opinion, but here’s something I want you to think about as we head into the weekend: Humility is *not* a virtue.

In fact, humility is likely keeping you small…but that’s not something people like to talk about. People are afraid of being seen as “overly confident,” but it’s important to remember that there’s a MASSIVE difference between arrogance and confidence.

So what does this look like in practice?

Instead of downplaying your accomplishments, own them. Do big things and take credit for them — just don’t be a jerk about it. Even if you go to the extreme, even if that confidence ends up being “inflated,” it’s important to remember that overconfidence is far less destructive than self-doubt.

Own your strengths. Lean into them. Know what you’re capable of, take off the brakes, and go for it.

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2. Creating Your Own Momentum. Too many people wait for momentum to appear. If you want to make your own, start by reading this.

3. Raise Your Bar. The bar you hold for yourself and others is far more important than you might think, and it plays a critical role in building the life you want.

4. The Mindset of “No Plan B”. The story you tell yourself matters more than you think, which is why you need to stop giving yourself cognitive outs.

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3. Self-belief creates titans. It’s time to stop doubting yourself and take what you want instead.