Sometimes, You Don't Have to Prove Yourself
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ต.ค. 2023
- Dont show up to prove. Show up to improve.
Recorded at @SummitSessions at Sea in conversation with Molly Bloom, May 2023
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Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.
Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do.
Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game.
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I took this advice and lost my new job as a news radio broadcaster. They wouldn’t even watch this short for themselves.
Hilarious
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Don’t lie. This didn’t happen.
@jin6000 wow, people like you rlly exist, its called a sarcastic joke, where you say something which isn't truthful like a false story, for the purpose of comedic effect, and I found it amusing, are you an American? If so, my condolences. Have a great day
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Caught one. 🎣
This is such an important lesson, especially for those new to business.
Sane!!
after my promotion was announced my previous manager ( who promoted me ) said the same thing, " no need to prove yourself, we know you can do it, thats why we chose you " and that lifted a lot of burden in my shoulder ( burdens that i didnt know even exsist )
So important. We tend to undo more than we prove. Silence is such a powerful tool.
Agree
This is not a universal truth, some jobs will expect you to prove yourself, some won't.
@@missionpupa True. I do believe there is value and you add value in contributing to the conversation. Many times people feel they have to contribute all the time, drowning out others. In the words of Kenny Rogers, “Know when to hold’em and know when to fold’em.” It’s an art and each organization is different.
Knowing when to speak does it.
This is so nice to hear. That's all I want to do my first 90 days. Shut up and listen and learn wtf is going on before blabbing.
I was a new employee at a company and I was shutting up and listening in a meeting and all of a sudden, I was called on to give input. I was ready Because I had been taking notes. This advice is not for POC, because there will be demands to prove you deserve the position😊
When we focus on living our lives authentically and true to ourselves, that's when we really start to thrive.
Thank you sir
That's mouthful!
That's true, sometime your boss give your time not for show your talent but to know how your react for that time, keep calm and don't show off
I've actually noticed that when someone is new they have innovative ideas and are exited to share them. The longer they stay in a company the higher the chances not to sharecthese ideas because they want to fit in.
THIS ONE
Active listening is a powerful tool. Remain open and engaged and smile if appropriate. Everyone will think you hold secrets to the universe. Minimal effort required.
Active listening means responding intelligently to what they are talking about, it doesn’t mean sit quietly
@@jo0k Active listening is allowed to respond, but more about validating and encouraging the speaker than responding to them.
I love that idea! The urge to prove ourselves can be so strong, but it's actually more effective to lean back and observe where we can make the biggest impact.
This is so true. Not that I've ever been given a shot at anything, but I've seen others, and they do have this "I have to prove myself" vibe. And that's doesn't work too well.
If only I had understood this before quitting my job because of anxiety and constant self induced pressure…
It depends on the industry you are in🙌🏻🙌🏻
I am vetted by a company to do contract work, but then they take advantage thinking they can contract my business to do all projects at rock bottom profit. When "giving you a shot" is not to your benefit because you are the best at what you do but to manipulate the hell out of you, then you should know when to walk away.
A really good reminder
Say much less and observe to make sure that you're fulfilling all of your responsibilities. Let your actions speak.
Simon is smart great lesson
Definitely resonates
"We know u r smart, because u already vetted". Thank you, i need that very much. 😊
Gold.
Thank you. I do always try to prove my worth so thank you for that ❤
TRUTH SHALL SET YOU FREE MY NAME IS GRACE AND MERCY JOY TO THE LORD AND THE WORLD AND THE LORD COMETH AND GOETH AND REJOICES FOR ME NOT AGAINST ME MUTUALLY.
That is the best advice I’ve ever heard. Thank you! 👏🏼
This is so true. I truly cringe😬 each time I remember the blunder I made in my first meeting in my current job.
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Amazing
Thanks for the tip
I like the watch.
Highly relatable to the meaningless questions asked in a meeting/session just to prove that they are actively participating
Wow. What an important lesson
Spot on. It would be nice to add that gratitude in one way or another should be shown at one point to people that opened the doors or gave you a job.
"Shut up and listen." .... good advice. ;-)
This is truly great
So true! Thank you ❤
The sad truth however is that very often a company culture will reward the loudest in the room, seen it so many times.
needed to hear this
Sinek. Is a goof!!
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Thank goodness 🙏.... needed this
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Going back to work after some empowerment of growth to give leverage
Ohhh. Just be myself
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Listening is very powerful
Yes, kind of like, I've already been raised by good parents
Super point made
I love Simon Sinek
No one loves Simon Sinek more than Simon Sinek listening to himself
public speakers tend to give off those vibes.
Thanks for sharing that. I needed to hear this
I feel like I need to heard this once a week.
Amen
That is SO GOOD!!
대박이다
For those commenting that this didn't work: this advice, as all advice, should be taken with a grain of salt; it may not apply fully or at all, it depends on each job opportunity, the expectations that need to be met and asking appropriate questions to get better at knowing the scope of the work thoroughly.
Though in my opinion, this advice applies to all new employees, not only upper management. Because they do not know the company well enough to contribute right from the start. I agree with this advice; however, you must ask if not sure of the full scope of the work and the expectations of you.
I don't see it in the same way of not having to prove yourself, that's a "bit" much, in every job you must prove yourself worthy of the opportunity at all times; but it has to be done wisely, not from a stance of "I know better" from day one, this could for sure become not only annoying, but establish you as a know-it-all, trying too hard or rather inappropriately hard, when you were hired you did already prove worthy of the opportunity. At the beginning, proving yourself worthy is to obey, follow the rules, protocols and do your very best to give 100% results according to your skill level and also to the level of training provided.
In my business, this was the case, at first I had all new employees focus on learning what they needed to and they were expected to ask questions, not input. As they proved to be good employees; grew more knowledgeable of their jobs and the company's overall goals, I did welcome input. For new projects this did not apply. I hired experts in the field for their input and what their expertise could add to my plans, so input was expected from day one.
Blessings to everyone!!! Be and share your God-given awesomeness every day ppl!!! 🙏🏻❤️
I love ❤️ this
Omgggg I love thattttttt
This is good advice
I recently got hired at a German company as a software engineer, after graduating with a bachelor's in Buisness English and a java bootcamp (dont do what I did, CS degree is much easier + less stressful). Because I dont have a formal education in computers and because I've always been behind in life, I've always had to go above and beyond the standard just to get by. Entering my new job I had so much anxiety about not being good enough and it's really a wake up to realise that if I was below the standard (as my paranoia suggests), then I wouldnt have been hired in the first place. Im so glad to have heard this
I wish I could like this twice.
I needed to hear this!
Love that! ❤
thank you for this
There’s something about this gentleman that I just don’t buy entirely. 😊
Absolutely
I'M AGREE😮
I like that- shut up and listen
So good.
Top ❤
I just love this video ❤❤
Absolutely sooo true!
Yes
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Some truth, but it’s balance by the fact that newbies see possibilities for process and cultural improvements before they get assimilated into the institution’s “gears.”
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Wow, i haven't looked at it that way.
Так интересно вас читать, нажимая кнопку "перевести". Просто я русский 😊😊
Important lesson!
How brilliant you are ❤
Great concept!
The algorithm brought this to me at the perfect time
Very good advice thank you ❤
True.
We know u r smart, because u already vetted. Thank you, I need that vetmuck 😊
Really good perspective!
Yesterday, I was fired for the first time in my 59 years of life, on my second day at work. Her excuse was that I was not assertive enough. I’m devastated beyond words. I can hardly breathe, because it was working for my favorite salon.
I am sorry , don’t let that comment bring you down. I think quality is what matters specifically in Salon setting. Hopefully you have enough saved up in your 401 k to get by till next opportunity presents itself. Sometimes personalities don’t mash or simply it is directing you somewhere better and brighter. Just believe.
Fuck'em. They judge you thru the window of they're own perspective that doesn't mean they know anything about you. Chin up.
Things happen for a reason, and always believe that the reason is a good one. Even better things will come your way, I'm sure of it. Hope you feel better soon. ❤🌷🫂
Take time to recuperate from this blow and then get up and start your own consulting business. Age discrimination is a real thing (not saying that's what it was) and it undermines the self confidence of some incredibly talented people.
You got this!!!
Ouch, sorry. Keep in mind it's their fault for not making sure you were a good fit for their work environment. There's nothing wrong with you, you were just not the right fit for their culture.
Very good
Depends on company. You can get fired for that.
If I didn’t already love Chanel, I do now!!! Wise leadership…
If you get fired from a company for being wise like that it is not worth it!
Shut up and listen…. Great great advice generally
good advice
Very important
Je vais m’installer définitivement en France !
Damm
That’s such a fresh perspective ❤
I have a serious crush on Simon.
So true
If we don't prove ourself all doors are closed
Ok sir😊
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Simon speaks correctly. I agree with him. But not every person can prove himself. You need to be strong. You can be fired.
I wish my employees tried to prove themselves. Anything, ever, to show that they cared.
You must provide motivation. If you are a manager it is your job to create attainable goals and concrete rewards for those who put more effort in.