In this completely unscripted episode, we break down the real-world skill every professional needs but no one teaches: how to cover your ass at work. From handling unpredictable bosses to navigating messy colleagues, toxic politics, shifting priorities, and sudden blame games, we walk through eight common workplace scenarios and show you exactly how to protect yourself with confidence. You’ll learn how to respond in high-pressure situations, what to document, when to speak up, when to step ba...
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In this completely unscripted episode, we break down the real-world skill every professional needs but no one teaches: how to cover your ass at work. From handling unpredictable bosses to navigating messy colleagues, toxic politics, shifting priorities, and sudden blame games, we walk through eight common workplace scenarios and show you exactly how to protect yourself with confidence. You’ll learn how to respond in high-pressure situations, what to document, when to speak up, when to step ba...
S06E01: Confidence Uncovered: Separating Lies from Lasting Growth
The Leadership Gambit
28 minutes
2 months ago
S06E01: Confidence Uncovered: Separating Lies from Lasting Growth
We’ve all been told stories about confidence, that some people are just born with it, that it comes from high self-esteem, or that once you “find it,” it sticks forever. The problem is, none of that is true. These myths are what keep so many of us second-guessing ourselves, staying quiet when we should speak up, or holding back from going after what we want. In this episode, we dig into five of the most common lies about confidence and reveal the truth about what actually builds it. From sepa...
The Leadership Gambit
In this completely unscripted episode, we break down the real-world skill every professional needs but no one teaches: how to cover your ass at work. From handling unpredictable bosses to navigating messy colleagues, toxic politics, shifting priorities, and sudden blame games, we walk through eight common workplace scenarios and show you exactly how to protect yourself with confidence. You’ll learn how to respond in high-pressure situations, what to document, when to speak up, when to step ba...