Wise Bites: April 23, 2021

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Greetings,

Are you ready to bring your best self to the week’s challenges? If not, what will it take to rise to the occasion? One way to position yourself to help others reach their potential is to invest in your own growth and development. So take a moment to consume an illuminating review of a segment from a book, a few quotes that will capture your attention, and a thought-provoking find from the internet - small bites of wisdom. Here is the Wise Bites memo for your consideration this week.

Book Segment

This week, I highlight a great book to help you bring out your best self. Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy explores how to harness confidence and achieve personal empowerment. Cuddy, a social psychologist and TED speaker, delves into how we can use body language, mental framing, and "power poses" to project and cultivate a stronger sense of self. Drawing on psychological research and personal stories, she shows that adopting a "presence" mindset can reduce stress, increase resilience, and improve performance in high-stakes situations. The book emphasizes authenticity and encourages readers to bring their authentic selves into challenging moments, ultimately leading to greater success and satisfaction.

Quotes

Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work. -Aristotle

The person who asks questions is more helpful than the person who offers advice. -James Clear

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