Mastering the Art of Navigating Unexpected Change for Success with Brad Stulberg, Best-Selling Author

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E50: Let's be honest, change can be a real challenge for us entrepreneurs. It's like trying to catch a fast-moving aircraft without a ticket - it's confusing and can make you feel like you're just reacting, not steering your ship. This can lead to burnout, frustration, and missed opportunities.
On today's episode, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) chats with none other than the Master of Change and Best-Selling Author Brad Stulberg (@BStulberg). He shares some mind-blowing insights and frameworks to handle change like a pro in your business.
On today’s episode, you’ll learn:
- The Power of Rugged Flexibility
- The Powerful Four-Piece Framework
- How to Master the Art of Responsive Mindset
- The Importance of Having Multiple Identities
Let's get down to business!
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EXCERPTS:
Embracing Change: "It's about skillful action. It's about knowing our values and what we stand for and then flexibly applying them. To meet the moment as things constantly and inevitably change." — Brad Stulberg (08:24)
The Importance of Balancing Focus and Identity: "If you wanna be great at something, spend a lot of time, attention, and energy focusing on that. You need to spend a lot of time in that room of your house. I'm not arguing you need to spend equal amounts of time in equal rooms. What I am arguing is you never wanna shut the doors to the other rooms. And you can emphasize different parts of your identity at different parts of your life. And to me, that is not only the key to being happy, maintaining mental health, it's also the key to elite performance." — Brad Stulberg (23:05)
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LINKS:
Episode 26
Brad Stulberg's Website

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