How to Stop Playing Small and Embrace Your True Potential | Shermain Melton | 481
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"Sometimes you have to go through the murky in order to see the clear path. Is my opinion, my perspective. Sometimes the murky is, is the is the journey, is part of the journey." Shermain Melton
Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) for a powerful discussion with executive leadership coach Shermain Melton @shermainmelton about overcoming fear and self-doubt. Learn how connecting with your heart can transform your life and business.
Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about leveraging what makes them different to make a difference in the world.
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Timestamps:
0:01 - Niiamah introduces the conversation
1:05 - Shermain glad to be here
1:51 - Shermain's highlight reel
3:02 - Shermain shares his story
5:28 - Niiamah reflects on Shermain's story
6:25 - Shermain's professional work
8:51 - Transmuting a no into yes
12:49 - Shermain's advice for quiet introverts
16:13 - Asking for specific help
20:46 - Shermain's story working in technology
23:32 - Advice for quiet introverts
26:01 - Shermain's criteria for opportunities
29:31 - Niiamah's struggles with asking
33:12 - Niiamah's 100k offer vision
40:51 - Playing small and self-doubt
44:52 - Niiamah's vision vs. current state
48:23 - Unleashing Niiamah's heart
52:45 - The heart holds the vision
55:49 - Going deeper with Shermain
56:04 - Key insights from the conversation
56:36 - Time capsule question
57:16 - Niiamah and Shermain wrap up
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