You’re “being humble” and “not wanting to brag” yet you’re actually sabotaging your leadership potential. Here’s why your inaction is costing you promotions and respect.
One thing to do also is track your silent moments for about a week. Every time you hold back a great thought, write it down right away. You'll be shocked how many brilliant insights you're just keeping to yourself every day...
I had the "I don't want to brag" mentality for years. It took a mindset shift to remind myself it is not bragging, but rather just explaining, since I can't assume people know what I am working on and hte impact.
One thing to do also is track your silent moments for about a week. Every time you hold back a great thought, write it down right away. You'll be shocked how many brilliant insights you're just keeping to yourself every day...
This is very helpful, do an introspection as simple as writing things down can make the difference. Love it!
I had the "I don't want to brag" mentality for years. It took a mindset shift to remind myself it is not bragging, but rather just explaining, since I can't assume people know what I am working on and hte impact.
Me too! One I unstuck from this mindset everything was possible.
Thanks for sharing from your vulnerability, Colette! :)