"In the long run, the sharpest weapon of all is a kind and gentle spirit." - Anne Frank
Today's advice...
How to be Smarter:
A mentor once told me that in stressful business negotiations, acting calm unsettles the other party… they worry you know more information than they think you know. Even if you’re secretly panicking, acting calm can make it more likely you get what you want from a work discussion.
How to be Prettier:
When you are meeting someone in-person for the first time, send them a text as you walk up to the venue that says what color you are wearing for easy identification: “I’m here, in purple!”
How to be (less) Awkward:
If it crosses your mind someone might need help, just casually and quickly offer. A text or email can be done in ten seconds, and all it needs to say is, “do you need any help with x?” If they want help, they can say yes! And if not, they can just say no and still feel supported by you.
do you need any help with the job search?
do you need any help with moving?
do you need any help with that project?
It can be super fast to be helpful.