It’s Time To Be Vulnerable AF
Vulnerability is often viewed as a weakness in the "business" world, but we beg to differ. In today's episode, we're talking about the power of vulnerability, how and when to recognize the opportunity for it, and why it might just be the best thing you can do as a business owner.
What exactly is vulnerability?
You might think of being vulnerable as being emotional but it's not that simple
It's about letting go of your ego
Letting yourself be unguarded
Not being defensive and hearing what other people are telling you
Being vulnerable as a leader
This is really about putting your ego aside
Admitting when you don't know or were wrong
Realizing when something isn't working and you need to change direction
Being vulnerable with clients
If you have something going on with you personally (life happens) and you need more time, to adjust the scope, etc. it's okay to let your guard down and let clients into your personal life
Being vulnerable with collaborators or coworkers
Asking for help
Being honest with other people actually means you have to be vulnerable because you don't know how they are going to react or respond
This can be super scary to do and it means you have to be vulnerable