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GrowthReady Podcast
What does it mean to be ready to pursue growth? Should we pursue growth when we don't feel ready? And how do we achieve optimal growth by readying ourselves for everything that comes with it?
The Growth Ready Podcast seeks to form a true appreciation for all facets of the growth process as we learn from high performers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Hosted by Steve Mellor, a seasoned high-performance executive coach and former US Olympic swim coach, each episode explores the pivotal moments that define true growth and the work that went into getting ready for it. Through candid conversation and detailed personal accounts, guests share their unique experiences of overcoming challenges, embracing transformation, and what it takes to get ready for every step of their growth journey.
GrowthReady Podcast
Episode 235: Unlearn and Evolve with Jason Silver
Jason Silver, a multi-time founder and author, shares his perspective on being "growth-ready" and embracing uncertainty. He is the author of Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life.
Jason emphasizes the importance of being open-minded and ready to receive growth from unexpected sources. His career trajectory has been non-linear, marked by rapid, extensive failures and the lessons learned from them. He advises taking small, low-cost steps to test ideas and discover when you’re wrong, rather than solely focusing on being right.
In this conversation, Jason shares a deeply personal story about losing his sister, an experience that led him to reevaluate his life and work. He discusses the importance of unlearning and reassessing priorities to live a more fulfilling life. Jason realized that he was overinvested in work and underinvested in the present moments with his family. He highlights the importance of being intentional with how we invest our time and challenges the conventional belief that personal sacrifices are necessary for professional success.
Additionally, Jason introduces the concept of the "brief back" as a powerful tool for effective communication and reducing miscommunications. He also underscores the value of small changes and low-hanging fruit in driving both personal and professional growth.
Connect with Jason Silver on LinkedIn: @silverjay.
Takeaways
- Stay open-minded and prepared to receive growth from unexpected sources.
- Take small, low-cost steps to test ideas and determine what works rather than fixating on being right.
- Failure can drive meaningful personal and professional growth.
- Life events can significantly influence how we approach work and life.
- Reassess your priorities and invest your time intentionally.
- This is a valuable tool for effective communication and preventing miscommunication.
- Simple, low-effort adjustments can have a significant impact on growth in both personal and professional areas.
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