Nervousness Is a Good Thing?
Summary
- When someone is nervous and sweating during a call, it shows they really care about what they're doing.
- Nervousness can mean they have respect for the person they're talking to and are likely to work very hard.
- I relate to people who show their nervousness and anxiety; it’s a strength to care deeply.
- Managing nervousness can be a superpower if harnessed properly.
- Many people don't have bosses who know how to manage this kind of nervous energy effectively.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing the ideas from the transcript by first recognizing the value in nervousness and caring deeply. For a small business or entrepreneur, the key is to understand that nervousness shows commitment and respect. Here are some actionable steps:
Acknowledge Feelings: When you or your team members feel nervous, remember it’s a sign of caring. Take a deep breath and remind yourself why you care about the task at hand.
Channel It: Use that energy to fuel your efforts. Nervousness can be transformed into focus and diligence. When you feel anxious, put that energy into preparing thoroughly for calls or meetings.
Show Appreciation: If you see someone on your team sweating and nervous, acknowledge their effort. Let them know you appreciate their dedication. This can build a positive and supportive work environment.
Effective Management: For managers, understanding and harnessing your team's nervous energy is crucial. Offer words of encouragement and set realistic goals to help them feel more confident.
Training and Development: Invest time, not necessarily money, in training your staff (or yourself) on how to manage nervous energy. Simple mindfulness techniques or basic stress management exercises can make a big difference.
Create a Safe Space: Cultivate a work culture where it’s okay to show vulnerability. Share your own experiences with nervousness. This helps build trust and shows that it's normal to feel this way.
By focusing on these simple, low-cost strategies, you can turn nervousness into a strength, making you and your team more effective and empathetic.
Quotes by Leila Hormozi
"I don't see that as a bad thing because one it tells me they really care"
- Leila Hormozi
"It usually means they probably have respect for the person they're on the call with"
- Leila Hormozi
"It means that they're probably going to work really hard"
- Leila Hormozi
"That's a superpower of mine that I care a lot and I think it can be a superpower of theirs too"
- Leila Hormozi
"I think that a lot of people just don't have bosses that know how to manage it"
- Leila Hormozi
Full Transcript
they may be able to say words but you can tell they're nervous they're they're sweating you know you can see a glisten on their face I don't see that as a bad thing because one it tells me they really care two it usually means they probably have respect for the person they're on the call with and three it means that they're probably going to work really hard it's funny because I relate to those people a lot they show their nervousness and anxiety I don't think I show mine but it absolutely is there and present at many points in time that's a superpower of mine that I care a lot and I think it can be a superpower of theirs too and I think that a lot of people just don't have bosses that know how to manage it
