376: How to Fire Someone You Care About | Feedback Friday

Growth

Jordan Harbinger reflects on the discomfort of looking back at his past work and how it highlights personal growth. He emphasizes that everyone evolves over time and that it's natural to cringe at past mistakes or outdated views. Gabriel Mizrahi agrees, noting that growth is a continuous process and it's important not to let past errors hinder current progress 1.

You can't compare yourself a decade ago to who you are now and come away clean. It's just not going to happen.

--- Jordan Harbinger

They encourage listeners to view their past as a learning experience rather than a source of shame.

   

Mistakes

Jordan shares his philosophy on learning from mistakes, inspired by language learning. He believes that making mistakes out loud is crucial for growth, as it allows others to correct you and helps you learn faster. He recounts personal experiences where being open about his errors accelerated his learning process 2.

You really need to make your mistakes out loud when you create too.

--- Jordan Harbinger

This approach, he argues, can be applied to various aspects of life, including interpersonal skills and professional development.

   

Reconnecting

Gabriel Mizrahi addresses the challenge of reconnecting with people after achieving sobriety. He advises that reaching out to apologize can be a cathartic experience and often leads to positive responses. Jordan adds that weak and dormant ties can be valuable, and it's important to approach these connections with genuine remorse and without ulterior motives 3 4.

I personally think this is a great opportunity to get some stuff off your chest, and you'll be surprised how many people are glad to hear from you.

--- Jordan Harbinger

They stress the importance of closing the loop on past interactions rather than trying to network.