331: How to Work from Home Effectively | Feedback Friday

Shyness

Addressing social anxiety, especially around attractive peers, Jordan Harbinger offers practical advice for overcoming shyness. He suggests that realizing you don't need anything from these individuals can help alleviate nervousness. Regular practice in social settings is key to building confidence and reducing anxiety.

Realize you don't need their approval for anything at all, and ironically, this makes you higher status in their eyes and more likely to gain that approval in the end.

--- Jordan Harbinger

Harbinger emphasizes that social anxiety is common and can be managed through repeated interactions, ultimately leading to greater self-assurance 1 2.

   

Networking

Setting boundaries in professional networking is crucial for managing time effectively. Jason DeFillippo shares strategies like batching meetings and screening requests to avoid burnout. He advises against meeting everyone who reaches out, suggesting instead to focus on those who have clear, specific questions.

You have to protect your time.

--- Jordan Harbinger

Harbinger and DeFillippo recommend forcing people to clarify their thinking before agreeing to meet, ensuring that only the most serious inquiries receive attention 3 4 5.