Awkwardness gets a bad rap, but the trait is often an indicator that someone is extraordinary.
Psychologist and author Ty Tashiro has spent a great deal of time studying (and living!) social awkwardness. He's fascinated by how the same traits that cause us social embarrassment can also drive exceptional accomplishment.
As a fellow awkward person myself, I ... Show More
Jun 2
What Happens When You Stop Optimizing and Start Committing with Former LA Lakers President Tim Harris
In a world of job-hopping, side hustles, and an endless LinkedIn feed, Tim Harris did something almost no one does anymore. He stayed put. Few executives spend an entire career helping build a dynasty. Tim Harris spent 35 years with the Los Angeles Lakers, rising to President of ... Show More
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Apr 2024
The Advantages of a Socially Awkward Brain with Ty Tashiro
<p>Can the traits that make you feel socially awkward actually be the key to unlocking extraordinary success?</p> <p>We’ve all experienced a time when we felt like an outsider looking in. But for some, this isn’t a rare occurrence, but a constant struggle. In fact, research shows ... Show More
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Feb 2018
Melissa Dahl || A Theory of Awkwardness
Melissa Dahl is a senior editor covering health and psychology for New York's The Cut. In 2014, she cofounded New York’s popular social science site, Science of Us. Her work has appeared in Elle, Parents, and TODAY.com. Her new book, Cringeworthy, is her first book. In our conver ... Show More
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