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Oct 2024
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197: Overcoming Fear: Why Starting Is Mo...

Sean Barnes
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Podcast Show Notes – Episode 197 | 10.08.2024

Episode Title: Stop Letting Fear Rule You

 

Episode summary introduction:

Sean Barnes welcomes listeners back to The Way of the Wolf, discussing overcoming fear and utilizing the hand you're dealt with. He shares his personal journey transitioning from IT to human resources, emphasizing the importance of building new skills. Sean delves into developing a passion for leadership and team-building, highlighting personal growth and handling failure. He encourages listeners to chase their passions and surround themselves with excellence, providing insights into personal and professional development.

 

Key Moments

0:00 – Introduction and welcoming back to the way of the wolf

1:03 – Overcoming fear, starting points, and playing the hand you're dealt

2:17 – Transition from IT to human resources and building new skills

4:26 – Developing a passion for leadership and team-building

5:30 – Personal growth and dealing with failure

6:32 – Chasing your passions and surrounding yourself with excellence

Key Takeaways

  1. Fear is a mile wide but only an inch deep and overcoming it can lead to personal and professional growth.
  2. Transitioning into new domains can be daunting, but consistent effort and learning can transform initial fear into confidence.
  3. Surrounding yourself with people who push you to excel is crucial for personal and professional development.

Host: Sean Barnes

Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/

YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes

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