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Aug 2025
1h 12m

Perception Beats Perfection | Laura Huan...

THE ART OF CHARM
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Why do some people stand out and get ahead—even when they’re not the most qualified? In this episode, AJ and Johnny sit down with Harvard professor and author Laura Huang to unpack the hidden force she calls “edge”—and how anyone can create it. Laura shares how to turn bias into opportunity, why adversity can actually be an advantage, and what successful pe ... Show More
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