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Jan 20
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265: How I Went From Hardcore Introvert ...

Sean Barnes
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People often ask how someone who was once a hardcore introvert, awkward, uncomfortable, and struggling to communicate, ends up delivering keynotes on stages around the country. In this episode, Sean breaks down the real journey from introversion to confident public speaking, and why communication became the single most important skill he ever developed. This ... Show More
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