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The podcast? Recorded online. Dating? On Tinder. Saying no? Through WhatsApp. Firing someone? On a piece of paper. The meeting? On videoconference. The reasons for a raise? In a Power Point. Persistence? Better not, just in case it annoys someone. And he is so right. You spend your life doing whatever it takes to avoid conflict, risk, expense, or loss… Weak. Gallina. Go, call, show up, and slam your fist on the table. ​ In facing it, accepting that it’s an essential part of a fulfilling life. Seek out the conflict, don’t avoid it. Since you’re going to be rejected anyway, since they’ll get annoyed and even insult you no matter what, at least do what you need to do to make it happen. If you need a push, you can book me in the link below.
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