Happiness, networking, and not being a unicorn

The Mental Breakdown - Edition #132

From the Coaches

Ellen Petry Leanse gives a TED Talk that discusses how people can redesign their lives so the things they do are based less on transactions and more on gratitude in Happiness by design.  

Dov Pollack interviews Marcus Bullock, CEO of Flikshop, discussing his transformative journey from incarceration to entrepreneurship in Life as a Young Man in Prison, the Power of Opportunities, and Not Being a Unicorn.

Joe Sweeney examines the real purpose behind relationships in Networking is a Contact Sport.

Daniel Stewart provides six tips for improving the effectiveness of one-on-one meetings, including setting goals, considering individual needs, and creating connection time in 6 Tips to Make 1:1 Meetings More Effective.

Deb Coviello emphasizes the importance of mentorship in organizational stability, suggesting that CEOs should pair trained leaders with staff for monthly meetings in How Savvy CEOs Safeguard Organizational Stability Through Mentorship.

Ryan Vaughn discusses how emotional awareness and embracing feelings can profoundly impact decision-making and lead to a more authentic and satisfying life in Embrace emotions in decision making.

From the Operators & Investors

Sarah Tavel discusses the transition from traditional software sales to selling AI-enhanced work, focusing on market opportunities, specific tasks, and the importance of human involvement in the process in A few 'Sell Work, Not Software' updated thoughts.

Kyle Harrison explores the importance of conscious self-formation by choosing influences and role models deliberately, discussing how personal and professional philosophies develop in Crafting Your Average: You Are What You Think About.

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