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Advancing through one's career can be challenging. As we experience setbacks, impostor syndrome, and uncertainty at various points of our career, we may develop some habits which, when taken too far, could see us sabotaging our own progress. You are your own worst critic. Despite my own experience with anxiety, a bullying internal critic, and “self-deprecating humour”, I'm now a senior engineer and I've noticed these habits in people I mentor. I hope to help you identify signs of these bad habits in yourself and others, and to talk about what has helped me work through it.
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In the video titled "You are Your Own Worst Critic," speaker Ryan Brushett shares his personal journey through career challenges, highlighting the ways negative self-talk and high self-expectations can impact professional growth. The talk addresses key themes of impostor syndrome, the effects of self-deprecating humor, and the importance of fostering a positive self-image for career advancement. Key points discussed include: - **Personal Anecdote**: Ryan recounts his experience with anxiety and challenges during his early career, illustrating how he often catastrophized minor events and employed self-deprecating humor as a coping mechanism. - **Impact of Self-Perception**: He describes how his negative self-talk led others to perceive him as less capable, despite his actual accomplishments and contributions to his team at Shopify. - **Breaking Bad Habits**: Ryan emphasizes the need to break habits such as excessive apologizing, trivializing one’s achievements, and using the “opinion escape hatch” to soften statements. He provides strategies to replace these behaviors with more constructive approaches. - **Mentorship**: The talk highlights the role of mentors in helping individuals identify and overcome these bad habits. Ryan encourages mentors to create an environment that normalizes learning, failure, and open discussions. - **Celebrate Wins**: Stressing the importance of recognition, he suggests regularly celebrating achievements to promote a positive culture within teams. In conclusion, the key takeaways from Ryan's talk include: - **Normalize Learning and Failure**: Embracing the idea that learning is a continuous journey, and it’s okay to not have all the answers. - **Support Each Other**: It’s essential for peers and mentors to support one another in overcoming self-defeating habits and fostering a supportive environment. - **Be Kind to Yourself**: Encouraging viewers to treat themselves with the same kindness they would offer a friend, allowing for growth and improvement over time.
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