Description:
In this insightful episode of The Builders Podcast, host Matt Levenhagen sits down with leadership results coach and author Jeannette Seibly to discuss the transformative power of bragging. Together, they explore how recognizing and articulating personal achievements can boost confidence, build credibility, and open doors to meaningful connections.
Jeannette shares strategies to overcome cultural stigmas around self-promotion, emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling and metrics in establishing authority. From tackling imposter syndrome to leveraging bragging as a networking tool, this episode offers practical advice for professionals and entrepreneurs alike.
Key Takeaways:
- Bragging is a Skill: It’s not about ego; it’s about sharing achievements authentically to inspire trust and confidence.
- Numbers Speak Volumes: Use specific metrics to validate accomplishments and stand out in competitive environments.
- Overcoming Fear: Cultural norms often hinder self-promotion, but reframing bragging as storytelling can make it more approachable.
- Brag with Purpose: Highlight successes that align with your goals and resonate with your audience.
- Build Connections Through Sharing: Effective bragging fosters trust and credibility, strengthening personal and professional relationships.
Jeannette Seibly
Jeannette Seibly is a Talent Advisor/Leadership Results Coach with over 31 years of experience guiding leaders and bosses to improve their hiring, coaching, and managing practices and produce amazing results! And yes, achieving business success always starts with having the right people in the right jobs! She has been an Authorized PXT Select Partner for over 31 years.
THE MEAT OF IT!
- Introduction
- Welcoming Jeannette Seibly and her expertise as a leadership results coach.
- Why bragging is misunderstood and how it can transform personal and professional success.
- The Psychology of Bragging
- Overcoming cultural stigmas around self-promotion.
- How fear of bragging limits confidence and opportunities.
- Building Credibility Through Metrics
- Using numbers to validate achievements and establish authority.
- Differentiating yourself in a crowded marketplace.
- Bragging as a Tool for Connection
- The balance between humility and self-promotion.
- Sharing successes authentically to build trust and influence.
- Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
- Strategies to reframe internal doubts.
- The power of truthful storytelling to inspire confidence.
- Practical Tips for Effective Bragging
- Key approaches for sharing achievements without arrogance.
- Examples of successful bragging in networking and business growth.
- Unified Web Design’s Role
- Enhancing websites to highlight accomplishments and build authority.
- Conclusion
- Final takeaways from Jeannette and Matt.
- Encouragement to embrace and celebrate personal achievements.
Click to See Episode Chapters and Timestamp
| Timestamp | Summary |
| 0:00 | Embracing Bragging to Build Influence and Credibility |
| 5:59 | Focusing on Positives to Boost Team Morale and Confidence |
| 7:20 | The Struggle Between Individual Achievement and Team Recognition |
| 11:02 | The Importance of Bragging and Its Impact on Success |
| 17:55 | The Power of Bragging in Networking and Gaining Leads |
| 19:02 | The Importance of Sharing Successes Without Fear of Bragging |
| 22:38 | Enhancing Websites with Unified Web Design and Plugins |
| 23:07 | The Art of Bragging and Building Credibility |
| 29:05 | Building Authority and Credibility Through Personal Branding |
| 33:20 | The Power of Authentic Bragging in Overcoming Imposter Syndrome |
| 38:52 | Exploring Web Design and Communication with Jeannette |
Check out these related Episodes:
- Episode 161: Jeannette Seibly – The Hiring Triangle: Assessments, Interviews, and Due Diligence
- Episode 205: Dave Fano – Building Teal: Delaying the Build to Learn, Innovating with AI
- Episode 207: Peter Bonney – From Vision to Reality: Fastbreak’s AI-Powered RFP Solutions Journey
