They need to be clearer, bolder, and more connected.
Being assertive isn’t aggression. It’s owning your voice.
Being focused isn’t rigidity. It’s protecting your energy.
And being a networking expert isn’t schmoozing. It’s building real, lasting connections that move the needle.
Think of Tom Cruise. He didn’t just “show up” in Hollywood. He rewrote the rules through relentless focus, fearless self-belief, and genuine connection with people who mattered. That mindset works just as well in business as it does on a film set.
You don’t need to work the room. You just need to work your strengths.
Lead with clarity. Guard your time. Build powerful alliances.
Try this:
• Block one hour a week to focus on your top priority. No distractions.
• Say “no” once this week to something that doesn’t move the needle.
• Reach out to one new connection with zero agenda. Just build the relationship.
This is how you go from managing to owning your influence.
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