Cheryl does not hold back today on how she feels about being “overwhelmed.” In their conversation, Cheryl and Liz discuss the influence of negativity within our language on one's mindset, self-assurance, teamwork, and client relationships.

As you reflect on their discussion, remember two key points:

Resilience is king

&

Confidence is the currency of success.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[:39] Cheryl and Liz discuss the word “overwhelmed” and what it does to your thought processes and emotions
[3:45] Words matter, and being “overwhelmed” should be reframed to “overcoming obstacles” and being “resilient”
[10:12] There are things to do to be response-oriented
[13:47] Liz discusses how she and Cheryl approach obstacles. Cheryl insists on being active and not passive
[18:50] Cheryl talks about the importance of the client seeing that you are in control
[24:34] Building trust with the client is essential, and it’s not about your feelings. It is about how you think about your feelings
[32.54] What is the recipe for how to manage obstacles and the importance of your team seeing confidence and not falling apart
[42:19] Cheryl’s damn good truth

RESOURCE LINKS:

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ABOUT THE HOSTS:

Cheryl Kees Clendenon

2021 KBB Person of the Year

2022 Design Studio winner Dallas Arts Awards

2021 Changemaker Design Hounds

Liz Lapan

VP of Everything, Interior Designer,

Work Wife, Team Cook, Unicorns

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