Why Authenticity is Overrated with Varian Brandon

Varian Brandon is a leadership coach, expert facilitator, and sought-after speaker. With degrees in Corporate Communication & Technology and Organizational Communication, she is considered a master of communication. As a leadership coach, Varian works with top leaders, fresh and ambitious entrepreneurs, and high-achievers who want to level up in their respective industries. Varian also hosts the Audacity Podcast, a motivational show for people who want to show up from a position of power and leadership.

In today’s episode, Varian shares why she believes always preparing for the worst can have a lasting negative impact in your life. She discusses why not having positive people around you can worsen your experience this year, what led her to a path of entrepreneurship, and the skills she learned from that journey. She explains the people and moments that motivate her to do what she does every day. She describes how to build a willing-to-lose list and what it means to be someone who isn’t willing to lose anything. Varian also shares her definition of authenticity and why she believes it’s overrated.

"Being authentic is not a box you check. It's a moment by moment choice every day." - Varian Brandon

Today on Mastering Midlife:

Why the most dangerous place in 2021 is in your mind by yourself. The dangers of always thinking of the worst-case scenario. How Varian realized true courage only when she became an entrepreneur. The skills entrepreneurship can teach you. The difference between disposition and what goes on inside Varian's mind. How you can choose what motivates you. Who motivates Varian to make her do what she does? How do you find success your way and not on a prescription? Building your "willing-to-lose" list and how it improves your life. Varian's definition of authenticity and why it's overrated.

Resources Mentioned:

Episode #38 : Inspiration vs Comparison

Connect with Varian Brandon:

Varian Brandon’s Website The Audacity Podcast Varian Brandon’s Facebook Varian Brandon’s Instagram

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