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Episode Overview In this episode of The Consulting Game, Negar breaks down the powerful STEAR Model — a neuroscience-backed approach to understanding how our thoughts directly create our professional and personal results. Key Takeaways Your thoughts are the primary driver of your results You have more control over your mindset than you realize The STEAR Model provides a practical framework for mental management The STEAR Model Breakdown Situation (S): External events you cannot control Thoughts (T): How you interpret the situation Emotions (E): Feelings generated by your thoughts Actions (A): Behaviors driven by those emotions Results (R): Outcomes created by your actions Real-World Example Negar shares a client story about procrastination: Situation: Upcoming client deliverable Thought: "This will take time and it's hard" Emotion: Unmotivated Action: Procrastination (phone checking, coffee breaks) Result: Work becomes more difficult and stressful Powerful Quotes "Between stimulus and response, there is space. In that space is our power to choose our response." - Viktor Frankl "Your thoughts create your results. It's not magic, it's mindset." Practical Takeaway Start a daily "thought download" practice: Take 5 minutes each morning Write down your thoughts without judgment Observe your thinking patterns Build awareness before attempting to change Who Should Listen Management Consultants Professionals in high-pressure environments Consultants in client facing roles Anyone looking to improve mental resilience Individuals seeking personal and professional growth Resources Mentioned The Life Coach School Podcast Negar's Coaching Programs STEAR Model Guide Call to Action Practice the STEAR Model Become a "watcher of your mind" Share the episode with colleagues Start conversations about mindset and mental management Connect with Negar www.negarfarah.com www.linkedin.com/in/negarfarah/ www.facebook.com/NegarFarahCoach www.instagram.com/negarfarah_coach/ https://www.instagram.com/negarfarah_career/ Disclaimer: This episode is based on personal experience and coaching methodology. Individual results may vary.
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Confidence & How To Get More Of It: Building Unshakeable Self-Belief In this transformative episode, we explore the true nature of confidence, distinguishing between specific confidence (skill-based) and self-confidence (belief in yourself regardless of abilities). Discover why waiting to feel confident before taking action is a paradox that keeps you stuck, and learn practical strategies to build genuine confidence that withstands failure and challenges. What You'll Learn The critical distinction between specific confidence and self-confidence Why confidence is a choice, not something you're born with How to break free from the self-doubt trap that's holding you back The counterintuitive truth about building confidence through adversity Four actionable strategies to develop unshakeable confidence Key Moments [00:00] Introduction to the confidence paradox [03:45] The distinction between specific confidence and self-confidence [07:30] The self-doubt trap that prevents growth [11:15] How confidence is a choice, not a result [15:20] Personal story of overcoming negative self-talk [18:45] The three biggest confidence mistakes people make [23:10] Building confidence through adversity [25:30] Four practical strategies to build confidence [32:15] The confidence mindset: being okay with failure Notable Quotes "Confidence actually comes after we try, fail, learn, and keep going." "Self-doubt eats confidence for breakfast. It's that voice in your head saying: 'Who am I to try this?'" "The worst that can happen is an emotion. That's it. The thing you're most afraid of is just feeling an uncomfortable emotion." "Confidence isn't about never failing. It's about knowing you'll be okay even if you do." Action Steps Identify and challenge your self-limiting thoughts Create a ladder of small challenges to expand your comfort zone Practice reframing failure as valuable feedback Establish a daily confidence routine with positive self-talk Free Career Clarity Quiz Take my personalized Career Clarity Quiz to discover insights tailored just for you. Find out what might be holding you back and get customized strategies to boost your confidence and accelerate your career growth: Take the Free Career Clarity Quiz Now - www.negarfarah.com/ask Connect & Continue the Conversation Have questions about building confidence? Share what resonated with you in the comments below! #ConfidenceTips #SelfConfidence #PersonalGrowth #OvercomingSelfDoubt #MindsetShift #CareerDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #ResilienceBuilding #PersonalDevelopment #ConfidenceCoaching
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You're in your consulting career and about to start a new project with a new client. The client meeting starts in 10 minutes. Your heart's racing, palms are sweaty, and there's a voice in your head saying: "They're going to realize I have no idea what I'm doing." Sound familiar? Whether you're just in the door in consulting or 10 years in, you still get that feeling. It’s not just you. Even partners with decades of experience feel like imposters when they step into a new client environment. Today, we're breaking down why this happens, why it's actually not a bad thing, and how to use this feeling to your advantage instead of letting it derail your confidence. I'm Negar, and welcome to The Consulting Game, where we talk about everything to do with your consulting career – including the parts most people don't discuss. Let's dive in.
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Should you quit consulting? And go into industry where life is better! Before you resign, there’s something I need you to hear and I think it will surprise you. You don’t want to make the wrong decision. If you've ever thought, "I just need to quit as there is no way I can make this work anymore" then this episode is for you. Here's the link to the free quiz I mention: www.negarfarah.com/ask
