Embrace your quirkiness!

ostracizedDo we ever forget our early years and that pressure to fit in?

The penalties for being different were many: our life would be made darn uncomfortable if we stood out from our peers.

Even if you weren’t one of the “different” kids, you were a witness to what happened to them, and wouldn’t have traded places in a million years.

So how do you react today when I (or others) recommend that you to design your business around your uniqueness; any chance that part of you wants to make sure you’re not too unique?

That would be a shame, both for your success and your happiness.

“Blanding” yourself down may not be such a good strategy since it’s so hard to be memorable in this crowded marketplace. Being genuine, on the other hand, is the best way to attract and connect with your clients.

Besides, aren’t you getting tired of trying to conform to what others expect (or what you think they do)?

“If you’ve got it, flaunt it!” I think that’s from Mae West who, come to think of it, was a pretty good marketer (for anyone old enough to remember her or old movie trivia buffs).


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Kathryn Merrow - The Pain Relief Coach

Good point, Helene!

We all have good points to share, information that no one else has, skills and talents that are unique. It’s hard to be a kid, but our “kid” can have fun as an adult by truly being “different.”

Don’t hide your light under a bushel!

helene

A thought just occurred to me: I guess that’s the point of the Red Hat Society; celebrating the fact that they are finally able to relish in eccentricity rather than conformity.

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