24. Maintaining Likability, Cliquey Behavior, and Amanda Seales

Words with Me Podcast

In this episode, I dive into what our desire for recognition means and how we can learn to appreciate our own value and authenticity for ourselves. Amanda Seales has been a topic of conversation following the release of this Essence Magazine article: "Op-Ed: It's Time to Admit That Being Liked is More Important Than Being Good at Your Job" I also discuss: Respectability politics Validation in content creator spaces Networking and likability in the workspace Understanding envy and jealousy Resources mentioned: Amanda Seales' podcast episode "Side Effects of Being 'Too Much'" NPR "What Likability Means in the Workplace" by Andee Tagle and Clare Marie Schneider Related Episodes: Episode 4: "Projecting Insecurities, Dealing with Difficult Personalities, and Lessons Learned from ANTM" Episode 21: "Embracing Your Calling, Taking a Chance, and Being Okay with Disappointing Others" ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It’s the mission of the podcast to connect people and cultivate community through insightful conversations on a range of hot topics including healing, growing and being a late bloomer. Life can be hard, so it’s important to surround yourself with things and people that affirm and encourage you. If you are looking to enter a space to become the highest version of yourself, check out the Words with Me Podcast! Remember to share, rate and review the podcast. Join my mailing list and subscribe to my newsletter, the Open Invitation today! The Open Invitation is a newsletter that takes creating and cultivating community to a new level. Sign up today to be in the know and be the first to hear about new content and announcements: ⁠https://wordswithmepodcast.com/the-open-invitation/⁠ ------------------------------ Socials: Podcast Instagram: @wordswithmepodcast Personal Instagram: @karstenashleybush Check out my second channel!⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@karstenashleybush⁠