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The problem with smart
(upbeat rock music) - Hey, my name's Todd, and I'm pretty smart. I mean, sometimes so smart it gets me in trouble. Yeah, did you know that? Sometimes being really bright can get you in a lot of trouble. So, listen up, smarties. Being smart is wonderful. It means better grades, better jobs, faster promotions. That's great, but very often it means that you're limiting yourself without even knowing it. You can annoy people, or put them off just a little, without ever meaning to do that. Have you ever wondered why socializing sometimes feels a little difficult? Well, it's because being smart can cause you some problems. For example, sometimes you speak up too often. You've all seen it. Hey, I know the answer, right here (laughs). When you do that, people just think you're a know-it-all. You often have trouble relating to people effectively. You interrupt them too often. You don't show enough empathy when you should, and that rubs people the wrong way. You often think instead of feel…
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Politics at work3m 54s
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Meeting survival tips4m 29s
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Using lunch correctly2m 10s
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How to build game-changing rapport3m 5s
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Chemistry over talent1m 56s
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Marvelous mistakes4m 58s
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The necessity of deviance2m 42s
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The problem with smart2m 21s
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Goals are not enough2m 11s
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More than credentials2m 40s
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Selfish ain't bad2m 3s
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The three levels of bravery2m 37s
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Rediscovering the kid inside2m 59s
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Finding purpose5m 1s
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The case for giving back2m 50s
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