You're leaving your future to chance. That's because we create our futures by exchanging our potential with each other, but nobody taught us how to do this. What if the magic behind the Cinderella story isn't a prince and a fairy godmother but strategies for tapping into our potential? Tales of Potential reveals these hidden lessons by shedding new light on a story you thought you knew-and offers practical guidance for becoming your most glittering future self. If you want to learn what surefire, life-changing actions make your ambitions come true in the real world, no matter the odds against you, this book has what you're searching for. Author Joanna Bloor has transformed thousands of lives as a career futurist. A former Silicon Valley executive, TED speaker, and trusted advisor to leaders worldwide, she offers talks with practical insights for leading in the modern workplace-and brings her framework to life by examining a misunderstood and underestimated fairy tale ingenue.
WHAT WILL YOU FIND INSIDE THIS BOOK? Let's say you're coveting a juicy new role, and the decision-makers are awaiting your pitch. Are you going to tell them the story of your past-your work history, challenges, and successes-and cross your fingers that they'll pick you for being good? If you answered "yes," you need a story makeover. You need to learn to tell the story of your potential. Think about it. Isn't your value to a company and a team based on who you'll be in the future? If our work is about influencing future outcomes, why are we only telling the past half of the story? This sassy reframe of the classic Cinderella story will teach you to stop leaving your future to chance, court magic, and guarantee success on your terms. And the story makeover begins with a simple question: "Who do you think the Future You is?"
Learn why: Getting sh*t done is not a value proposition A glass slipper is better than a resume You need a squad Exiting with grace is a power move Generosity and ambition go hand in hand Shortcuts might shortcut opportunities You want to be chosen for who you are What influences your chances of reaching "happily ever after"
This book is invaluable for ambitious individuals and leaders alike-anyone eager to see a classic success story with fresh eyes and become their most sparkling future self.