TF4: The awkwardness tuition, what it buys you, and one question to ask yourself

written by:   Jeff Callahan
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May 16, 2025
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Awkward moments are the tuition you pay for growth.

Nobody builds strong people skills without a few awkward moments along the way.

Those silences or stumbles? They’re not proof that you’re broken. They’re proof that you’re practicing.

Every confident person you’ve ever seen has felt embarrassed or unsure at some point.

The difference is they didn’t quit. They paid the awkwardness tax and kept going.

QUOTE

“Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.”

– Brian Tracy

LINK

Podcast: Is everyone really judging you?
Do you believe that everyone is constantly judging you?

This belief slows you down. It makes you second-guess your ideas, stay quiet in meetings, and avoid new people.

Letting it go makes everything easier. Better conversations, more confidence, and less overthinking.

In this episode of the podcast, I’ll help you unlearn this belief for good.

QUESTION

What’s one awkward moment you handled better than you expected?

3 quick ways I can help you level up your communication skills:

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2.
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Jeff Callahan

I'm Jeff Callahan

Founder of Become More Compelling

I make it nearly impossible for overthinkers to fail at improving their people skills. (I've helped hundreds of people over the last 10 years)

Want to never run out of things to say in conversation again so you connect with more people and make new friends?

Want to speak up more in important meetings at work so you get promoted faster and have an awesome career?

Want to develop unshakeable social confidence and competence so you can walk into any room and feel like you belong there?

As your coach, I'll help you move forward faster.

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