Navigating the Unexpected: How to Handle Being Caught Off Guard

Ever been in one of those situations where you thought you were going into a situation understanding it...and quickly find out that it is not at all what you had expected? Listen to this episode to walk through different ways to handle the unexpected of being caught off guard, and how to take clues from so you can prepare yourself internally for the next time you get caught off guard...because it will happen again in some form.

In this episode, we discusses the experience of being caught off guard and how it can affect us. Stefanie shares a personal example of a meeting where she thought she would be the questioner but ended up being the presenter. Exploring the different ways we can respond to being caught off guard and emphasizing the importance of preparation and asking questions to avoid feeling unprepared. We highlight the impact of how being caught off guard has an affect on our emotions and confidence, and suggest ways to improve our ability to handle unexpected situations.


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