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<p>“<i>Never tell me the odds....

Never tell me the odds.” – Han Solo

Use whenever you’re told a task can’t be done.

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Great, kid. Don’t get cocky.” – Han Solo


Use to remind your employees not to be overconfident.

3. You don’t think you’ll be effective at the task.

Solution:

  • If you need a skill upgrade, get one.
  • Ask for help if it is available.
  • Use a new cognitive coping self-statement such as, “I can learn as I go,” or, “Extra time on this task will increase the odds of me being effective.”

"I can't" vs "I don't"

"I can't" vs "I don't"

Every time you tell yourself “I can’t”, you’re indicating that you’re forcing yourself to do something you don’t want to do.

Tell yourself "I don’t do that" instead. You're punishing yourself by saying “I can’t,” because that is a reminder of your limitations.

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