From CIA Spy to Success: Unveiling Skills To Break Barriers To Success | ANDREW BUSTAMANTE #274

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In this new episode of Unlock Your Potential, we welcome Andrew Bustamante, a former CIA agent who runs a program called Everyday Spy. Ever wondered how someone becomes a CIA spy? Andrew starts the episode by unveiling his fascinating journey and sheds light on everyday actions that unknowingly expose us to potential risks. Midway through, we delve into the key differentiator between a spy and the average person: Compartmentalization. Discover how compartmentalizing is crucial to help you break barriers to success. Near the end of the episode, Andrew shares a powerful concept from the world of espionage that entrepreneurs can apply to their lives: Don't try to fix your weaknesses, try to improve your strengths. I hope you enjoy this episode and feel inspired and equipped with valuable insights about spying that can elevate your life. Check Out More of Andrew’s Content Here 👇 💻 https://everydayspy.com/ 🎙️ EverydaySpy Podcast 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everydayspy-podcast/id1441789630?mt=2 ℹ️ LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-bustamante-mba-89812a10b/ 📺 YT 👉 https://www.youtube.com/everydayspy 🖥️ FB 👉 https://www.facebook.com/EverydaySpy/ ⌨️ Twitter 👉 https://twitter.com/EverydaySpy 📲 IG 👉 https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Andrew 02:45 Becoming a CIA agent 05:45 Espionage skills 09:30 Spy’s Challenges of everyday life  13:45 The power of being anonymous  19:00 Tradecraft & woodshed 22:45 Compartmentalize 28:00 3 foundational ideas from espionage  31:45 Becoming someone else 40:20 Investing your resources  43:20 What the CIA is looking for 46:45 Leaving the CIA 49:45 What every company wants 51:45 Watershed moment 53:45 Everyday Spy