#09: Polina Marinova : Uncovering Your Hidden Genius - The Learning Journey Behind "The Profile"
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Ever wrestled with imposter syndrome or felt lost in your career path? You're not alone - join me for an enlightening conversation with Polina Marinova, journalist, entrepreneur, and the brain behind popular newsletter The Profile. We unravel Polina's journey, from her humble beginnings at CNN and USA Today, through dealing with imposter syndrome as an immigrant, to her hustling her way to the top. Her experiences are a testament to her tenacity and resilience and will inspire anyone looking to build their self-confidence.I promise you'll learn a thing or two from her fascinating approach to learning, which she calls "people-focused learning." She is the writer behind the popular newsletter "The Profile", which covers the journeys and learnings from some of the most successful people on Earth. This is what we talked about:⚡How Elon Musk went from being an immigrant to wanting to save the world. ⚡Why Sam Altman, CEO of Open AI, as a methodical man and a very clear thinker, is probably the best person to run ChatGPT.⚡The common inspiration that both of us found in Sarah Blakely, founder and inventor of Spanx, who champions more failure in order to eventually succeed. ⚡The genius of Brandon Stanton, the creator of Humans of New York, and how he is able to capture the essence of just about anyone. We explore the concept of "hidden genius", which happens to be the title of Polina's new book, discovering your unique point of view, and the impact it can have on your confidence and career trajectory. So, are you ready to uncover your hidden genius, embrace failure, and journey to self-discovery? Tune in!