336: The Most Successful People in the World Have This One Skill–And It's Not What You Think, With Liz Tran (Flashback Friday)

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#336: The world is changing faster than ever: AI is reshaping industries, careers are pivoting overnight, and the rules we were taught about success don’t seem to apply anymore. Today, Josie is joined by Liz Tran, executive coach to some of the most powerful founders and CEOs in the world, and author of AQ: The Agility Quotient. Liz breaks down the new trait that actually makes the biggest difference between who will thrive and succeed, and who will fall apart.

You'll learn:

Why success today has nothing to do with having the “perfect” experience or knowledge
The #1 trait of the most successful people, and why it makes a bigger difference now more than ever
How to deal with uncertainty and change
The psychological gap between people who adapt vs. avoid
The 4 archetypes (you’ll immediately recognize yourself in one)
How to build confidence in chaos instead of waiting for stability
Why discomfort might actually be proof you’re on the right path

CHAPTERS:

00:20 - Why the way we define success is changing

03:45 - Why IQ and EQ aren’t enough anymore

08:20 - What is AQ and why does it matter?

11:10 - The 3 levels of AQ

16:45 - Why confidence and curiosity are connected

20:15 - The 4 AQ archetypes

26:50 - How your archetype affects work and relationships

31:20 - Using different archetypes to your advantage

36:10 - How each archetype handles problems at work

41:20 - Understanding your boss, clients, and coworkers

44:30 - How to increase your AQ

47:00 - The ABCDs of adaptability

51:15 - Why discomfort is actually a good sign

54:00 - Finding confidence in an uncertain world

56:15 - Where to learn more about Liz Tran and AQ

RESOURCES & MENTIONS:

AQ Archetype Quiz — The quiz mentioned by Liz for discovering whether you’re an Astronaut, Firefighter, Novelist, or Neurosurgeon
AQ by Liz Tran — Liz’s new book on building the skills to navigate change and uncertainty
The Karma of Success by Liz Tran — Liz’s first book
Liz Tran’s website — Aa resource for learning more about AQ
Liz Tran’s first episode on The Everygirl Podcast.