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Shy by Design: 12 Timeless Principles to Quietly Stand Out

Shy by Design: 12 Timeless Principles to Quietly Stand Out

Inspiring stories and actionable tools to embrace your shyness for the superpower that it is.

2024

Michael Thompson

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How to Quietly Get People’s Attention in a Noisy World

Being a calming influence when things go south is a seriously attractive quality

May 19, 2021

How to Quietly Get People’s Attention in a Noisy World

May 19, 2021

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Forge

The Shy Person’s Guide to Winning Friends and Influencing People

Kindness is a superpower

Aug 13, 2019

The Shy Person’s Guide to Winning Friends and Influencing People

Aug 13, 2019

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On Peaches, Park Benches, and Choosing What Matters Most

Good stuff happens when we stop

Mar 2, 2021

On Peaches, Park Benches, and Choosing What Matters Most

Mar 2, 2021

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Shy by Design: 12 Timeless Principles to Quietly Stand Out

Announcing my upcoming book

May 7, 2024

Shy by Design: 12 Timeless Principles to Quietly Stand Out

May 7, 2024

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How to Self-Promote When You Hate Self-Promotion

Or, how to make this necessary evil somewhat bearable

Jan 13

How to Self-Promote When You Hate Self-Promotion

Jan 13

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24 lessons on life, love, and choosing what matters most

Or, some learnings I hope to always carry with me as 2024 is officially a wrap

Jan 7

24 lessons on life, love, and choosing what matters most

Jan 7

6 Proven Ways to Captivate Readers

No tricks or gimmicks needed to reel people into your personal stories or thought leadership pieces

Dec 9, 2024

6 Proven Ways to Captivate Readers

Dec 9, 2024

The Day I Learned Vulnerability Is an Act of Generosity

“Help” is the bravest word you can say

Jul 15, 2024

The Day I Learned Vulnerability Is an Act of Generosity

Jul 15, 2024

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The Shy Person’s Guide to Turning Strangers into Friends

Prioritize comfort over worrying about displaying bullet-proof confidence

Jul 1, 2024

The Shy Person’s Guide to Turning Strangers into Friends

Jul 1, 2024

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If You Want to Stand Out, Keep Yourself Small

Few qualities are more attractive than quiet confidence

May 22, 2024

If You Want to Stand Out, Keep Yourself Small

May 22, 2024

Michael Thompson

Michael Thompson

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Co-creator of two cool kids • Storytelling Coach •.Fast Co., Insider, Forbes • Free storytelling guide here: https://bit.ly/3h1KZeT

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