Company Of One With Dale Callahan

How to deal with a setback... That is a question we all encounter from time to time. Setbacks look like a lot of things: Job loss Project failed Demoted Did not get the job you hoped for How to Deal with a Setback Own it - take 100% responsibility. Placing the blame is great - but it takes you out of control. You have become a victim, and you cannot change the circumstances. We want to blame others because Politics Discrimination Stupidity Relationship issues Write down the thoughts  - How do you feel.  I lost this job and will never get another good job again. I was overlooked for the promotion because they found me out - I have hit my peak. Since I am [black, white, male, female] I will never get ahead in this [industry/company] Write down the reality - What is more likely the truth. I got this job, can get another. I know more now. I am more valuable. I have learned more and can do more - if I want to. Do I? Others who are [black, white, male, female] have done