The “hot shot rule” to help you become a better leader | Kat Cole
TED Talks Daily
2025/03/25
The “hot shot rule” to help you become a better leader | Kat Cole
The “hot shot rule” to help you become a better leader | Kat Cole

TED Talks Daily
2025/03/25
Kat Cole, a seasoned business leader, shares her insights on how confidence is built through consistent action rather than waiting for the perfect moment. Her journey from waitress to CEO underscores practical strategies for personal and professional growth, particularly focusing on the 'hot shot rule' as a catalyst for decisive leadership.
Cole emphasizes that trust and confidence are not innate but are cultivated through repeated action and learning. She recounts her experiences with self-coaching, inspired by her mother's bravery, which led her to develop the 'hotshot rule.' This practice involves reflecting on one's role by imagining an admired person in the same position and acting within 24 hours. Weekly reflections have also been pivotal in transforming her approach, fostering vulnerability and enhancing team dynamics. By consistently asking motivating questions, she broke past patterns and built confidence, enabling significant personal and professional growth.
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Reps of action drive confidence for learning and growth
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Imagine someone else in your role to motivate action
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Regularly envision someone admired in your role and act on insights.
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Be like the speaker's mom and don't let past patterns stop you from doing different things tomorrow.