by Larae Quy | Sep 9, 2019 | personal achievement, personal leadership
When I attended an undercover in-service at the FBI Academy, several of my training sessions included a mock trial with cross-examination by a hostile public defender. The normal human response to a verbal attack is to become angry—maybe even strike back. But that is...
by Larae Quy | Sep 17, 2018 | personal achievement, personal leadership, Positive Mindset, Psychology, self-awareness
A reporter once asked me whether the FBI provides textbooks for an agent to study so they can become a strong leader. The answer is no; FBI agents aren’t given instruction books. Instead, they’re taught how to face their challenges head-on. My fellow...
by Larae Quy | Aug 20, 2018 | personal leadership
As I look back over my early career, I wish I’d taken more risks. I wish I’d been a little braver in my choices, perhaps had more confidence in my ability to land on my feet when confronted with the unknown. If you’ve thought the same thing, you’re not alone. You...
by Larae Quy | Jul 16, 2018 | Mental toughness, personal achievement, personal leadership, Positive Mindset, Psychology, self-awareness
When life sucks, it’s hard to be around perpetually perky people. My college roommate had unrelenting positivity and I frequently responded with sharp-tongued barbs intended to wilt her enthusiasm. It never did though—no matter what obstacle or barrier I presented,...
by Larae Quy | May 14, 2018 | personal achievement, personal leadership, Positive Mindset, Psychology, self-awareness
Movies and television depict heroes who have a strong mind. We admire people who push the limits. Heroes and tough guys let us walk in their shoes, if only for a couple of hours. We feel what it’s like to have the mental toughness to break out of a seemingly boring...
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