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"Never Use This Word: 'Aspiring'

"Never Use This Word: 'Aspiring'

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Sam Choo
Jan 27, 2024
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"Never Use This Word: 'Aspiring'
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It's important to avoid saying, 'I am an aspiring [whatever].' Instead, confidently state, 'I am a [whatever].' Using the word 'aspiring' can unintentionally diminish your self-perception and how others perceive your commitment and skills in your chosen field. It suggests that you are still in the process of becoming, rather than being fully engaged in …

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