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 Despite being a marketing efficiency expert, I’m an overthinker.Â
Yes, really.Â
But here’s the twist—my overthinking tendencies have become my superpower because I know firsthand how much of a trap (and an energy drain) overthinking can be.
These tendencies allow me to recognize when clients are stuck in the same loop—whether they’re overanalyzing or overlooking crucial details that could reshape their strategy.
And when I recognize the symptoms, I can ask the right questions, streamline processes, and lighten the load—for myself and for them.
October 19, 2020
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