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What does it mean?
The speaker remains naturally shy but learns to set that aside when required by their job.
In plain terms
I am shy but put it aside for work.
What can you take from it?
Professional demands may require overcoming personal traits.

Where it applies

  • public speaking
  • customer service
  • performing

Putting it to work

  • manage personal traits at work
  • prepare for social demands

Questions to consider

  • What parts of you do you hide for work?
  • How do you balance job and personality?

Another view

Consistently suppressing traits can be draining.

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