In today's age of innovation and networks, to step out of the unknown and to move into spaces of impact, you need to let yourself be seen, for who you really are, regardless of what happens. For me, the most important aspect of any life practice is whether I walk the talk. I must embody my work and make sure I truly live what I am teaching.
But recently productivity guru David Allen reminded me that I need to embody the reverse of this statement just as much: I have to talk the walk.
What does "talk the walk" mean? Well–do you tell people what you are doing and why you are doing it? Do you share your story and why it matters to you and connect with others? Are you intentional about branding yourself in relation to the conversation people have about you? We can't live out our greatest aspirations unless we are telling people what we have to offer first.
So if you are fundraising for your nonprofit, selling a gamechanging product, or advocating for a cause, make sure you talk the walk. Remember its just as important as walking the talk.
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