đŸ”„Weekly Mind Sweep | Confident Humility | Week 31

Written By Jamie Chapman

IL; RI (It’s longer; read it)

Week 31: Curated Conversation: Confident Humility

Week 32: Mind Your Business: Confident Humility + Business. Mind your brain, manage your business.

Week 33: Manage Your Mind: Confident Humility + Brain Science & Health #BrainGeek.

Week 34: Contemplation: What’s On My Mind; My thoughts on Confident Humility. By popular request, more Jamie Chapman!

Now, let’s sweep the brain


It turns out I was wrong.

It turns out I was wrong. Chickbook Creative.

Now, let’s sweep the brain


I have a marking system with business books that, as I read them, I use small post-it flags to identify things I’d like to reference or reflect on when I’m done with the entire book.

Then, when I finish, I distill the information and store my takeaways. (Do you have a book reading process, too?)

I have read some books without marking them at all. And then there is Think Again by Adam Grant, and I’ll admit, I’m obsessed. I’m on page 75 of this book, and I’ve lost count of the flags.

You know those books that just resonate with how you THINK! I’m pretty confident that Adam Grant is my long-lost brother and modestly sure that Bill Belichick is my long-lost father. (If you missed my obsession with Bill, you should read more about that here.)

I immediately resonated with his term Confident Humility.

I do not:

  • Believe everything that enters my mind.

  • Internalize every feeling that enters my heart.

  • Make my beliefs my identity.

Confident Humility. Adam Grant

“We are not born with opinions. We have full control over what we believe is true. We choose our views, and we can choose to rethink them anytime we want” Adam Grant.

For years I have thought that not taking feedback personally, being curious and constantly searching for new information, and desperately asking for constructive criticism was something broken in my brain.

It turns out I was wrong! < See what I did there?!

I’m fascinated by the paradox of being CONFIDENT AND HUMBLE! I’ve spent some time learning more about it, and I’m geeking out to talk to you about it for August.

When I begin a new project, I start with the definition because I want to thoroughly understand where I’m starting from.

Confident - adjective - feeling or showing confidence in oneself; self-assured.

Humility - noun - a modest or low view of one's own importance; humbleness.

As I dig deeper into the idea, I become more intrigued.One thing I learned from this article that I wanted to share with you is:

There are 5 key behaviors of confidently humble people.

They are able to D.O.U.B.T.

DETACH their identity from their opinions.

  • Values vs. Beliefs.

  • Are you searching for truth, or are you searching to be right?

OPEN themselves to contradictory ideas.

  • Are you comfortable with being wrong?

  • Do your beliefs cause bias?

Understand the UNCERTAINTY in the world.

  • Is your world composed of extreme black and white, or can you see the shades of gray?

  • Nooo, not the book!

BUILD a deliberative process.

  • Are you comfortable with accepting there is no PERFECT way?

  • Can you let go of your ego, listen and follow the FACTS and LOGIC?

TRIGGER and commit when the time comes.

  • Can you take action, or do you get stuck in deliberating?

  • Can you own the decision you are making with the information you have, and are you willing to own your mistakes if later proven wrong?

I LOVE the idea that to have confident humility; you need D.O.U.B.T.

Similar to my parenting style, it’s about moderation. You can’t be too confident, and you can’t be too humble. But don’t forget that troublemaker ego. I found this gorgeous visual by Joey Roth:

Could you use support with confident humility?

This week I challenge you to:

Dig deeper in to detachment:

  • Is there a thought that you can focus on this week that you could consider a different perspective?

  • Is there a person that you are attached to, that doesn’t bring you joy or lift you up?

  • Is there an idea that you could research from a different point of view?

  • Are there things in your business that you might be attached to in an unhealthy way?

Then, meet with us Monday’s at Curated Conversation!

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Jamie Chapman

Oh, Hi! I’m Jamie Chapman


Self-proclaimed brain geek, relationship builder, and business consultant who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs and small businesses execute their big ideas.


I have always been a curious person who thrives on helping others succeed.


Finding solutions is what I do.


When my twin boys were diagnosed with ADHD in elementary school, I had to learn how to navigate a school system that wasn’t built for neurodiverse individuals. By helping my boys find ways to succeed in these spaces, I realized the importance of shining a light on the gifts we bring to the world.


In a society that tries to “fit a round peg into a square hole,” I am here to support entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to take a different path to success.


While supporting small businesses in various industries, I have a special place in my heart for neurodiverse entrepreneurs and ADHD business owners.


Relationships and a holistic, human view of your business needs is something I value.


I meet you where you’re at and support you in getting where you want to go.


With a multifaceted approach to problem-solving, and extensive knowledge of executive functioning, habit formation, and the neurodiverse and ADHD entrepreneur’s mind, I support small business owners to thrive and feel proud of what they’re building.


My background is in manufacturing and business operations. I use my decades of experience with developing systems and processes to make your business operations smoother and more efficient.


As a perspective integrator and big-picture thinker, I want to help you execute your vision, spot inefficiencies, and find effective ways to grow your business.


Think of me as your strategic C.O.O. and partner in business success and growth.  


Whether it’s 1:1 Consulting, MindSweep Mapping, or joining our Chickbook Creative community of business owners, I support idea generators in cultivating clarity and taking action to pursue their best ideas.


My purpose is to illuminate the gifts business owners and entrepreneurs bring to the world. I can’t wait to meet you and get started.


Time with me; Priceless.

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