This week, I am sharing two short articles that upend some fundamental assumptions about what drives excellent performance. 
1. Be Nervous: This TED blog relates how speaker nerves fuel better, more passionate and more creative presentations.
http://blog.ted.com/2011/12/31/whats-it-like-to-give-a-tedx-talk-speakers-tell-their-stories/
2. Make Confidence the Enemy: Steven Spielberg reveals what makes him tick on the set each day.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505125_162-57355795/steven-spielberg-confidence-is-an-enemy/
I find these “contrary” views refreshing and real. What do you think?
-Charlotte