Does It Really Matter What People Think and Say About You?

In this powerful episode of the Let’s GO –Let’s GROW Podcast, Des Penny dives deep into one of the most common leadership struggles — dealing with criticism, judgment, and other people’s opinions.

Have you ever held back because of what they might think? Been stung by a comment that lingered far too long in your mind? Des is here to remind you: It’s not what they say that defines you – it’s how you respond that sets the course for your future.

You’ll learn:

When feedback matters — and when it absolutely doesn’tThe “Triple R” strategy to handle criticism:Recognise, Reflect, and Refocus Why restraint is true power (with a gold nugget quote from Warren Buffett)Practical tools to build emotional resilience and reclaim your inner voice

Why you are the author of your own life — and how to write your next powerful chapter

This is an episode every leader, creator, and courageous human needs to hear. Because you weren’t born to blend in — you were made to grow forward.

Action precedes clarity.

Let’s GO – Let’s GROW.