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Face Off Fridays: The Real Cost of Being 'Nice' vs. Being Authentic

In this episode of Face Off Fridays, Bad Janny debates with her alter ego Good Janny on whether being excessively 'nice' is actually ruining your life. Through statistics and expert insights, they explore how being overly polite can lead to self-sabotage, decreased productivity, and even lower income.


00:22 Is Being Nice Ruining Your Life?
00:45 Meet Good Janny: The Human Doormat
01:03 The Problem with Being Too Nice
02:14 When Niceness Turns into Self-Sabotage
02:36 Assertiveness vs. Aggression
02:50 Jannyism of the Week: Reality Check
03:38 The Economic Cost of Niceness
03:58 Nice vs. Kind: Understanding the Difference
04:23 Practical Examples of Direct Communication
04:54 The Mental Health Benefits of Setting Boundaries
05:10 Cultural Aspects of Direct Communication
05:45 How to Shift to Authentic Communication
06:13 Overcoming Authenticity Anxiety
07:06 Conclusion: The True Cost of Being Nice
07:46 Final Takeaway: Be Kind, Be Clear, Be Real

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The Collapse of the Girlboss Movement

In this episode of the Bad Janny podcast, we explore the rise and fall of the Girlboss movement, examining why many of these businesses, like Nasty Gal, The Wing, Away, and Glossier, faced scandals, resignations, and PR disasters. The discussion emphasizes the importance of real leadership skills, sustainability over scalability, and mastering business fundamentals. We debunk the myth of the #GirlBoss aesthetic, advocating for genuine competence and effective entrepreneurship. Key takeaways include focusing on mastery, building a solid foundation, and finding your true genius beyond trendy slogans.


00:24 The Rise and Fall of the Girlboss Movement
02:11 Case Studies: The Wing and Away Luggage
04:00 Case Study: The Glossier Saga
06:31 Lessons from the Girlboss Failures
08:20 Building Real Success
09:33 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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Building Unshakable Confidence with Bad Janny: A Masterclass

Waiting for confidence to magically appear? Girl, please. Confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a habit. And in this episode, Bad Janny is serving up a no-BS blueprint to build it daily. From crushing overthinking to taking bold action (yes, even when you’re scared), this is your wake-up call to stop waiting and start owning your power. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to flex that confidence muscle like the badass you are. 💪✨ #StayBold #BeBAD

00:00 Introduction: Embracing Boldness
00:20 Building Confidence: A Daily Habit
01:07 Overcoming Overthinking
02:37 The Power of Bold Actions
05:27 Daily Confidence Exercises
08:42 Celebrating Wins
12:58 Final Thoughts: Confidence is a Choice

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