Classics - Respect Your Offer or No One Will with Shonit Jagmohan

Influential U

Shonit Jagmohan is an optometrist living in Melbourne, Australia. As a health and ambitious business professional, he offers an excellent case study in specialization, authority, and scarcity.

In this episode, John and Shonit dive deep into the often-overlooked concept of the Condition of Life "Work" and how personal reflection on what you don’t want can shape a fulfilling career and life. They explore the societal pressures that push us toward certain norms, like working hard for the sake of it, and how to break free from those expectations by getting clear on your own aims. Shonit shares his personal journey of realizing that declining unfounded or unrealistic goals in his professional life helped him build authority and focus.

They discuss the power of deliberate practice in declining, especially for those with a Performer personality who naturally avoid confrontation, and the importance of questioning societal norms that encourage acceptance without critical thinking.

This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to refine their professional focus, build authority, and learn the art of saying "no" to create a more intentional, balanced life.