One of the hardest lessons I ever had to learn in my career was that pressure was not a good thing. I spent years thinking that it was the motivator that drove me to success, when in reality it was sabotaging me day by day. It led to over committing, people pleasing, imposter syndrome… and pretty much every other bad habit I had.
The good news: I’ve been through it, so I know how to work through that pressure so you can finally feel free.
Pressure is not a badge of honor; it's the unseen force that hinders your true potential. With almost every single one of my clients I see that pressure turn from a motivator into a stressor. While they once thought it was the thing that made them successful, suddenly it’s their kryptonite, and they feel terrified and overwhelmed. This pressure can lead to each one of the bad behaviors I outlined above: feeling stuck, making fear-based decisions, overextending…
So, tell me: If you’re struggling with any of those issues, is pressure to blame for you?
If so, it might be time to start alleviating that pressure because, let me tell you: it’s not as good for you as you think it is. ;)
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Stop waiting for your “perfect career” to dawn on you. Stop assuming you’re going to “arrive”. There are different ways you can approach career planning, and if you’re like most people, you’re doing it all wrong. Let me tell you why…
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Sound familiar? Unfortunately, your drive and ambition can be a double-edged sword. You’re definitely not alone.
Read MoreHave you ever felt stuck in analysis paralysis, thinking about all the things you COULD do as your career next step, but unable to move forward with any option confidently? I used to feel stuck in my career too, and I've seen it endlessly with clients over the past 6.5 years. You get cemented in option-mode, generating what I call a “dream jobs list” of things you could do next in your career. If so, you’re not alone, so let’s dig into what to do about it.
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Read MoreDo you often find yourself second-guessing your career decisions? Do you struggle with self-doubt, worried you’re going to make the “wrong” move?
Overanalyzing can be incredibly exhausting, but unfortunately it’s common. Especially for high achievers…
Read MoreIf you’re like most high achievers, you might struggle with prioritizing yourself. That’s because many high achievers are also what I call “professional people pleasers” - they put everyone else’s needs before their own.
If that sounds familiar, read on…
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