Best The Adventures of the Super Fun Adventure Team Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 185 - 2 Ways to Build a Healthier Relationship with Yourself 21:00

15h ago21:00

21:00

Are you hard on yourself and super self-critical? Or, are you good at setting boundaries and making your needs known? And how does your preference impact your leadership, your parenting, your friendships? Let's dive into this one together! Today I am sharing a self-awareness quiz with you. Score yourself out of 70 across 7 different measures to rev…

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Ep 184 - Is Your SUPER Strategic Brain Working Too Fast For Your Team? 15:04

8d ago15:04

15:04

If you're SUPER strategic, you're always thinking three steps ahead of everyone else which can be extremely useful but NOT if you're losing everyone along the way. How would I define someone who is SUPER Strategic? Your brain will work quickly and be filled with ideas and ways to connect all those different ideas You'll be solving problems people h…

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Ep 183 - STOP Playing in the Weeds & START Being Strategic About Your Career 10:00

14d ago10:00

10:00

Save yourself months, if not YEARS, on the wrong path by taking an objective step back to review your career. Coaching is the ideal partnership to help you become more strategic and chase down only THE BEST opportunities for you and your career. Too often people are lost in their careers, working extremely hard and delivering phenomenal results - b…

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Ep 182 - Linear vs Jungle Gym Adventure: 2 Different Paths to Career Success 12:07

22d ago12:07

12:07

Who said career 'success' is only about climbing the career ladder and going UP? Today I am exploring the metaphor of your career being a 'jungle gym' instead full of rich, lateral experiences. In her book Lean In, Sheryl Sandberg references the metaphor of a 'career jungle gym' which she credits to Forbes' journalist Pattie Sellers. It's the idea …

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Ep 181 - 3 Reasons Why You Mustn't Wait to Hire a Career Coach (Like Me!) 16:24

29d ago16:24

16:24

What if you learned something new that made you think: 'I wish I had known this 10 YEARS AGO!' How might life, or your opportunities, have been different? A number of my clients have said this exact thing to me about the career strategies they learn in my program... let's dive into why getting a coach earlier - even today - will set you up for succ…

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Ep 180 - Know Your Team: Rational vs Emotional Problem Solving: Which Is Best? 12:23

1M ago12:23

12:23

Your team is full of individuals with different values (preferences and styles). The question I am posing today is: do you see merit in, or do you judge, values that are different from your own? I am looking at two different values-preferences today: 1. Rational vs Emotional 2. Impulsive vs Thoughtful How do you identify with each of these paired g…

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Ep 179 - 'Am I Enough?': The #1 Internal Barrier to Women's Success 10:47

1M ago10:47

10:47

Are you NOT applying for roles, or asking for the opportunities you want in your career? Could it be that you're doubting your value and wondering if you're good enough? If YES, this is the ep for you! Today I am taking you on a deep dive into this belief 'Am I (good) enough?' Because if you're running this 'story', it will be keeping you small and…

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Ep 178 - 11 Questions: Check If You're Being Set Up for Success (or Not) in Your Role 15:23

2M ago15:23

15:23

Are the conditions around you right for you to be successful? This is the topic for today's episode, coming in HOT! It is the joint responsibility of both you and your organisation to make sure you succeed. It is 100% the case that if you don't take control of your own career and its outcomes, no-one else will do it for you... Equally, your organis…

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Ep 177 - (Part 3) 3 Major Systemic Barriers to Women's Progression: The Work-Life Barrier 17:06

2M ago17:06

17:06

In this concluding part of this 3-part series, I am going to be sharing a major systemic barrier to women's career progression, namely The Work-Life Barrier. We are talking today about primary care givers, paternity leave, domestic duties, the Mental Load, societal stigmas and a whole lot of research that highlights the current imbalance between me…

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Ep 176 - (Part 2) 3 Major Systemic Barriers to Women's Progression: The Bias Barrier 11:36

2M ago11:36

11:36

In this 3-part series I am going to be sharing the major systemic barriers to women progressing in their careers: today we are talking about The Bias Barrier. Bias can be unconscious (and conscious) and is a key factor underpinning the slowness of progress in seeing more women rise to positions of leadership and power. In this episode, I'm talking …

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Ep 175 - (Part 1) 3 Major Systemic Barriers to Women's Progression: The Culture Barrier 9:04

2M ago9:04

9:04

In this 3-part series I am going to be sharing the major systemic barriers to women progressing in their careers: today we are talking about The Culture Barrier. Most STEM and Financial environments remain heavily male dominated and it can have an impact on those organisations being able to hire and retain key female talent. In this episode, I'm ta…

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Ep 174 - 21 Surprising Ways to Invest in Yourself 22:35

3M ago22:35

22:35

Investing in yourself is about personal growth, prioritising your needs and making conscious decisions to help you decompress and focus on what matters most. Today, I'm sharing 21 surprising ideas to help you do just that! Life's busy. In this ep, I am taking you on a journey of self-discovery to help you think about what matters most to you. So th…

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Ep 173 (Stats) - Dominating Meetings vs Not Being Heard: The Science Behind It 7:40

3M ago7:40

7:40

Is 'being heard in meetings' a challenge for you? I'm looking at the research today to help explain what could be making this so hard! In today's 'Stats' episode, I'm looking at some research from Kellogg's School of Management that explores meeting dynamics and why some meetings are dominated by particular people. Something I said today: "A questi…

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Ep 172 - The Value of Rehearsing a Difficult Conversation Out Loud 9:53

3M ago9:53

9:53

Do you hate having a confronting conversation? Maybe you don't enjoy giving feedback you think might not be well received? In today's ep I am sharing my own process to prepare for a challenging conversation so you get the outcome you were hoping for without burning any bridges! A lot of people don't enjoy giving feedback, especially if you know it …

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Ep 171 - How to Stop Giving Meaning to Set Backs - Empower Yourself 13:35

3M ago13:35

13:35

Do you tend to over-catastrophise situations, or feel guilt too easily with setbacks? You might layer on 'meaning' to all sorts of situations but there's a much simpler way! Stay in control, feel better and more free with this strategy today! I went to my yoga class last night… it was heaven. My yoga studio overlooks the beach, the sun was still lo…

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Ep 170 - 7 Signs You're Doing TOO Good a Job (& Its Impact On Your Career) 14:41

4M ago14:41

14:41

Are you delivering phenomenal results for your org but aren't getting the recognition and respect you deserve? Perhaps you're doing TOO good a job! In today's value-packed episode I am talking about a problem a lot of new clients are struggling with. Maybe you're seen as a 'reliable, safe pair hands' which on the face of it is great! But when you l…

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Ep 169 - Learn My 'Bullet Mentoring' Method & Build Your Expertise Fast 12:30

4M ago12:30

12:30

With the Bullet Mentoring Method, you could have 7 different mentors in a week and build credibility faster.... here's how! Any mentoring relationship is about educating yourself, to fill a skills or knowledge gap or to learn from someone else's expertise and experience. Traditional mentoring can be longer term, 3-6 months and feel quite formal. Wh…

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Ep 168 - 3 Ways You’re Abdicating Your Own Authority & Selling Yourself Short 17:32

4M ago17:32

17:32

Are you ASSUMING or ABDICATING your own authority? It's the difference between backing yourself and believing in your value (and right) to be there... and abandoning all hope. I know which strategy I would rather adopt! In my business I focus a lot of energy with clients on the concept of assuming your authority. When you crack this idea you make h…

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Ep 167 - Book Rebecca to Speak: The 5 Strategic Career Tips Women Don’t Ever Get, But Critically Need 10:51

4M ago10:51

10:51

Are you looking for a speaker for your next Women in Leadership conference or event? In this episode I am giving you the lowdown on my signature talk, The 5 Strategic Career Tips Women Don’t Ever Get, But Critically Need. So if you're looking for a fresh conversation at your next International Women's Day event, conference or panel discussion this …

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Ep 166 - Successful Change Only Happens With Buy-In: How to Lead Through Transformation, with guest Ania Archer 33:53

4M ago33:53

33:53

Are you a leader navigating Change: some technological shift, a merger or acquisition, or a personnel change? If you're feeling like you need some tips and support through this process, this is the ep for you! My guest today is Ania Archer, an experienced Change Practitioner who has worked in a variety of industries, including financial services, p…

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Ep 165 (Shorty) - 5 Ways to Take Control of Your Year... There's Even a Tip from Chappell Roan! 12:53

5M ago12:53

12:53

Do you want some quick ideas to take control of the year ahead? This is the ep for you! I am talking about important tips today, to help you set yourself up for total success this year. We are talking DEI initiatives, discrimination, self-awareness, dealing with feedback and seeking out opportunity! Join me! Links: Watch Rebecca's free Leadership U…

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Ep 164 - Need a Digital Detox? 7 Steps to Declutter Your Digital Life 13:04

5M ago13:04

13:04

Our technological use has skyrocketed over the last 3 - 5 years - perhaps it's time for a detox? The start of a new year is the perfect time to review both our good (and bad) habits. Much research has been made into the negative impact that social media, and technological over-use, has on mental health... I don't know about you but I find that when…

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Ep 163 - Who Do You Want to BE in 2025? A Fresh Look at Goal Setting 14:20

5M ago14:20

14:20

Are you bored setting goals? Me too! Here's a fresh way to commit to yourself this year! When we talk about goal setting, we are often looking only at what we want to DO or HAVE in our lives: I want to run a half marathon I want to get promoted I want a bigger car I want to lose weight But the problem with these kinds of goals is, they don't tell u…

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Ep 162 - 3 Steps to Review a Busy Year & Acknowledge Your Impact 19:40

5M ago19:40

19:40

Reviewing the year you just had, your impacts and growth areas is critical to your wellbeing and growth! I really think one of the most valuable things you can do, regularly, is reviewing your progress. Wow... it's the last day of 2024 - what just happened? When did you feel alive and fulfilled this year? What did you achieve that makes you proud? …

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Ep 161 (Shorty) - 10 Magical Quotes on Christmas Eve 10:21

6M ago10:21

10:21

Do you love a positive quote? Today I'm sharing 10 fabulous, thought provoking quotes to round off your year! Want to talk about courage, self-compassion and forging your own path? Grab your Christmas cocoa, curl up with me and let's explore these gorgeous ideas and nuggets of inspiration! Links: Check Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au Rat…

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Ep 160 - 5 Ways to Be a More Agile Learner, and Leader 11:01

6M ago11:01

11:01

Want to learn the steps to become a more agile learner? I am sharing 5 today! Learning agility is a major buzzword right now and if you want to be at the cutting edge of leadership, these 5 skills could be exactly what you need! Here's something valuable I said today: "The agile learner looks at situations, and results, with an objective lens. Inst…

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Ep 159 (Shorty) - How to Prepare For a Difficult Conversation 8:31

6M ago8:31

8:31

Do you find it difficult to formulate your views, when dealing with a difficult person? In today's 'shorty' episode I'm sharing my own process, that I take myself through, when preparing to have a difficult conversation with someone. You might be surprised to learn that part of this strategy is speaking out loud.... I'll see you inside! Links: *** …

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Ep 158 - Gender Equity Relies on Positive Role Modelling for Our Boys 11:01

6M ago11:01

11:01

What happens when our young boys have positive, male role models? They learn the lessons of respect, kindness and equity. Let's talk about this vital topic today. In this episode I am sharing a personal story. My son is 8 and he plays football (soccer) with his mates three times a week. Not only is he improving his football skills, he is also cemen…

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Ep 157 - (Shorty) 3 Problems With Overdelivering at Work 4:58

7M ago4:58

4:58

Are you getting pigeonholed as a 'safe pair of hands' but not being considered for a promotion? This is the ep you need right now! In today's short episode (of 5 minutes or less) I'm talking about the 3 problems with being that 'safe pair of hands'. On the face of it, it seems like a positive value to be adding to your organisation. But what if wor…

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Ep 156 - Unmasking the Hidden Toll of Overachievement, with guest Sally McGrath 30:46

7M ago30:46

30:46

Are you an overachiever who doesn't know how to put the brakes on? Sally and I are talking to the high achievers out there today who want to learn some strategies to challenge their current patterns. Consistent overachievement inevitably learns to burnout - take new action today to get back in control of your workload - and your life. We are talkin…

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Ep 155 - (Shorty) 3 Questions to Ask Each Team Member (Regularly) to Build Engagement 8:19

7M ago8:19

8:19

Do you know your team? Do you know that they are getting what they need from you? Are they clear of the strategy? In today's 'shorty' episode I'm sharing 3 important questions to be asking each and every member of your team, on a regular basis, to make sure you are all on the same page and they are feeling ENGAGED! Let's get into it! Links: *** Boo…

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Ep 154 - Up Your Game! 3 Ways to Add Strategic Value to Your Meetings 14:59

7M ago14:59

14:59

Are you told you aren't 'strategic enough'? Want to learn how to fix that? In today's episode, I'm sharing three different questions you can use in your meetings to demonstrate that you're thinking more strategically about the business you're in. If you know you spend too much time talking about the operational deliverables of the business, and are…

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Ep 153 (Shorty) - 3 Reasons You Need a Career Coach NOW! 8:59

7M ago8:59

8:59

Have you ever wanted someone else in your corner? A coach who can help you step out of the day-to-day and think more strategically about building your career and profile? This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss! In today's 'shorty' episode, I'm sharing some really valuable reasons why people hire me as their career coach. Do you need a safe, non…

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Ep 152 - Why 'Managing Up' Needs to Be Your Priority This Quarter 11:06

8M ago11:06

11:06

Too many women avoid building relationships with their senior exec team, but why, when it is an absolute priority? In this ep I am looking at what stops so many women from managing up and giving you some ideas that might help you think more optimistically(!) about managing up! The reasons you are currently AVOIDING managing up How building relation…

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Ep 151 (Shorty) - 3 Surprising Reasons Your CV Isn't Opening Doors 4:46

8M ago4:46

4:46

Are you sending your CV out but not getting interviews? Here are 3 ideas to re-position your CV to help you land a more senior role. Aside from all the basic things to get right on your CV (like correct formatting, punctuation, spelling) you want to make sure you are positioning yourself correctly for the role you're applying for.... Otherwise you …

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Ep 150 - Diversity of Experience: Leading Across Sectors and Continents, with guest Megan Thomson 27:29

8M ago27:29

27:29

When we build a career we have choices. One choice is to dig deep into a specific areas of expertise and become a total domain expert, and another is to have a broader reach with varied experiences. Is one better than the other? In today's episode my fabulous guest, Meg Thomson, is sharing her diverse journey with us having led projects at Apple, S…

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Ep 149 (Shorty) - 3 Assumptions That Are Killing Your Career Prospects 6:58

8M ago6:58

6:58

Are you making some BIG assumptions about your boss or your career that are actually blocking your progress? It is easy to make assumptions about what your boss knows / does NOT know... what your boss thinks / does NOT think... you get the idea. ;) Assumptions kill dreams! In this ep I am talking about the 3 most common assumptions I see clients ma…

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Ep 148 - Behind the Scenes! Why Did I Name My Business Illuminate Personal Growth? 10:12

9M ago10:12

10:12

By naming my business, Illuminate Personal Growth, I was making a promise to my clients. Do you want to learn what that promise is? In this ep I am diving into a behind-the-scenes- moment and sharing my thinking around my business and what its purpose is. I can't wait to share this with you. Here's something valuable I said today: "Effective coachi…

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Ep 147 (Shorty) - How to Explain Your Leadership Impact, in Tangible Terms 7:13

9M ago7:13

7:13

Do you struggle to quantify the impact of your leadership? This episode will blow your mind! Clients often tell me it is near-impossible to talk about how their leadership or their 'human traits' genuinely impact their organisations. So I'm here today to help you do EXACTLY that! And if you want to learn the exact 5-step framework that I teach my c…

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Ep 146 - What I've Learned About Authentic Leadership in STEM, with guest Melina Georgousakis 19:45

9M ago19:45

19:45

There are so many definitions of what it means to be an authentic leader. My guest, Melina Georgousakis, shares what it means for her. In today's episode my fabulous guest, Melina Georgousakis, is talking about authenticity in leadership by sharing her own career journey with us: from working in a research lab to informing health policy, and then g…

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Ep 145 (Shorty) - 3 Mistakes To Avoid When Interviewing for a Senior Leadership Role 5:50

9M ago5:50

5:50

Did you not make the short list for a senior leadership role you really wanted? Make sure you aren't making these mistakes! Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, I am here to share the common errors I see clients making in their interviews. If you're interviewing for a more senior role, your strategy needs to change. These interviews are DIFFEREN…

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Ep 144 - 5 Vital Steps To Get Promoted to Senior Leadership 11:22

10M ago11:22

11:22

Do you know how to step up in your career, so you are seen as senior leadership material? Don't waste time procrastinating about what you should be doing: follow my 5 steps and get on that path faster! In this ep I am sharing five key shifts in your behaviour if you want to be considered as senior leadership potential. We are talking about leveragi…

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Ep 143 (Shorty) - Narcissistic Boss? 3 Ways to Set Yourself Up for Success 6:41

10M ago6:41

6:41

Are you finding managing a difficult boss, well, difficult? This is the ep for you! Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, I'm sharing 3 strategies to help you get back in the driver's seat if you have a difficult boss. Perhaps s/he doesn't give you regular feedback? Perhaps s/he acts in a superior, unengaging way? Perhaps you're fed up with feeli…

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Ep 142 - How to Use Your Imposter Thoughts to Land a Senior Leadership Promotion 10:07

10M ago10:07

10:07

Does your imposter 'voice' stop you from being as successful (and happy) as you could be? What if, you welcomed those thoughts in - would it actually make you a more effective leader? In this ep I am talking about... - What’s keeping you stuck in your career and locked in a cycle of self-doubt, constantly feeling like you’re less talented than othe…

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Ep 141 (Shorty) - 3 Vital Reasons To Get Better at Backing Yourself 5:34

10M ago5:34

5:34

Are you missing out because you just aren't backing yourself, your skills or capabilities? Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, of 5 minute or less, I'm sharing 3 common reasons why women sometimes fall short in backing themselves... so that you can make some changes and start getting more of the outcomes you want in your career. I'll see you in…

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Ep 140 - A Yin Meditation to Bring Relaxation and Calm into Your Day, with guest Olivia Shurdova 20:44

11M ago20:44

20:44

Today we have a treat! My guest Olivia Shurdova is sharing a meditation with us! Grab a pillow and a cosy blanket and take 10 minutes out of your day to unwind. Links: Visit Olivia’s website Visit Olivia's Insta page Get Olivia’s free Chakras meditation album Listen to Olivia's first podcast episode about Yin & Yang Energy Watch Rebecca's FREE Mast…

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Ep 139 - (Shorty) 3 Steps to Get a Pay Rise Next Time 5:15

11M ago5:15

5:15

Are you making these common mistakes when it comes to negotiating your salary? Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, of 5 minute or less, I'm sharing 3 steps to help you get a pay rise next time! I'll see you inside! Links: Watch my free Masterclass right now Listen to another ep: 3 Things NOT To Do in 2024 And this: 7 Ways to Exit Your Role On Y…

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Ep 138 - Not Selling Yourself is Killing Your Opportunity; How to Get Better at Self-Promotion 9:53

11M ago9:53

9:53

Do you loathe the idea of talking about you and your results? How is that working for you? Let's talk about the steps to become a CONFIDENT self-promoter who stops missing out on the best opportunities In this ep I am sharing: How to talk CONFIDENTLY about yourself and your results - with your boss, in your performance reviews, in pay negotiations.…

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Ep 137 (Shorty) - A No-No Guide: 3 Things to STOP Doing... So You Get Promoted 4:17

11M ago4:17

4:17

Are you making these common mistakes and keep missing out on promotion? Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, of 5 minute or less, I'm sharing my 'No-No Guide'.... what NOT to do if you want to get promoted in the next 6-12 months! I'll see you inside! Links: BONUS: Get all of my Shorty Checklists emailed to you every fortnight! You'll also get a…

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Ep 136 - Stop Working Harder; Start Working Smarter 11:38

11M ago11:38

11:38

Are you overworked but still not getting the recognition you want? In this ep I am sharing: - What’s keeping you stuck in the cycle of 'just working harder' (and losing self-confidence as you go) - The ONE new strategy that will help you become more strategic about your career - 3 questions to help you step up your game and get the recognition you …

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