I hate my boss. I feel entrapped in my job.
Apr 7, 2024 I hate my boss. I feel entrapped in my job. Hey there, Have you ever thought, “I’m working for an ***hole and ego-centric narcissistic psychopath”? Navigating the difficult terrain of working under challenging bosses is something many of us have experienced. Feeling trapped in a job with a demanding superior is a narrative many can relate to. You’re not alone. In my practice, I’ve met many executive leaders who feel this way. They often feel: → Unworthy of trust → Micromanaged →…
I don’t have time for coaching
Apr 7, 2024 I don’t have time for coaching Hi there, It’s a sentiment I’ve heard time and again: “I don’t have time for career coaching.” As a C-level executive who has navigated the corporate ladder with the help of multiple executive coaches, I can tell you firsthand that this mindset is a career-limiting belief. Time is our most valuable resource, and how we invest it determines our trajectory. When I began my journey as a software developer with ambitions of reaching the C-suite, I was…
This is the number one way to get Burnout
Apr 7, 2024 Self-Inflicted Burnout Hey friends, I got a fantastic question from a client last week: “I’m subscribed to many online personalities. I watch their YouTube videos on living a better life and being more productive. So, why do I feel I’m getting worse?” This really hit home because I see many people experiencing the same thing. It’s not that the content from these online personalities is wrong or harmful. The problem is expecting a quick fix and pretending you’ve mastered it…
This is the secret to happiness
Apr 7, 2024 The secret to happiness. Hi there, For years, I have been saying things like: -When I get that job, I will be happy-When I make a million dollars, I will be happy-When I get my health back, I will be happy But in reality, that is not how happiness works. Dr. Robert Waldinger writes that “Happiness is not a feeling.” Happiness is a DIRECTION. Happiness is the pursuit of: -Enjoyment-Satisfaction-Meaning He goes on to call these three attributes of happiness ‘macronutrients.’ For any…
Learn this and get out of “Everything Right Now” at work.
Apr 7, 2024 Stuck in everything “Right Now”? Hi there, It sucks when your boss wants everything right now from you. It’s impossible to deliver everything right now. Not even a robot could do that. Not even a thousand robots could do that. So why is this happening to me? There are two possible reasons for this: You have an idiot of a boss You are dealing with the leftover problems from the past Let’s talk about #1. Your boss. And let’s just call it for what it really is. Your boss is…
This can help you keep your job
Apr 7, 2024 If you are thinking of quitting your job because of burnout, read this first. Hi there, So you are in back-to-back meetings. You feel exhausted daily. Mentally worn out. And you feel like you are getting nothing done. And you might even feel others are out to get you [fired.] Quitting your job might seem like a solution. But your burnout might not be solely tied to your current job. There is more to burnout than meets the eye. Often, it is not your employment pulling you into…
This will empower you to lead with confidence
Apr 7, 2024 Leading with confidence and avoiding burnout. Hi Everyone, Leading with confidence while avoiding burnout is a fine balance, one that’s crucial yet challenging to maintain. I’ve navigated these waters, and I’d love to share some insights that have made the journey smoother for me and can hopefully do the same for you. Here are 5 simple steps you can apply today: Delegate Wisely Trusting your team with responsibilities not only lightens your load but also builds their capabilities…