Picture this: the corner office, the strong reviews, the title you worked years to earn. And a small voice asking, "Is this it?"
If that voice sounds familiar, this episode is for you. LaRhonda sits down with a career coach to challenge the idea that a career is something you climb. Instead, it is something you design, test, adjust, and sometimes completely rebuild.
Here is what we get into:
Who really needs a career coach? Spoiler: it is not just people in crisis. We cover what coaching looks like in practice, and how assessments can surface your strengths, motivations, and blind spots. There are no wrong answers, only better questions.
Is a little chaos the price of greatness? We take on the uncomfortable idea that high performance may require seasons of imbalance, and how to tell the difference between a sprint with a purpose and a slow burn toward exhaustion.
From expert to leader. Being great at the work and being great at leading people who do the work are two very different skills. We talk about stepping into a role before you feel ready, and how to shrink imposter syndrome by growing competence, credibility, relationships, and self-awareness.
Planning for a future that keeps moving. When industries shift faster than any five year plan, what keeps you relevant? We look at pivoting, prioritizing, and diversifying your skills before you are forced to.
What if you get everything you wanted? Using Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, we explore why achievement and fulfillment are not the same thing, and where meaning, purpose, and belonging fit in.
The dark side of the corner office. Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy, known as the Dark Triad, can look a lot like confidence and charisma in the workplace. We discuss how to spot the difference and protect your effectiveness while you do.
Everything circles back to one question: when you feel stuck, how do you move forward?
Press play for practical ideas on handling transitions, building real confidence, and crafting a career that is not just impressive, but genuinely yours.
