Most people stay stuck not because they lack ambition, but because they are afraid to let go of who they are now to become who they are meant to be. Whitney Johnson has spent her career helping leaders and organizations understand the emotional journey of growth and why doing something new should feel uncomfortable. In this episode, Whitney joins Tim to break down the S-curve of growth and how to get unstuck, take smarter risks, and build momentum one small step at a time.
In This Episode, Tim and Whitney Discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:27) Whitney’s Journey: From Uncertainty to Leadership
(04:27) The Inspiration Behind Smart Growth
(07:25) Breaking Free from Fear and Embracing Identity
(11:09) Why We Can’t Ignore Our Fears
(12:55) Getting Unstuck From the Familiar
(16:53) Whitney’s Action Plan for Finding Your Purpose
(25:10) The Power of the 5% Better Rule
(27:10) Why It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself
(32:28) Rebuilding Confidence After Failure
(34:04) Mastering Patience and Sitting in Discomfort
(36:35) Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others
Whitney Johnson is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author known for her work on personal disruption and the S-Curve of Growth. She is the author of Disrupt Yourself, Build an A Team, and Smart Growth. Whitney leads Disruption Advisors, a team development company working with top organizations worldwide. Her frameworks have helped thousands of leaders and teams navigate change, build momentum, and grow with intention.
Resources Mentioned:
Whitney's Book, Smart Growth: How to Grow Your People to Grow Your Company: https://www.amazon.in/dp/1647821150
Whitney's Book, Disrupt Yourself: Putting the Power of Disruptive Innovation to Work: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08Z8FG3TW
Connect with Whitney:
Website: thedisruptionadvisors.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/whitneyjohnson
Instagram: instagram.com/johnsonwhitney/
Connect with Tim:
Website: https://www.timstorey.com
Instagram: instagram.com/realtimstorey
YouTube: youtube.com/@MiracleMentalitywithTimStorey
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timstoreyofficial
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Self Help, Personal Growth, Mindset, Purpose, Clarity, Self Discovery, Goal Setting, Transformation, Mindfulness, Healing, Inner Peace, Renewal, Spiritual Growth, Empowerment, Self Awareness
