[CAREER SUCCESS] The question most corporate leaders avoid asking ...

"Life is about growth and change. When you stop growing, you’re dying."
~ Tony Robbins

April 1, 2025

Hi Audie!

Ever catch yourself daydreaming in yet another meeting, wondering:

“Am I still growing here or am I just staying because it's comfortable?"

It's an important question and an easy one to avoid.

If you've been feeling under-challenged, uninspired or unsure of what's next in your career, this month's article is for you.

You'll discover what's really keeping smart, capable leaders from making a move, and how to take the next steps without spinning your wheels or second-guessing yourself.

It's time to stop settling and start moving forward.

Happy reading ...

Grow or Stay Stuck? Navigating the Crossroads in your Career.

At some point in nearly every accomplished leader's journey, a quiet but persistent question emerges:

"Am I still growing here -- or am I just staying because it's comfortable?"

It's a powerful question, and often an uncomfortable one. So we push it aside. We stay busy. We tell ourselves it's fine.

Your current role may feel solid. You're respected. You're delivering results. You're known for what you do.

Yet, if you're being honest, you're under-challenged. There's no clear path forward, and you're coasting. Deep down, a part of you knows: you're capable of more.

And then the inner doubts show up:

"What if I bomb the interview?"

"I don't even know how to explain why I want to leave."

"What if I make a move and it's a mistake?"

These are completely normal thoughts, and they're powerful enough to keep even the most ambitious leaders stuck far longer than they'd like to admit.

✨The Cost of Staying Put

Staying in a role that no longer challenges you might feel like the safer choice; yet, over time it drains your motivation, dulls your energy and disconnects you from your sense of purpose.

I've worked with incredibly talented, high-performing leaders who waited years to make a move, only to realize they had outgrown their role long before they took action.

Here's what growth offers instead:

• Greater fulfillment. When your work stretches and energizes you, it reignites your sense of purpose.
• Broader impact. You have the opportunity to contribute at a higher level -- strategically, cross-functionally, and with real influence.
• Increased compensation. Let's be honest -- with growth often comes better financial rewards.
• No regrets. You won't look back wondering "What if?" because you chose to act.

✨Fear is Part of the Process

Fear of change is real, and it's one of the top reasons people stay stuck. Whether it's fear of rejection, uncertainty about what's next, or even just the idea of updating your resume or interviewing, it's understandable.

Fear doesn't mean you're not ready. It means you care and it means this next step matters to you.

The good news? Interviewing, networking, and positioning yourself for a next-level role are all learnable skills. With the right strategies and support, you'll be equipped to move forward with clarity and confidence -- no guesswork required.

"The question is, are you going to grow or are you going to just stay where you are out of fear and waste your precious human life by status quo-ing instead of being willing to break the sound barrier? ... I suggest finding the willingness to go forward instead of staying still, ... particularly when you have a calling in some direction. That calling needs to be answered. ..." ~ Pema Chödrön

✨You Don't Have to Do This Alone

This is where working with an experienced executive job search coach can make all the difference.

I help mid- to senior-level corporate leaders and executives get clear on 'what's next' in their career, create a compelling personal brand/messaging, and execute a focused strategy to land an exciting, next-level role that aligns with their strengths and aspirations.

If you're feeling stuck, and you know deep down that you're ready for more, consider this your nudge. You don't have to do it alone, and you don't have to keep spinning your wheels.

Ready to explore 'what's next'?

Let's talk! Schedule a free no-pressure consultation to see how I can support you in stepping into the next chapter of your career -- with clarity, confidence and proven strategies that work.

👉 Just send me email or click here to schedule a call.

Keep moving forward,

Audie xx

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