Stop Chasing Promotions

Show notes

What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • Why promotions are often outside your span of control—and why that matters
  • The risks of tying promotions too closely to salary and status
  • How to reframe career goals around learning, skill-building, and impact
  • The importance of asking: What do I want to be known for?
  • Other ways to meet needs for money, influence, or recognition without a title change
  • How to spot whether a promotion is truly what you want—or just shiny object syndrome

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