100 - At What Cost

This podcast delves into the challenges women face in male-dominated professions, highlighting the barriers that hinder career advancement and personal fulfillment. It emphasizes the mental and emotional costs of downsizing ambitions and the importance of setting ambitious goals for career growth. The podcast also addresses the perpetuation of the gender pay gap through reluctance to negotiate and the erosion of self-confidence through reliance on external validation. It explores how resistance to change and fear can hinder professional growth, and the negative effects of overcommitment and burnout from trying to be everything to everyone. The podcast emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, saying no, recognizing self-worth, and having a clear career vision. It also discusses the significance of knowing when to leave a role or company for personal growth and how playing small perpetuates barriers and compromises potential. Ultimately, it encourages listeners to take control of their careers through self-confidence and strategic decision-making.