112. The Approval Trap and Why We're Done Performing for Permission

Let’s get one thing straight: you were not put on this earth to be liked by everyone in your office.In this powerful solo episode, I'm diving headfirst into the tangled web of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the trap of approval-seeking - especially how it’s playing out in the workplace for women.I gets real about my own journey of chasing gold stars and external validation, and how it left her burnt out, underpaid, and questioning my worth. Sound familiar?You’ll hear:Why so many brilliant women are still waiting for permission to leadThe subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways approval-seeking shows up at workHow these patterns hold us back from our power, pay, and peaceA fierce call to stop performing and start reclaiming your voiceThis episode is the permission slip you didn’t know you needed to stop editing yourself for other people’s comfort—and start leading like you already know.Because you do.*******************Ready to dive deeper? If you're ready to stop chasing someone else's definition of success and start creating your own, you don' t have to do it alone. Whether it's ⁠1:1 coaching⁠ or ⁠The Leadership Lab⁠ there's a space for you to step into your power and lead with confidence.And to get you started, I've got a free resource just for you! Download the Unstoppable Leaders Blueprint to help you kick perfectionism to the curb and lead with bold, grounded confidence. Grab it now at the⁠ link⁠.🔗 Listen in. Take notes. And remind yourself: you don’t have to be perfect—you just have to be real.