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EPISODE · Jan 4, 2026 · 40 MIN

186: I Missed My Goals. Here's What I Learned.

from Career Design Notes - Real decisions. Real trade-offs. Real career redesign. · host Sharon Singh Sidhu

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what 2025 actually looked like while building a business on lunch breaks and weekend mornings while working full-time, providing for my family, and caring for aging parents.No highlight reel. No guru 'expert' advice. Just the real lessons from the trenches.What You'll Learn:The Reality Check: What I planned for 2025 vs. what actually happenedThe 5 Unglamorous Lessons:It Takes WAY Longer Than You ThinkVisibility Is Practice, Not PersonalityYou Have to Become a Different PersonBuilding While Employed Is the Smarter PathSmall Wins Matter MORE Than Big WinsWhat I'm Taking Into 2026This Episode Is For You If:You didn't hit your 2025 goals and feel discouragedYou're building a business on the side while working full-timeYou're scared of being visible on LinkedIn (what if your boss sees?)You're overwhelmed by how long it's taking to see resultsYou need permission to celebrate small wins instead of fixating on the gapYou're a sandwiched mom providing for family while building something of your ownResources:Business Clarity Session (1-on-1): In 60 minutes, we'll identify your monetizable expertise, map your first income stream, design your 1-hour/day plan, and handle the fear of being visible while employed. Book here: https://sharonsinghsidhu.thrivecart.com/business-clarity-session/Create 2026 Workshop: Review your 2025, set your 2026 vision, and create your action plan. Includes Annual Planning Guide + 5-Step Problem-Solving Framework. Get it here: https://sharonsinghsidhu.com/create2026Learn More:Website: https://sharonsinghsidhu.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonsinghsidhu/Subscribe & Review:If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review. It helps other working moms find this podcast.

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what 2025 actually looked like while building a business on lunch breaks and weekend mornings while working full-time, providing for my family, and caring for aging parents. No highlight reel. No guru 'expert' advice. Just the real lessons from the trenches. What You'll Learn: The Reality Check: What I planned for 2025 vs. what actually happenedThe 5 Unglamorous Lessons:It Takes WAY Longer Than You ThinkVisibility Is Practice, Not PersonalityYo...

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