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Before 2026 arrives, there are 5 career conversations you need to have.Not just with your manager. Not just during performance review season. But with yourself, your mentor, your peers — and the people who can help you grow.Because career growth doesn’t just happen because you work hard. It happens because you communicate intentionally.As we close out 2025, this is the perfect time to pause and ask:👉 What conversations have I been avoiding?👉 Where do I need more clarity, feedback, or visibility?👉 What do I really want next year to look like for my career?In this week’s episode I’m sharing The 5 Career Conversations You Need to Have Before 2026 — the exact playbook to help you reflect, realign, and step into the new year with purpose and momentum.Grab your coffee and your journal — this one’s all about getting intentional before the year ends. Learn more and join EmpowerHER: https://leadingyourself.my.canva.site/empowerher

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Before 2026 arrives, there are 5 career conversations you need to have.Not just with your manager. Not just during performance review season. But with yourself, your mentor, your peers — and the people who can help you grow.Because career growth...

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