How to Stop Apologizing for Your Career Ambitions

Lucas and Luna tackle a topic that hits close to home for many professionals: why do we feel the need to apologize when we talk about our career ambitions? They reference a 2023 study from the National Bureau of Economic Research that found women are 30% more likely to use hedging language in performance reviews, but also discuss how men in non-dominant roles face similar pressures. The episode focuses on practical strategies to own your ambition without guilt, including the 'just 5 words' technique for framing your goals and how to reframe ambition as generosity toward your future self. Lucas shares a personal story about a mentor who told him to stop saying 'I just want to...' and start saying 'I am working toward...' The hosts also discuss the role of company culture in either encouraging or punishing ambition, and Luna offers a tip about creating an 'ambition file' to track your wins and goals. This episode includes a brief, sincere donation segment tied to the theme of investing in yourself and the show. #CareerAmbitions #StopApologizing #ImposterSyndrome #SelfPromotion #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerConfidence #WomenInBusiness #Leadership #PerformanceReviews #NationalBureauOfEconomicResearch #HedgingLanguage #AmbitionFile #Mentorship #WorkplaceCulture #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #PersonalDevelopment Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo