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EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 54 MIN

I spent years proving myself – here's what freed me | Sharon Pickering PhD

from Leadership Circle podcast · host Jeannette Meier

In this reflection, guest Sharon Pickering, PhD, discusses her past professional self and the immense pressure to achieve an unattainable standard of perfection. She reflects on how this drive manifested in her behavior, leading to specific actions and a particular persona. This conversation offers valuable insights into self-development and personal growth, contrasting past experiences with a more nuanced understanding of self-worth in the workplace. It's a journey of self-improvement and shifting mindset.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/leadership-circle-podcast--6270563/support.

In this reflection, guest Sharon Pickering, PhD, discusses her past professional self and the immense pressure to achieve an unattainable standard of perfection. She reflects on how this drive manifested in her behavior, leading to specific actions and a particular persona. This conversation offers valuable insights into self-development and personal growth, contrasting past experiences with a more nuanced understanding of self-worth in the workplace. It's a journey of self-improvement and shifting mindset.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/leadership-circle-podcast--6270563/support.

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