the millennial girlboss hangover with Colleen Bordeaux

We grew up believing there was one formula for success: work harder than everyone else, climb the ladder, collect the promotions, become the girlboss... and then you'd finally feel fulfilled.Except a lot of millennials got there and realized they didn't.This week we're joined by Colleen Bordeaux, founder of Growth Inc. and the creator behind some of TikTok's most painfully accurate takes on corporate life. After spending more than 12 years building multi-million-dollar businesses at Deloitte, Colleen made the leap into entrepreneurship while pregnant with her first child. We talk about ambition, identity, leadership, and what happens when you stop chasing the version of success you thought you were supposed to want.Whether you're questioning your career, trying to become a better leader, or simply wondering if success is supposed to feel different than this, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we cover:The Millennial Girlboss Hangover and why so many high achievers are questioning the careers they worked so hard to buildWhy Colleen would rather be respected than liked, and how that mindset changed her careerThe pressure women face to make themselves smaller, quieter, and more "palatable" at workWhat leaders are getting wrong about Gen Z and how we can bridge the gapLeaving Deloitte while pregnant and betting on herself when the timing made absolutely no sense on paperThe urgent vs. important exercise that completely changed how she prioritizes her timeWhy the habits that make you an incredible individual contributor can quietly hold you back as a leaderBecoming a new mom while building a business from scratchHer idea of "Cringe Mountain" and why being willing to look a little ridiculous is often the price of doing something extraordinaryIf this episode resonates with you, we'd love for you to share it with a friend, colleague, or fellow recovering millennial girlboss who needs to hear it. Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a rating or review, and tag us on social. We love hearing what conversations are resonating with you and your support helps more people discover it's cool, us too. Follow Colleen:Instagram (@growthincubator): https://www.instagram.com/growthincubatorTikTok (@growthincubator): https://www.tiktok.com/@growthincubatorWebsite: www.growth-inc.org