What Got You Here Won’t Get You There — Career Growth Myths

Original Air Date: 7/14/26Welcome back to This Wasn’t My Plan — I’m your host, Ashlee Klevens Hayes. And today, we’re talking about a turning point. The moment when the strategies that helped you build a great reputation… stop working. You’ve done the right things. You’ve carried the load. You’ve played the game. But now, you're realizing: those old rules aren’t helping you grow — they’re holding you back.This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, overextended, and still overlooked — even with a stacked résumé and strong performance. If you're thinking, “Is it just me?” — it's not. You're evolving, and it's time to upgrade your mindset and strategy.What We Cover in This Episode:• What happens when being the “go-to” teammate stops working• The disconnect between external success and internal frustration• Why high-achievers hit a ceiling (and what to do about it)• The three myths keeping you from leveling up your career:1. Just do good work, and someone will notice2. You have to be 100% ready before you level up3. Technical skill is enough to lead• How to flip the script and start showing up like the leader you areYou’ll Walk Away With:• The truth about why your career feels like it’s stalling — and how to fix it• A new understanding of visibility, storytelling, and ownership• Permission to stop waiting to be picked — and start claiming space• A clear roadmap to shift from behind-the-scenes support to undeniable leadershipResources + Next Steps:1. Follow the podcast so you don’t miss next week’s episode: How to Speak Up When It Feels Really Hard to Do So2. DM me on Instagram → @rxashleehayesTell me: What part of your career are you outgrowing?