Why Leaders Get Comfortable with Discomfort

Discomfort isn’t just something to endure—it’s a powerful tool for growth. In this episode of We Talk Careers, @Kristine Delano and @Nicole Gates from @SAIC explore how embracing discomfort leads to breakthrough moments in leadership and career development. From saying yes to intimidating opportunities to learning how to seek advice rather than feedback, this conversation will challenge you to rethink the role of discomfort in your success.Not much to be uncomfortable about these days, right? Think about a recent opportunity you hesitated to take because it felt uncomfortable. How could leaning in have led to growth?After 30 years of friendship and through careers in high finance and government contracting, Kristine and Nicole debate and probe how tension can improve our teams and our organizations.🎧 Listen Now! Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review! It helps us reach more listeners looking to grow in their careers.Listen on your favorite podcast platform. We Talk Careers Podcast.Follow on Instagram kristine.delano.writerVisit www.womeninetfs.com to find additional support in the ETF industry.Go to www.kristinedelano.com for a novella set on Wall Street. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wallstreetsuspense.substack.com