Why Most Careers Stall After the First Job (And How to Fix It)

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola sits down with Dr. Deepak Bhootra, global sales leader, entrepreneur, and founder of the Rise Up platform, to unpack one of the most overlooked career killers: the post-hire gap. After decades of experience across four continents, Dr. Deepak reveals why landing a job is just the beginning—and why most professionals quietly fall behind within their first few years. You’ll learn: Why the skills that get you hired won’t sustain your career The hidden cost of poor career decisions (and how it compounds over time) What separates top performers from those who burn out or quit How to position yourself for growth in an AI-driven world Why mentorship still matters—and how to use AI the right way If you want to stop drifting in your career and start compounding your growth, this episode is a must-listen.