Sometimes, walking through the worst-case scenario can help you uncover your true feelings about a major career decision.Taking a promotion can be exciting, but also time-consuming and stressful when you have to inherit more responsibilities, says executive coach Melody Wilding.
Think about how this step will affect your future self, and remember to stick to your core values and align your actions accordingly. When Tessa came to me as a coaching client, she had one question on her mind, "Should I take this promotion?" At the same time, her job was often draining. Optimizing marketing campaigns brought out her perfectionist side and Tessa sacrificed work-life balance to push launches out the door. She had three direct reports and enjoyed serving as their leader, but doubted if she was actually good at her job. On the one hand, a promotion to being director would be a huge level up in her career.
At the same time, many Sensitive Strivers like Tessa have forgotten how to listen to their own voices after living a life dictated by other people's expectations. They get caught up in "shoulds" and tend to look for answers outside themselves And their loud If any of this resonates with you, then you are far from alone. Plus, when it comes to making tough decisions, your qualities if channeled correctly.