92. The Corporate Chameleon Trap. Why changing yourself to fit in is killing your career growth.
The Shake Up Podcast with Candice HarveyShow Notes
Send Candice a text! Today, we’re talking about why changing yourself to fit in at work is quietly killing your career growth — and what to do instead. Because here’s the truth: most people have two versions of themselves — their work self and their real self. And while it might seem harmless, that gap between the two is exactly what’s leaving you tired, disconnected, and holding back your best work. Inside this episode, we dive into: The real reason people switch into ‘work mode’ — and why i...
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