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Many of us experience this when we start a new job or get promoted. We feel grateful for the opportunity, but that gratitude can shift into complacency if we're not careful. "Just happy to be here" can become an obstacle that prevents us from fully embracing our potential. But there are ways to break through this. In this episode, Coach Kooley addresses the issue while revealing its potential to hinder career growth and personal development. While sharing her personal story, Coach Kooley highlights the importance of not quitting or giving up on one's dreams. She emphasizes that staying committed and driven is crucial, even when faced with challenges and setbacks. Individuals can overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential by believing in themselves and refusing to settle for less. Have you just been promoted to leadership and don't know what to do? Join coach Kooley as she shares some challenges new leaders face in harnessing their value and some insights on how to navigate the transition into a leadership role. Join the conversation now! Timestamps [02:07] Thought that can significantly impact your progress in your new job [03:17] What happens when cultural, psychological, and social factors negatively impact your new role [05:21] Why it is important not to quit or give up on your dreams [08:41] What causes “Just Happy To Be Here” to shift from gratitude & contentment to an obstacle in your career [11:52] How to break free and embrace your potential when your belief in yourself and self-competence is low [12:06] Techniques to help you overcome self-limiting beliefs [12:22] The challenge faced by all new leaders [15:40] Embracing your value Notable Quotes People with low self-confidence don't have far to fall. So if they fail, the stakes aren't very high. But most people who achieve high-level roles or high leadership have high self-confidence. And it's when you have high a high level of self-confidence that you have further to fall. Confidence is past-focused. Your level of competence comes directly from your portfolio of past experiences that prepare you for the new challenges ahead. If Self-confidence is past-focused, then self-competence is future-focused. As a coach, I subscribe to the philosophy that you can't read the label when you're inside the bottle, so I could attempt to fix the problem myself. Remember that while being grateful for your new job is essential, settling for being content can hinder your growth and potential. Resources If you want to know more about creating intentional pivots, let's connect, and remember to SHARE with your friends! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delekooleycoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dele-downs-kooley Website: https://delekooleycoaching.com/podcast Email: [email protected]