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There are moments on every professional journey when the answer is "no." When you’re met with rejection, closed doors, or silence, whether it’s a job application, a business opportunity, a club, or a community you hope to join, it’s easy for your confidence to take a hit. But your worthiness doesn’t hinge on who opens the door. In episode 75 of The Unlock Lab podcast, I talk about how to keep your confidence strong, even when the world seems determined to tell you "not now."

There are moments on every professional journey when the answer is "no." When you’re met with rejection, closed doors, or silence, whether it’s a job application, a business opportunity, a club, or a community you hope to join, it’s easy for your confidence to take a hit. But your worthiness doesn’t hinge on who opens the door. In episode 75 of The Unlock Lab podcast, I talk about how to keep your confidence strong, even when the world seems determined to tell you "not now."

We all hit moments when our inner critic tries to keep us staying right where we are, especially when we’re standing on the brink of something new, uncertain, or daring. In Episode 30 of The Unlock Lab, I unpacked how this “comfort zone” inner critic tries to keep us from taking that leap, which often ends up blocking our growth, and erodes our confidence.

It's easy to get caught up in career success, chasing titles, deals, and accolades without noticing the toll it takes on our minds and bodies. For Roderick Jefferson, a globally recognized sales enablement leader and keynote speaker, success came with immense pressure, pressures he carried silently until a very near-fatal stroke in 2021 forced him to stop and reconsider everything.

My desire to level-up my life in many areas started at an early age and still hasn’t stopped. I often felt less than and left out because I did not fit any 'standard beauty' image. I wanted to feel unconditionally loved and accepted. I witnessed career paths with self-imposed limitations. I wanted to believe in bigger.  I used to joke and say; “I need to make friends who have awesome vacation homes.” The Truth? I wanted to BE the person with that second home.

Your career journey isn’t just a list of roles or a set of skills, it’s a living story. How you craft and share that story shapes how others perceive you, opens doors to new opportunities, and sets the stage for your next chapter. In episode 73 of The Unlock Lab, I explore what it truly means to take ownership of your brand, evolve your narrative, and prepare for year-end review season with confidence.