Chief Change Officer

#237 Stuck in Career Purgatory? Darcy Eikenberg on Turning Work Woes into Wins


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If you’ve ever fantasized about quitting in a blaze of glory—or just quietly disappearing—this episode is for you. Career coach and author Darcy Eikenberg believes there’s a better way. In Red Cape Rescue: Save Your Career Without Leaving Your Job, she shares why leaving isn’t always the answer and how to unlock the hidden opportunities right where you are. Tune in to discover the career-saving superpowers you didn’t know you had.

Key Highlights of Our Interview:

Feeling in Control – How Red Cape Revolution Inspires 

“Red Cape Revolution isn’t about superhero costumes; it’s about bringing that sense of confidence, where your shoulders are back, and you’re ready to face the world, into the workplace. With Red Cape Rescue, you can turn those career speed bumps into moments of self-rescue, without waiting on anyone else for change.”

Crafting a Fear Strategy for Modern Life

“We all have that primitive part of our brain—the same one that saved our ancestors from tigers. It kicks in when we see an email from our boss, triggering fear even when there’s no real threat. I call it the ‘lizard brain,’ but we can override it by tapping into our ‘heroic brain’ to control our responses.”

“Our fear responses are overused in today’s world, making us pull back and hide. Instead, I encourage people to forge a fear strategy: decide ahead of time how to respond when fear hits. Ask yourself, ‘What’s in my control here?’ and choose a different thought to keep fear from taking the wheel.”

Can’t See the Label from Inside the Jar? Here’s a Trick

“We’re all stuck in our own jars, so I recommend stepping back by recording yourself venting about a situation. Play it back, pull out the facts, and let go of the stories your brain adds. It’s like listening to a friend’s dilemma—it’s amazing what we hear from the outside.”

Self-Awareness: The Key to Unlocking Clarity

“True clarity comes from self-awareness. If something bothers you, take a deeper look: What personal value feels violated? Self-reflection is vital because the same situation might impact you differently than others, all depending on how you’re wired.”

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Host: Vince Chan | Guests: Darcy Eikenberg

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--Chief Change Officer--
Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.

Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence
for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,
Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.

EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist.
20 Million+ All-Time Downloads.
80+ Countries Reached Daily.
Global Top 1% Podcast.
Top 5 US Business.
Top 1 US Careers.

>>>180,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<

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