Are you waiting for your boss to notice your hard work? Frustrated because you've tried speaking up, but nothing seems to change? Or holding off until the perfect moment to ask for what you need?

These are some of the most common career traps that silently sabotage your growth. In this episode, we'll explore these traps. You'll learn how to take charge of your career by asking for what you want, following up, and being proactive in your communication. In this episode you'll discover:

✔️The 5 traps that keep talented professionals from getting ahead.

✔️How we justify falling into these traps.

✔️The assertive mindset hack to escape the traps.

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