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Has your career progression slowed down? In this episode of Do Something Different, we tackle promotion and career advancement - specifically why many high achievers hit a plateau and struggle to reach the next level. Learn why the behaviors that made you successful early in your career may now be holding you back, and how the "A Trap" can limit your growth.

Through practical strategies and real-world examples, discover how to shift from pure execution to true leadership, why focusing solely on deliverables can backfire, and how to demonstrate executive presence without losing your authenticity. Find out why vague feedback like "be more strategic" or "read the room better" is so common - and what to actually do about it.

Perfect for:

• Ambitious professionals seeking their next promotion
• High achievers feeling stuck at their current level
• Leaders who want broader organizational impact
• Anyone transitioning from individual contributor to leadership roles

Key themes:

• The "A Trap" that holds back smart, successful people
• Why relationships matter more than work products at senior levels
• How to be strategic without losing effectiveness
• Breaking free from people-pleasing patterns

Listen to discover why your drive for excellence might be the very thing keeping you from reaching the next level.

Duration: 21 minutes

Rusty Gaillard is an executive coach, helping mid-level corporate leaders create more career success while working less and enjoying it more. That's real freedom.

Get more leadership tips to grow your skillset and mindset at rustygaillard.com, and follow Rusty on LinkedIn.