Original Air Date: 9/15/25

Is loyalty in the workplace outdated, or does it still hold weight?

Some people say: “Stay loyal, loyalty gets rewarded.”

Others argue: “Keep moving if you want growth.”

So, which one is right? And more importantly, what does loyalty actually cost you?

In this episode of This Wasn’t My Plan, I’m breaking down both the rewards and the risks of loyalty. From credibility and resilience to pay gaps and complacency, I’ll share stories from clients and my own career that reveal the messy reality of staying put versus moving on.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

Why loyalty can build resilience and credibility, but still hold you back.

The financial risk of assuming loyalty gets rewarded (and why external hires often make more).

How complacency sneaks in when “comfort” replaces growth.

Why job movement can expand your creativity and authority.

Four self-check questions to keep loyalty a choice, not a trap.

Loyalty isn’t dead. But blind loyalty? That’s dangerous. This episode will help you rethink how you measure loyalty—and whether it’s fueling or stalling your growth.

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