The Skip Podcast

Super Shadows | When Strengths Limit Growth


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In this episode, I’m joined by my co-host Carly Malatskey, a former software engineer turned entrepreneur and host of She Leads. We tackle a listener’s career dilemma: feeling stuck and unsure how to adapt to shifting expectations. Using a structured approach, we break down when to make a change, how to advocate for yourself, and how to evolve without losing what makes you successful. Whether you’re navigating subtle shifts or considering a big move, this episode helps you own your superpower—and the shadow that comes with it.

Key topics

  • The unseen influence of Super Shadows
  • Why past success won’t fuel future growth
  • Breaking free from career stagnation
  • The power of self-advocacy
  • How top leaders seek feedback
  • Identifying what actually needs to change
  • Much more

Where to find Carly:

  • LinkedIn
  • She Leads Podcast
  • Twitter/X

Where to find Nikhyl:

  • Twitter/X
  • LinkedIn

Find The Skip:

  • Website
  • Substack
  • YouTube
  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts

Don't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you’re interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter. You can also email me at [email protected]

Timestamps

(00:00) How your superpower can stall career growth

(01:11) Show format

(02:45) Listener question: Navigating a quiet career crisis

(06:40) How to break free from feeling stuck at work

(11:35) The case for self-advocacy in your career

(16:36) Why past success won’t fuel future growth

(19:48) Super Shadows: What they are and why they matter

(30:46) When it’s time to confront your shadow

(37:53) The risks of ignoring your shadow

(40:56) How great leaders seek feedback

(47:07) Pinpointing what actually needs to change

(55:57) A strategy for sustainable career growth

(57:04) Why change has to happen on the job

(58:19) A real-world example from Nikhyl’s offsite

(61:28) Key takeaways and final thoughts



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