Career Confidence

Why Playing It Safe Is The Biggest Career Mistake – And How to Fix It with Kate Dillon


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"Playing it safe is the biggest career mistake—because safe today might be obsolete tomorrow."

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In this episode, I sit down with Kate Dillon, a former lawyer turned entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for bold career moves. Kate shares her journey from corporate law to founding She Lion, a handbag brand designed for career-driven women, and her evolution into the Walk Fearlessly movement. We dive into the power of taking risks, adapting to change, and future-proofing your career in a world shaped by AI and rapid transformation.

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💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why playing it safe could be the biggest mistake in your career
  • How to navigate uncertainty and build resilience in changing industries
  • The skills that will set you apart in the future of work (beyond just AI!)
  • How to embrace failure and turn setbacks into opportunities
  • Why businesses should rethink side hustles as an asset, not a distraction
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    Timestamps:

    00:47 - Kate’s career journey: From law to handbags to speaking
    04:17 - The unexpected lessons from failing the New York bar exam
    19:52 - Why a side hustle makes you a stronger employee
    16:26 - The future of work: Portfolio careers & the gig economy
    24:32 - Hard skills vs. human skills: What matters more in the AI era?
    30:36 - How to shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset
    34:35 - Walking fearlessly: Overcoming fear & taking bold action
    43:19 - The role of confidence & why it’s a byproduct of capability
    50:14 - Kate’s top career advice for anyone feeling stuck
    59:39 - Where to connect with Kate & final thoughts

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