Psychology at Work | Career Success, Leadership, Communication Skills 63. Stop Waiting to Be Noticed at Work: How Karolina Advocated for a Promotion, Gained Executive-Level Visibility, & Generated Job Opportunities
Sep 9, 2025
Karolina, a self-described 'data ninja,' shares her inspiring journey from self-doubt to executive visibility. She discusses overcoming fear of rejection to confidently advocate for her promotion. Discover her strategies for emotional management and how she transformed her approach to networking. With a simple framework for combating negative thoughts, she reveals the power of self-advocacy in gaining respect and job opportunities. This conversation is packed with tips for anyone looking to break free from career stagnation!
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Blank Email That Sparked Change
- Karolina froze for 20 minutes staring at a blank email because she feared rejection.
- That moment made her realize she was standing in her own way and needed change.
You Must Advocate For Your Work
- Karolina realized expecting others to notice her work would not advance her.
- She concluded that if she didn't advocate for herself, no one else would.
Choose Practical, Live Support
- Seek practical tools and live coaching to build resilience and communication skills.
- Use frameworks and Q&A sessions to apply lessons to real workplace situations.
