The Crappy Childhood Fairy Podcast with Anna Runkle It Took Me 25+ Years To Learn What I'm About To Tell You In 26 Minutes
4 snips
Jun 4, 2025 The speaker shares their journey through job struggles influenced by past trauma. They reflect on feelings of neglect in a decade-long office role, realizing their self-worth. The discussion emphasizes breaking free from toxic work environments and advocating for personal fulfillment. Anecdotes highlight the impact of trauma on professional life and the journey toward healing. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize growth, build supportive relationships, and view employers as clients to redefine workplace satisfaction.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Decade of Workplace Exclusion
- Anna Runkle shared her decade-long struggle in an office job where she was overlooked and excluded.
- Despite her achievements, she faced exclusion, resentment, and was passed over for promotions repeatedly.
Bold Comeback with Double Pay
- After a short stint at a higher-paid dot-com job, Anna asked for her old job back with conditions.
- She returned as a consultant, demanding double her previous pay, which was unexpectedly accepted by her boss.
Adopt a Consultant Mindset
- Think like a consultant by treating your boss as a client to solve their problems.
- Make your boss successful by making their life easier to gain recognition and advancement.
