Moonshot Mentor with Laverne McKinnon Is It Time For A New Career? 🤨😩🤔
Jul 21, 2025
Delve into the complexities of career choices and the tension between job security and new opportunities. Explore the sunk cost fallacy and how it impacts decision-making. The discussion encourages listeners to align their career paths with personal values and intuition, offering insights for navigating pivotal life changes. Get ready to rethink your journey and tap into the inner guidance you might have overlooked!
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Understanding Sunk Cost Fallacy
- The sunk cost fallacy traps people into staying in careers due to prior investments rather than current benefits.
- This fallacy affects decisions by skewing perception about when to stay or pivot professionally.
Alicia's Career and Family Balance
- Alicia worked up career ranks for 12 years but felt restless and unsure due to evolving values after marrying and planning a family.
- She balanced career ambitions with family needs, ultimately finding fulfillment through adjusting responsibilities and work-life harmony.
Decision Steps for Career Change
- Examine your current values to clarify what's most important before deciding to stay or pivot in your career.
- Challenge limiting beliefs with data and listen to your intuition for guidance beyond fear-based instincts.