315: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner

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This episode is personal, and it’s tactical. 

For my birthday this year, I’m sharing the 10 lessons I wish someone had handed me when I was starting out. These are the truths I had to learn the hard way: through friction, burnout, and wasted time trying to prove my value instead of designing for it. 

If you've ever spent more time defending your role than doing your job, this one's for you. 

What You’ll Learn: 

• Why “on time, on scope, on budget” is a trap 
• How to lead without waiting for permission 
• The real reason no one sees the value you’re adding 
• What friction in your process is actually costing you 
• How to build a system that speaks for itself 

👉 Press play to hear the 10 lessons that will save you years of frustration and show you how to lead with clarity, credibility, and momentum. 

P.S. It’s my birthday week, and I’m celebrating with something special just for you. 🎉 The full reveal drops publicly on my birthday—Thursday, July 10th—but newsletter subscribers get early access on Wednesday, July 9th. This exclusive offer will be available 24 hours before the release date, and quantities are limited, so be sure to subscribe and watch your inbox closely! 🎁

P.P.S. If you’ve already bought any version of The IMPACT Engine book previously, don’t forget to sign up for our Book Club. The IMPACT Insiders Book Club is so much more than reading a book — it's a movement. Join us for live calls, deep conversations, and a behind-the-scenes look at how to create real change with The IMPACT Engine. It’s completely free — grab your seat now and don’t miss what’s next. 

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Warmly,

Laura Barnard

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