July 3, 2025
Episode 287: Why You’re Feeling Anxious after Your Career Change or promotion
In this episode
Are you a high-achieving woman who’s recently been promoted or made a career change… but instead of feeling excited, you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed?
In this episode, I explore why this emotional hangover happens after a promotion or big career move. I share personal stories from my journey qualifying as a lawyer and transitioning into my business, plus practical steps to help you navigate this season with confidence and self-compassion.
Summary
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or deflated after a promotion or career change
- The hidden micro-grief that comes with leaving a familiar role or environment behind
- How to adjust to your new leadership level with more ease and confidence
- Three practical steps to manage the emotional hangover and build momentum in your new role
✅ Action Steps:
- Name it to normalise it: acknowledge the emotional hangover rather than internalising it as failure
- Anchor yourself in small wins: rebuild your confidence brick by brick
- Schedule intentional recharge time: protect your energy as you adjust to this new season
Episode notes
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