The Problem with ‘Leaning In’: Why Overperforming Won’t Get You More with Diane Rolston (DW305)
What if working harder isn't the answer? In this episode, Diane Rolston talks about the problem with leaning in, and why overperforming won't get you more.
Here are some of the key takeaways:
- Understand why "leaning in" and working harder often leads to burnout rather than recognition or advancement, especially for high-achieving women
- Learn how over-performing creates a cycle where exceptional work becomes the expected standard
- Discover the hidden costs of always saying "yes" and taking on more tasks
- Understand how successful people aren't necessarily the hardest workers
- Learn why men and women look at success differently and how this undermines women’s advancement
- Discover the importance of strategic positioning versus mere hard work
- Hear personal stories about how over-performing led to exploitation rather than advancement in professional environments
- Diane will give you three actionable strategies
- Understand the difference between "leaning in" mindlessly versus leaning in strategically
- Be challenged to evaluate what you're willing to stop doing in order to create space for growth and advancement without burnout
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