Welcome to Episode 23 of Season 4 of The Mindset Podcast with your host, Coach Sally Allen. In this episode, Sally explores a common and often painful workplace experience: when your growth goes unseen. You’ve evolved, built skills, and achieved results—but leadership still sees you as the person you were five or ten years ago. Sound familiar?

Sally breaks down why this happens, how to advocate for yourself, and what to do when it’s time to decide whether to stay or move on.

Key Highlights

- The “Old Lens” Problem: Understand why some leaders struggle to see the growth of long-term employees, often viewing them through outdated perceptions.

- A Personal Story: Sally shares how her own experience as a parent helped her realize the importance of meeting people where they are today–not where they used to be.

- How to Reintroduce Yourself: Learn how to shift your executive presence by updating the way you communicate, show up in meetings, and represent your current value.

- Track Your Wins: Discover why keeping a record of your achievements (“wins on the board”) is critical to ensuring your progress speaks for itself.

- Advocate or Reevaluate: If your growth continues to go unrecognized, it may be time to assess whether your current environment can support your next level–or if a new chapter is calling.

This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t need to wait for validation to evolve. When others can’t see your progress, it’s your responsibility to shine a light on it–and sometimes, to find a place where it’s valued.

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Stay tuned for the next episode, where Sally explores the fine line between perfectionism and excellence.

Closing Thought:

If you change your mindset, you can change your life.

Advocate for your growth–and never shrink to fit an old version of yourself.