Growth rarely feels good.
In fact, it often feels like rejection, discomfort, or failure. But the truth is: growth starts where comfort ends.
In this episode, we unpack what it means to fail forward, how to lead through storms, and why the people who challenge you are often the ones who help you grow the most.
🎯 We cover:
Why critics are better than cheerleaders
The power of failing on purpose
How to move forward during uncertainty
A powerful career mindset: "Drop back 10 and punt"
How to stay committed when you’re in the middle of your own storm
💬 If you’re in a hard season, this is your reminder: don’t stop here. Invest in yourself — especially now.
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TIME STAMPS
00:00 – You don’t need cheerleaders, you need critics
01:24 – Growth happens in discomfort, not ease
02:50 – “Trying” is delaying — start doing
04:15 – Why I applied knowing I’d fail
05:50 – “Drop back 10 and punt” explained
07:15 – How to grow during a storm
08:43 – This is the time to invest in you
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