79: Being the Dependable One at Work Is Costing You More Than You Think

About this episode

This episode discusses how being seen as the dependable one at work can hinder women's career advancement and recognition.

Being dependable at work feels responsible. It feels safe. And for many high-performing women, it is quietly costing them influence and opportunity. In this episode, I talk about why being known as the reliable one often leads to more work, not more recognition, and why hard work alone is not a strategy. If you are tired of being overlooked despite delivering value, this episode is for you. Join Sharon's online community SEEN. HEARD. PROMOTED. Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn. If there’s...

People in this episode

Host: Sharon Ehrlich

Topics covered

• dependability at work
• women in the workplace
• career advancement
• influence
• recognition
• work-life balance

Keywords

• dependable
• influence
• opportunity
• high-performing women
• recognition
• hard work
• value

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