#287 : Why You’re Feeling Anxious After Your Promotion or Career Change

The Career Change Maker Podcast I Career Change, Career Advancement & Leadership Development

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.

💡 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:

1. Name it to normalise it: acknowledge the emotional hangover rather than internalising it as failure
2. Anchor yourself in small wins: rebuild your confidence brick by brick
3. Schedule intentional recharge time: protect your energy as you adjust to this new season

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