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Ep 148 - When Being Good at Your Job Holds Your Career Back: Breaking the Expert Trap

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Are you the reliable one who always delivers but never seems to get promoted? This episode tackles the frustrating reality many high performers face: excelling in your current role can actually become a barrier to career progression.

We explore why organisations often struggle to see top performers as leadership material and share practical strategies for breaking free from the "expert trap" – whether you choose to make changes internally or seek fresh opportunities elsewhere.

Key points from this episode

  • The hidden trap of becoming "too valuable" in your current role and making everything look effortless
  • Why staying in your lane and seeking external validation can sabotage your career progression
  • How to decide whether to fight for change internally or pursue opportunities elsewhere
  • The power of saying no and building boundaries to shift perceptions
  • Why updating your CV should be your first step, even before you're ready to move

00:00 Introduction: When Excellence Becomes a Career Obstacle

01:00 The Expert Trap: Why Being Indispensable Can Limit Growth

02:00 Common Patterns That Keep You Stuck

04:00 The People-Pleasing and Praise-Seeking Combination

07:00 Can You Change Perceptions Internally?

10:00 Building the "No" Muscle: Setting Boundaries for Career Growth

12:00 Recognising When It's Time for a Fresh Start

15:00 Overcoming Loyalty That Limits Your Progress

16:00 Taking the First Step: Why Your CV Is the Key to Clarity

18:00 Using CV Updates to Create Career Direction

Useful Links

Join The Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders

Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangan/

Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/

Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice

Interested in working with us?

Get in touch about career or leadership development, outplacement workshops or recruitment support via the Catalyst Careers website

Enjoyed this Episode?

If you enjoyed this episode, please take the time to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Mentioned in this episode:

Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

Moving up the career ladder needs an inside edge - strategies that allow you to unlock your full potential and position yourself as a true leadership talent. And that's exactly what the Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders provides. No fluff, no corporate jargon. Just a down to earth, purposeful injection of oomph for your career from Pamela & Jacqui Use the code PODCAST to get your first month for £1 https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalystcareerclub

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Content provided by Pamela Langan & Jacqui Jagger, Pamela Langan, and Jacqui Jagger. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Pamela Langan & Jacqui Jagger, Pamela Langan, and Jacqui Jagger or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Are you the reliable one who always delivers but never seems to get promoted? This episode tackles the frustrating reality many high performers face: excelling in your current role can actually become a barrier to career progression.

We explore why organisations often struggle to see top performers as leadership material and share practical strategies for breaking free from the "expert trap" – whether you choose to make changes internally or seek fresh opportunities elsewhere.

Key points from this episode

  • The hidden trap of becoming "too valuable" in your current role and making everything look effortless
  • Why staying in your lane and seeking external validation can sabotage your career progression
  • How to decide whether to fight for change internally or pursue opportunities elsewhere
  • The power of saying no and building boundaries to shift perceptions
  • Why updating your CV should be your first step, even before you're ready to move

00:00 Introduction: When Excellence Becomes a Career Obstacle

01:00 The Expert Trap: Why Being Indispensable Can Limit Growth

02:00 Common Patterns That Keep You Stuck

04:00 The People-Pleasing and Praise-Seeking Combination

07:00 Can You Change Perceptions Internally?

10:00 Building the "No" Muscle: Setting Boundaries for Career Growth

12:00 Recognising When It's Time for a Fresh Start

15:00 Overcoming Loyalty That Limits Your Progress

16:00 Taking the First Step: Why Your CV Is the Key to Clarity

18:00 Using CV Updates to Create Career Direction

Useful Links

Join The Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders

Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangan/

Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/

Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice

Interested in working with us?

Get in touch about career or leadership development, outplacement workshops or recruitment support via the Catalyst Careers website

Enjoyed this Episode?

If you enjoyed this episode, please take the time to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Mentioned in this episode:

Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

Moving up the career ladder needs an inside edge - strategies that allow you to unlock your full potential and position yourself as a true leadership talent. And that's exactly what the Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders provides. No fluff, no corporate jargon. Just a down to earth, purposeful injection of oomph for your career from Pamela & Jacqui Use the code PODCAST to get your first month for £1 https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalystcareerclub

  continue reading

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