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How Can I Move Forward When My Company Won’t Promote Me?

Mar 30, 2026

Summary

Executive coach Muriel Wilkins guides Erica, a healthcare leader stalled in her C-suite ambitions, through her career dilemma. Erica struggles with leaving her comfortable, long-term role for an external opportunity that requires temporary relocation. Through coaching, she shifts from guilt and over-analysis to prioritizing her happiness, learning to make incremental decisions rather than fearing future uncertainties.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Everand and Lincoln Tech Introduction: Erica's career plateau in healthcare The dilemma: Stagnation vs. fear of leaving comfort Coaching session: Identifying loyalty and comfort as barriers Sponsor: Alma therapy services Analysis: Reframing discomfort as growth Overcoming guilt: Prioritizing personal happiness Action plan: Setting timelines and managing uncertainty Sponsors: Cozy Earth and NetSuite Conclusion: Alignment, accountability, and next steps
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