What would you do if you had the courage to ask for exactly what you wanted, even if the path wasn't clear? Would you take a leap or stay in your comfort zone? In this episode, I'm sharing a pivotal story from my life and diving deep into the power of asking for what you want, even when it feels impossible or out of reach.
I'll take you back to my third-year internship in New York City, where I was faced with a decision that would shape the rest of my career. After a structured internship program ended, I could have returned to finish my degree in Ireland. But the company I was working for was a place I loved, and I knew that if I didn't ask to stay on, the answer would always be no. So, I made a bold ask: Could I continue working part-time while finishing my degree across the ocean?
The response? A life-changing yes. Not only did that ask create an incredible opportunity for me, but it also opened doors that led to a successful career, all because I took that leap.
In today's episode, we explore:
The Power of Asking: How many times do we hold ourselves back, assuming the answer will be no? What if simply asking for what we want could create an entirely new opportunity?
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone: Taking that leap can feel intimidating. How do you shift from hesitation to action and build the courage to make that bold ask?
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: What if you stopped letting imposter syndrome keep you from asking for what you deserve? In this episode, we dive into the discomfort of leaning into vulnerability and changing the story we tell ourselves.
The Mindset Shift That Opens Doors: Success often comes from creating your own opportunities rather than waiting for them to come to you. Learn how shifting your mindset can change everything.
I challenge you to think about how you can apply these insights in your own life. Ask yourself: What's one thing you've been holding back from asking for? What could change if you stepped out of your comfort zone and took that leap?
By the end of this episode, I hope you'll feel inspired to take action and create opportunities for yourself—no matter how bold or unconventional that ask might seem.
Key Topics Covered:
How to stop assuming the answer will be no and start creating opportunities through bold requests
How to shift from hesitation to action and build the courage to ask for what you want
How to challenge the imposter syndrome story that's holding you back from stepping into your greatness
How to shift your mindset from waiting for opportunities to creating them
How to lean into discomfort and see fear as an opportunity for growth
Tune in to this empowering episode and start asking for what you deserve today!
