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

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 changeThe hidden micro-grief that comes with leaving a familiar role or environment behindHow to adjust to your new leadership level with more ease and confidenceThree practical steps to manage the emotional hangover and build momentum in your new role ✅ Action Steps:Name it to normalise it: acknowledge the emotional hangover rather than internalising it as failureAnchor yourself in small wins: rebuild your confidence brick by brickSchedule intentional recharge time: protect your energy as you adjust to this new season 💡 Resources: 🔗 Exclusive Summer Intensive VIP Coaching – Ready to elevate your visibility and position yourself as a leader? This half-day private coaching intensive will help you clarify your unique leadership brand, identify visibility opportunities and build your influence - to learn more email janine@careerchangemakers.com 🔗 1:1 Coaching with Janine – Ready for ongoing personalised support to navigate your career and leadership journey with confidence and clarity? Learn more about working together: janineesbrand.com/coaching 📰 Subscribe to Career Navigator – Get weekly career and leadership development insights direct to your inbox: janinesbrand.substack.com 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate & review the show so you never miss an episode. Send us a text