Building a career isn’t just about the work you do—it’s about the people you meet, the way you show up, and the confidence you bring to the table. In this episode, I sit down with Caitlin Dodd, Director of Specialty Haircare Brands at Church & Dwight, to unpack what it really takes to grow in your early career. We talk about the art of networking (and why your reputation follows you everywhere), how to advocate for yourself without guilt, and the lessons Caitlin learned from taking the staircase instead of the elevator. Together, we dig into career pivots, learning from failure, and finding the job you actually love. If you’re navigating your first few years in corporate life—or just want to feel more in control at work—this episode will give you the strategies, stories, and mindset shifts to help you climb with confidence.