In episode 99, we’re talking about what happens when you’re the one holding everything together, but no one sees it.
Whether you’re the go-to person on your team, the emotional glue in your family, or the one who fixes every problem before it’s noticed, this episode explores how invisible over-functioning can lead to burnout, resentment, and missed opportunities for growth.
I share client stories and coaching insights about what happens when doing “everything” doesn’t lead to recognition, and how to start resetting expectations, boundaries, and visibility so your effort actually moves you forward.
In this episode, I cover:
Why invisible over-functioning hurts your visibility and your career
How to clarify your role so you can stop doing work that no one sees
The cost of being the “go-to” person for everything—and how to break that loop
How boundaries (or “guidelines”) create room for leadership and strategic work
A client example of creating a visibility plan that led to a promotion
Key Takeaways:
Recognition requires visibility, not just hard work
Over-functioning isn’t leadership—it’s unsustainable
Boundaries protect your energy and your reputation
Visibility conversations lead to advancement opportunities
You don’t have to burn it all down to make a change, just start with one small reset
Chapters:
00:46 Invisible Over-Functioning Hurts Career Visibility
04:11 Clarifying Roles to Prevent Burnout
06:50 Extra Work Erodes Boundaries and Sustainability
10:53 Redefining Boundaries to Lead Strategically
18:01 Visibility Plan Leads to Promotion
18:42 Resetting Scope Through Small, Concrete Steps
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