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Podcast Show Notes – Episode 210 | 01.07.2025
Episode Title: Passed Over for Promotion
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes shares personal experiences of being passed over for a promotion, delving into the challenges of dealing with a new, incompetent manager. He emphasizes the importance of patience and self-improvement when faced with career setbacks. Sean explores strategies for navigating difficult workplace dynamics and encourages listeners to focus on personal growth and development. The episode underscores the value of choosing one's path with intention, highlighting how resilience and self-awareness can lead to long-term success in both personal and professional spheres.
Key Moments
0:00 – Introduction to the episode
0:30 – Being passed over for a promotion and personal experiences
1:34 – Dealing with a new, incompetent manager
3:04 – Patience, self-improvement, and choosing your path
Key Takeaways
Patience and self-improvement are crucial when dealing with workplace frustrations.
Supporting your peers and maintaining high-quality work can set you apart for future opportunities.
Choosing optimism and focusing on personal growth can lead to better outcomes in challenging situations.
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Episode Title: Passed Over for Promotion
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes shares personal experiences of being passed over for a promotion, delving into the challenges of dealing with a new, incompetent manager. He emphasizes the importance of patience and self-improvement when faced with career setbacks. Sean explores strategies for navigating difficult workplace dynamics and encourages listeners to focus on personal growth and development. The episode underscores the value of choosing one's path with intention, highlighting how resilience and self-awareness can lead to long-term success in both personal and professional spheres.
Key Moments
0:00 – Introduction to the episode
0:30 – Being passed over for a promotion and personal experiences
1:34 – Dealing with a new, incompetent manager
3:04 – Patience, self-improvement, and choosing your path
Key Takeaways
Patience and self-improvement are crucial when dealing with workplace frustrations.
Supporting your peers and maintaining high-quality work can set you apart for future opportunities.
Choosing optimism and focusing on personal growth can lead to better outcomes in challenging situations.
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
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