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The Hidden Career Killer for High Performers

The Hidden Career Killer for High Performers

Update: 2025-05-19
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High performers often double down on results—but that mindset alone ultimately leads to  failure. Sustainable leadership requires more than performance. 

In this episode, discover why prioritizing personal and professional growth is not optional—it’s essential for long-term success. The difference between those who thrive and those who plateau comes down to one thing: growth.

Key takeaways:

  • Why delivering results isn’t enough to succeed as a leader in today’s fast-paced world
  • The hidden cost of valuing performance over personal development
  • A mindset shift that sets the stage for exponential impact
  • The three critical components of a growth strategy
  • How to improve in just 90 seconds a day
  • Why specificity is the secret to consistent action and real change

Growth isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about deliberate steps taken consistently. Learn how to shift your focus, unlock new levels of leadership, and ensure you're evolving as fast as the world around you.

Rusty Gaillard is an executive coach, helping mid-level corporate leaders create more career success while working less and enjoying it more. That's real freedom.

Get more leadership tips to grow your skillset and mindset at rustygaillard.com, and follow Rusty on LinkedIn.

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The Hidden Career Killer for High Performers

The Hidden Career Killer for High Performers

Rusty Gaillard