Why Hanging Around High Performers Feels Uncomfortable (And Why That’s the Point)
Company of One Podcast

Why does being around high performers feel uncomfortable?

You’re capable. You work hard. You’ve done things right.
Yet the moment you’re in a room with people operating at a higher level, something shifts.

You get quieter.
You feel behind.
You start questioning yourself.

That discomfort isn’t intimidation — it’s a signal.

In this episode of the Company of One Podcast, I explain why hanging around high performers often feels uncomfortable and why that feeling is actually necessary if you want to grow, take ownership, and gain more control over your income and direction.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why comfortable environments keep smart professionals stuck
• The real reason high-performing rooms feel intimidating
• What high performers actually focus on (and what they don’t)
• How discomfort points directly to growth, ownership, and income control
• Why waiting until you “feel ready” keeps you exactly where you are

This isn’t motivation or hustle talk.
It’s about understanding the environments that shape your thinking and your future.

🎧 Listen if you’re a professional who feels stuck, undervalued, or ready to operate at a higher level.

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Dale Callahan, Ph.D.
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