Episode
Growth Doesn’t Always Come on Your Terms
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- In The Know with Tony Reeves
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- Mar 7, 2026
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- 349
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Summary
In this episode, I reflect on a lesson many of us learn the hard way: growth rarely happens the way we expect. Early in my career, I found myself frustrated when a professional opportunity didn’t unfold the way I wanted. I thought I had lost something important. But over time, I realized that the change actually positioned me to develop new skills and gain experiences that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. Sometimes we spend so much time protecting a good situation that we resist the very opportunities that can help us grow. This episode explores the mindset shift required when life presents opportunities that don’t align with our plans — and how those moments can ultimately shape our future in powerful ways. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support .