# Super Shadows | When Strengths Limit Growth

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Podcast: [The Skip Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-skip-podcast-5971055)
Published: 2025-03-26T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://theskip.substack.com/p/super-shadows-when-strengths-limit-be0
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## Resource

In this episode, I’m joined by my co-host Carly Malatskey, a former software engineer turned entrepreneur and host of She Leads . We tackle a listener’s career dilemma: feeling stuck and unsure how to adapt to shifting expectations. Using a structured approach, we break down when to make a change, how to advocate for yourself, and how to evolve without losing what makes you successful. Whether you’re navigating subtle shifts or considering a big move, this episode helps you own your superpower—and the shadow that comes with it. – Key topics The unseen influence of Super Shadows Why past success won’t fuel future growth Breaking free from career stagnation The power of self-advocacy How top leaders seek feedback Identifying what actually needs to change Much more – Where to find Carly: LinkedIn She Leads Podcast Twitter/X – Where to find Nikhyl: Twitter/X LinkedIn – Find The Skip: Website Substack YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts – Don't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you’re interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter. You can also email me at nikhyl@skip.community – Timestamps (00:00) How your superpower can stall career growth (01:11) Show format (02:45) Listener question: Navigating a quiet career crisis (06:40) How to break free from feeling stuck at work (11:35) The case for self-advocacy in your career (16:36) Why past success won’t fuel future growth (19:48) Super Shadows: What they are and why they matter (30:46) When it’s time to confront your shadow (37:53) The risks of ignoring your shadow (40:56) How great leaders seek feedback (47:07) Pinpointing what actually needs to change (55:57) A strategy for sustainable career growth (57:04) Why change has to happen o…

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