Episode 39

Introverts, Promotions & Workplace Politics—How to Win Without Playing the Game

If you’re tired of being overlooked for promotions, frustrated by DEI rollbacks, or stuck in a role that undervalues you, it’s time for a change. The Career Clarity Formula  helps professionals like you take control, position themselves for growth, and land a role that truly aligns. Apply now → https://www.careerbloomcoaching.com/podcasts/career-clarity-unlocked

 

You work hard, but it feels like no one notices. Promotions pass you by. Loud, extroverted coworkers seem to rise faster. And with layoffs and DEI cuts making career growth even harder, it’s easy to feel stuck.


That’s exactly what happened to Lissa Appiah, a career coach who was passed over for an opportunity—despite being the most qualified person for the job. Instead of staying frustrated, she created a strategy, repositioned herself, and landed FIVE promotions in eight years.


In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, 5x Certified Career Clarity Coach  Theresa White and Lissa break down how introverts, women, and overlooked professionals can:


✔ Get noticed without self-promotion or faking extroversion

✔ Navigate workplace bias & position themselves for leadership

✔ Stand out in a post-DEI workplace without feeling inauthentic

✔ Turn frustration into action & create real career momentum

If you’ve ever felt undervalued, unseen, or stuck in your career, this episode is for you.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔ Why introverts get overlooked for promotions—and how to change that 

✔ Why your work isn’t speaking for itself (and what to do instead)

✔ How to position yourself for leadership—even if you’re quiet

✔ The mindset shift that led Lissa to 5 promotions in 8 years

If you’re tired of being stuck and ready to take action, this conversation will help you navigate career changes with confidence.


Episode Timestamps 

00:00 Introduction to Career Clarity Unlocked


00:53 Challenges Faced by Introverts in the Workplace


04:30 How Lissa Created a Promotion Strategy That Worked


05:55 The Importance of Coaching


09:52 Building a Personal Brand as an Introvert


19:14 Strengths-Based Leadership for Introverts


31:43 Practical Tips for Career Advancement


37:32 Conclusion and Contact Information


 


Need help finding your next career move? Book a free career clarity call with Theresa → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation.


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Strategies for building a career aligned with who you really are.

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Theresa White

Career Clarity Expert, 5x certified career coach, and the only coach who guarantees you career clarity in just 30 days.
Known for my empathetic yet practical approach, I deliver immediate clarity to career goals. Clients consistently call my sessions “epiphanies” and an “answer to questions they’d been asking for years.”