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All of Your Frustrations are Your Fault
And What to do About Them
Nov 3
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Mindset Barriers to Scaling: The Growth Enemy Lies Within
There are a *lot* of companies that scale to a few million in annual recurring revenue and never grow beyond it. Companies that run well, that are…
Oct 20
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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What is Hard Work, Anyway? [From the Archive—Unlocked]
Real hard work, the kind that propels you to the very top, isn't just about long hours or burning the midnight oil.
Sep 1
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Busting Through Class Hurdles
Rising in your career puts you in some interesting spaces. For those who have come from humble beginnings, this piece is for you.
Aug 25
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Unstick Yourself
Here's what I've learned from working with a range of high performers who hit these walls: being stuck isn't about lacking motivation or discipline…
Aug 4
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Playing Big, Fast Games
You want to play big, fast games? Then you’d better be ready to step up and move at a pace most people simply can’t match.
Jul 7
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Thoughts of the Week: June 13, 2025
You're closer than you think
Jun 13
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How to Get a Promotion
Promotions don't go to people who just show up and check boxes. They go to those that stand out in specific ways—the people who make it impossible for…
May 5
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Talent Isn't Your Savior, It's Your Ceiling
Talent is a high-risk gift. The way humans navigate their talent is often setting them up to be mediocre, not exceptional…even when they start off with…
Feb 3
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Navigating the "Success Tax"
When most people think about finally hitting their goals, they often imagine the freedom, the opportunities, etc. But there's another side to success…
Dec 16, 2024
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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6 Trade-Offs That Give You Velocity
Your trajectory isn't accidental—it's the sum of choices you make every single day. Yet most people drift through these decisions unconsciously, letting…
Nov 11, 2024
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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Your Systems Run Your Life
A 3-step Process to Fix Them
Nov 4, 2024
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Dr. Julie Gurner
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