For the Gen Xer, the Millennial, the Baby Boomer, and Everyone Else Stuck in the Promotion Gap
Feeling overlooked at work?
Maybe you’ve played by the rules, stayed loyal, and watched others leapfrog ahead. In this episode, Ben Walters unpacks why so many professionals—especially Gen X—are being passed over for promotions and what to do about it.
Learn how to:
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Assess your true standing in your company
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Make your ambitions known (without burning bridges)
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Recognize when it’s time to move on
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Position yourself like a free agent in the job market
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Prepare for entrepreneurship as the ultimate option
Links
Website: http://www.superpumped.com
Business launch readiness assessment: https://launchreadyassessment.scoreapp.com
Book a complimentary 30-minute exploratory call: https://calendly.com/ben-superpumped/30min
Socials and Such
Spotify for Creators: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/superpumped/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@superpumpedlife
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superpumped1
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superpumped8
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-walters-165168365/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ben.walters.77770
Chapters
00:00 – Are you being overlooked at work?
01:01 – Welcome to SuperPumped Business
01:04 – The Gen X dilemma: passed over for leadership
03:00 – NFL coaching as a case study
05:00 – Two choices: stay forgotten or step up
08:02 – Three possible career paths
09:00 – Declaring your ambition at work
13:12 – Recognizing when it’s time to move on
15:18 – Think like a free agent
16:27 – Promote your skills and value
18:37 – Entrepreneurship: the third option
19:23 – Final encouragement: seize the day
Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical, mental health, financial, legal, or professional advice. Guest opinions are their own. Always consult with a qualified professional before making medical, health, business, investment, legal, or personal decisions.
