Are you holding yourself back at work by seeking permission instead of stepping into your power?In this impactful solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O'Brien explores the subtle and not so subtle ways we ask for permission in our professional lives. Sparked by a personal conversation with her cousin, Aoife O'Brien reflects on her own tendency to seek approval, especially in seemingly small situations, and how this pattern may resonate with many listeners. Through honest reflection and practical strategies, she encourages us to identify the moments we hesitate, people-please, or wait for recognition, and to break the cycle by giving ourselves the permission we seek.In This Episode, You’ll Discover:<ul><li>The root causes of why we seek permission, including fear of judgment, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and cultural upbringing.</li><li>How to embrace asking for forgiveness, not always permission, especially for low-stakes decisions.</li><li>The importance of giving yourself permission and take control of your career journey, no one is coming to grant it for you.</li></ul> Related Topics Covered:Psychological Safety, Personal Responsibility, Imposter Syndrome&nbsp;Connect with Aoife O’Brien | Host of Happier at Work®:<ul><li><a href="https://happieratwork.ie/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@HappierAtWorkHQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube&nbsp;</a></li></ul> Related Episodes You’ll Love:<a href="https://happieratwork.ie/219-how-to-encourage-women-leaders-to-speak-up-with-carla-miller/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 219: How to Encourage Women Leaders to Speak Up with Carla Miller</a><a href="https://happieratwork.ie/223-imposter-syndrome-the-invisible-barrier-to-workplace-success/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 223: Imposter Syndrome: The Invisible Barrier to Career Success</a>About Happier at Work®Happier at Work® is the podcast for business leaders who want to create meaningful, human-centric workplaces. Hosted by Aoife O’Brien, the show explores leadership, career clarity, imposter syndrome, workplace culture, and employee engagement — helping you and your team thrive.If you enjoy podcasts like WorkLife with Adam Grant, The Happiness Lab, or Squiggly Careers, you’ll love Happier at Work®.Website: https://happieratwork.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappierAtWorkHQ Mentioned in this episode:Thriving Talent Book<a href="https://happier-at-work.captivate.fm/thrivingtalent">Book</a>

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