12. The Cost of NOT asking for Help. (Part 2/3)

Episode Summary

We all do it. Say yes to every meeting, every task, every request, until there’s no room left for ourselves. In the second episode of our 3-part series on asking for help, we’re talking about the real cost of trying to do it all alone.

From bottlenecking your team’s potential to silently stalling your company’s growth, this episode dives deep into how high-achievers sabotage themselves by refusing to ask for support. We explore the impact on your time, energy, and leadership and share what real leadership looks like when you choose vulnerability over perfection.

You’ll hear personal stories, powerful studies, and practical tools to shift the narrative and stop leaving opportunities on the table.

💡 What You’ll Learn

Why refusing to ask for help isn’t dedication, it’s self-sabotage
The difference between good leaders and great ones
How psychological safety drives innovation
The hidden financial and emotional costs of being “the fixer”
Tools to ask for help strategically (without guilt or fear)

🔧 Try This (from today’s episode):

The 10-Minute Rule: When you’re stuck, give yourself 10 minutes. Then ask.
The Magic Phrase: “You’re better at this than I am—can you take the lead?”

🔗 Links & Resources

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🎯 Book a free Curiosity Call if you're ready for strategic support (2 spots open for Spring coaching)

📌 Don’t Miss…

This is Part 2 of a 3-part series:

Why High-Achievers Struggle to Ask for Help
This Episode: The Real Cost of Never Asking for Help
Coming Soon: How to Ask for Help the Right Way (Finale of the Season)