What’s Your Possible?

Most people hate their jobs but don't know how to make a career change. Career Stagnation and loyalty can quietly creep in when we stay in roles or organizations that no longer align with our growth and potential. In this episode of What's Your Possible?, host Margaret Spence unpacks "The Quiet Cost of Loyalty: When Staying Too Long Holds You Back." While loyalty is often seen as a virtue, it can sometimes lead to missed opportunities, unfulfilled potential, and professional stagnation.
What is Career Stagnation for Women?1. Career stagnation is feeling stuck, unchallenged, and unfulfilled in your work.2. For women, it often stems from systemic barriers and missed opportunities for advancement.3. Breaking free is essential to reclaim growth, confidence, and recognition.
For Black Women, Career Stagnation Means: Breaking free from career stagnation is imperative to overcoming systemic inequities, amplifying your voice, and achieving the leadership representation you deserve.
Margaret challenges you to reflect on your current career with powerful questions:
1. What would you do if you weren’t afraid to start over?2. Are you staying because it’s safe or because it’s where you’re meant to grow?3. What’s the cost of staying where you are for another year?
This episode is your guide to recognizing when it’s time to pivot, overcoming the fear of change, and building a clear strategy to unlock your next opportunity. Tune in for actionable steps and reflections that will help you reclaim your career growth.
🎙️ Ready to escape stagnation and embrace growth? Hit play and start unlocking your possible today.
 
CHAPTERS:
Learn essential questions to ask yourself about your career, such as what you’d do if fear were not a factor and how you can unlock new opportunities.
0:00 - Understanding the Cost of Loyalty
5:33 - Welcome to the Discussion
12:37 - Recognizing Job Dissatisfaction
14:19 - Identifying Signs of Complacency
21:51 - Assessing Your Value at Work
25:15 - Overcoming Fear to Move On
28:20 - Evaluating Bold Questions
28:54 - Exploring Your Fears
30:22 - Are You in a Growth Zone?
31:28 - Discovering Hidden Opportunities
32:52 - Believing You Deserve More
34:10 - Calculating the Cost of Staying
35:01 - Developing a Transition Plan
36:22 - Defining What You Truly Want
38:52 - Wrapping Up Key Insights
 
About Margaret Spence: 
Margaret Spence is a visionary leader, chief possibility architect, and founder of The Inclusion Learning Lab, dedicated to empowering women to redefine their careers and leadership potential. With over 25 years of experience as a consultant, speaker, and author of Leadership Self-Transformation, she has championed workplace inclusivity and inspired women to find their voice. Margaret's mission is to help women, especially Black women, unlock their "possible" and thrive without seeking permission. Through her bold insights and actionable strategies, she challenges the status quo and inspires transformative growth. As the host of the What's Your Possible? Podcast, she is guiding women to step boldly into the futures they deserve. To learn more about Margaret Spence, visit - www.inclusionlearninglab.com
 
Connect and Discover:
What's Your Possible 2025? Leadership Development for Women
Learning Platform: https://bit.ly/LMS-InclusionLearningLab 
 
Website:
Inclusion Learning Lab
https://bit.ly/InclusionLLabWebsite 
 
Books:
Leadership Self-Transformation on Amazon
https://amzn.to/423WH1p 
 
Follow Me On:
LinkedIn Personal: https://bit.ly/LinkedInMargaretSpence 
LinkedIn Company Page: https://bit.ly/LinkedInCompanyInclusionLL 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsYourPossible 
 
Music: Dancing Together (feat. Sharon Jones) [2023 Remaster] Open Commons (Canva)
 

Forgiveness: Who do you need to forgive at work?
In this episode of What's Your Possible, host Margaret Spence tackles the critical yet often overlooked topic of forgiveness in the workplace. Margaret emphasizes that unresolved resentment and anger can hinder personal and professional potential. She explores the complexities of workplace relationships and the importance of forgiving others and oneself to unlock future opportunities.
The episode outlines six steps to practice forgiveness at work, encourages setting boundaries, and highlights the distinction between forgiveness as a tool rather than a crutch. Listeners are encouraged to share their stories of forgiveness and reflect on how letting go of past grievances can open doors to new possibilities.
Share your stories of forgiveness at work using the hashtag #ForgivenessAtWork on LinkedIn. 
Listen for insights on: 
1. Forgiveness at Work2. Empathy at Work3. Ending Resentment at Work4. Change Manangement 5. Allowing Vulnerability at Work
About Margaret Spence: 
Margaret Spence is a visionary leader, chief possibility architect, and founder of The Inclusion Learning Lab, dedicated to empowering women to redefine their careers and leadership potential. With over 25 years of experience as a consultant, speaker, and author of Leadership Self-Transformation, she has championed workplace inclusivity and inspired women to find their voice. Margaret's mission is to help women, especially Black women, unlock their "possible" and thrive without seeking permission. Through her bold insights and actionable strategies, she challenges the status quo and inspires transformative growth. As the host of the What's Your Possible? Podcast, she is guiding women to step boldly into the futures they deserve.
 
Top Quotes 
1. "Forgiveness is a choice to approach things differently moving forward." 2. "If you cannot forgive, you can never see what's possible for you in that environment."3. "Finding strength in vulnerability allows you to forgive. It shows courage and resilience." 4. "Forgiveness doesn't mean tolerating harm. It means freeing yourself from the weights of the past."5. "Forgiveness allows you to imagine what's beyond the bridge you're building."
 
TimeLine:
00:00 Introduction: Forgiveness at Work
00:31 The Impact of Unresolved Resentment
02:32 Understanding Forgiveness at Work
05:27 Personal Examples and Reflections
19:35 The Importance of Self-Forgiveness
21:57 Forgiveness as a Tool for Black Women
25:01 Six Tenets of Forgiveness at Work
37:45 Practical Steps to Practicing Forgiveness
46:07 Conclusion and Call to Action
Connect, Discover, & Resources:
What's Your Possible 2025? Leadership Development for Women
Learning Platform: https://bit.ly/LMS-InclusionLearningLab 
 
Website:
Inclusion Learning Lab
https://bit.ly/InclusionLLabWebsite 
 
Books:
Leadership Self-Transformation on Amazon
https://amzn.to/423WH1p 
 
Follow Me On:
LinkedIn Personal: https://bit.ly/LinkedInMargaretSpence 
LinkedIn Company Page: https://bit.ly/LinkedInCompanyInclusionLL 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsYourPossible 
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Music: Dancing Together (feat. Sharon Jones) [2023 Remaster] Open Commons (Canva)

What's Your Possible 2025? 
Ready to unlock your full potential in 2025? Discover the 5 essential steps to redefine what's possible for your future and break free from limitations.
In a world where standing still means getting left behind, host Margaret Spence, author of Leadership Self-Transformation, challenges you to pivot boldly, redefine your goals, and take charge of your future.
This isn't business as usual—this is a wake-up call.
In this inaugural episode of "What's Your Possible," Margaret Spence embarks on a transformative journey centered around the concept of personal possibility. She discusses the importance of defining one's potential and taking bold actions to reshape careers and lives.
The episode emphasizes that true empowerment comes from recognizing and claiming one's possibilities rather than waiting for external validation or opportunities. Spence invites listeners to reflect on their aspirations, navigate hindrances, and actively engage in their growth. The episode introduces the challenges posed by AI and societal barriers, urging individuals to embrace their potential and redefine their futures with clarity and confidence.
About Margaret Spence: 
Margaret Spence is a visionary leader, Chief Possibility Architect, and Founder of - The Inclusion Learning Lab, dedicated to empowering women to redefine their careers and leadership potential. With over 25 years of experience as a consultant, speaker, and author of Leadership Self-Transformation, she has championed workplace inclusivity and inspired women to find their voice. Margaret's mission is to help women, especially Black women, unlock their "possible" and thrive without seeking permission. Through her bold insights and actionable strategies, she challenges the status quo and inspires transformative growth. As the host of the What's Your Possible? Podcast, she is guiding women to step boldly into the futures they deserve.
 
Takeaways:
Define success on your own terms
Break free from self-imposed limitations
Build confidence in your unique abilities
Take bold action toward your goals
Sound Bites and Quotes:
"We will see, we will own, we will define what's possible because no one gets to dictate our future when we can see it for ourselves."
"Your possible starts now."
"It's time to stop hoping for a space at the table and start building our own tables."
"You have to take the bold steps to make it real."
Connect and Discover:
What's Your Possible 2025? Leadership Development for Women
Learning Platform: https://bit.ly/LMS-InclusionLearningLab 
 
Website:
Inclusion Learning Lab
https://bit.ly/InclusionLLabWebsite 
 
Books:
Leadership Self-Transformation on Amazon
https://amzn.to/423WH1p 
 
Follow Me On:
LinkedIn Personal: https://bit.ly/LinkedInMargaretSpence 
LinkedIn Company Page: https://bit.ly/LinkedInCompanyInclusionLL 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsYourPossible 
 
Music: Dancing Together (feat. Sharon Jones) [2023 Remaster] Open Commons (Canva)
 
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Are you ready to stop living in "What is" and start exploring "What's possible?" Subscribe now to join a community of women who are done playing small and ready to step boldly into their purpose. Your potential is yours to own—let's unleash it together.
Join host Margaret Spence, author of Leadership Self-transformation, in this groundbreaking podcast, "What's Your Possible?" A champion for women's leadership, especially Black women, Margaret reveals how to take control of your career destiny and unlock your full potential.
This show isn't just another career podcast - it's your weekly guide to shattering glass ceilings and redefining what leadership looks like. Learn why waiting for organizations to empower you is holding you back, and discover how to embrace your own power, set ambitious goals, and transform your career on your terms.
Discover the career secret that's holding women back from their true potential - it's time to stop waiting for others to recognize your worth. 🔓
Subscribe now to start creating a career—and life—that reflects your true potential. Together, we’ll explore What’s Your Possible?
 
About Margaret Spence: 
Margaret Spence is a visionary leader, Chief Possibility Architect, and Founder - Inclusion Learning Lab, dedicated to empowering women to redefine their careers and leadership potential. With over 25 years of experience as a consultant, speaker, and author of Leadership Self-Transformation, she has championed inclusivity in workplaces and inspired women to find their voice. Margaret’s mission is to help women, especially Black women, unlock their "possible" and thrive without seeking permission. Through her bold insights and actionable strategies, she challenges the status quo and inspires transformative growth. As the host of the What’s Your Possible? Podcast, she is guiding women to step boldly into the futures they deserve. Join What's Your Possible 2025? Career Visioning Challenge - https://bit.ly/WhatsYourPossible2025
 
Connect and Discover:
What's Your Possible 2025? Leadership Development for Women
Learning Platform: https://bit.ly/LMS-InclusionLearningLab 
 
Website:
Inclusion Learning Lab
https://bit.ly/InclusionLLabWebsite 
 
Books:
Leadership Self-Transformation on Amazon
https://amzn.to/423WH1p 
 
Follow Me On:
LinkedIn Personal: https://bit.ly/LinkedInMargaretSpence 
LinkedIn Company Page: https://bit.ly/LinkedInCompanyInclusionLL 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsYourPossible 
 
Music: Dancing Together (feat. Sharon Jones) [2023 Remaster] Open Commons (Canva)
 
#Empowering Women's Careers