Bonus Episode: You Got the Promotion – So Why Does It Feel Empty?

In this bonus episode of The Secrets of Learning and Development, we explore a question that many senior professionals carry quietly:
“Is this all there is?”

It’s not about failure or dissatisfaction. It’s about the unsettling moment when success doesn’t feel how you thought it would. The promotion comes through, the goals are met, but something still feels off.

Julia shares a real conversation that sparked this reflection, and together with Valerie, they unpack what happens when external success no longer aligns with internal motivation. They explore why this feeling is more common than you might think, what it could be telling you, and how to start listening to it without tearing everything down.

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning the path you're on, even quietly, this one’s for you.