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Ep. 193 - Why Smart People Lose Control at Work (And What It Reveals About All of Us)

Rhiannon Bush Season 1 Episode 193

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Have you ever noticed how quickly things can shift at work? One minute someone is calm and confident… the next they’re micromanaging, over-explaining, shutting down, or questioning everything. If you’ve ever felt confused by that, or caught yourself doing it too, this episode will help it all make sense.

In this conversation, you’ll learn how control, ego, and significance quietly drive the way people behave under pressure. When someone feels like they’re losing control, their behaviour changes - and each personality type reacts differently.

You’ll start to recognise the patterns: the leader who suddenly pushes harder, the people-pleaser who tries to win everyone back, the quiet team player who withdraws, or the over-thinker who spirals into analysis.

But here’s the powerful shift: it’s rarely about competence. It’s about significance.

When you understand what’s really happening underneath these reactions, you stop shrinking, stop second-guessing, and start navigating workplace dynamics with far more clarity and confidence.

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