Success phobia: Why landing my dream job triggered a crippling fear of the next level
Success phobia is the silent saboteur that turns a dream job into a nightmare. While landing a sought-after position should be the pinnacle of achievement, for some, that triumph quickly curdles into a crippling anxiety. This intense, often unconscious fear of the new, daunting expectations and responsibilities triggers a paradoxical shift known as post-hire disengagement. The individual who…







