But behind the business attire and confident façade was a harsh reality: a fear of rejection that kept me second-guessing, staying quiet, shying away from more responsibility, people-pleasing, and missing out on opportunities I knew I wanted. Sound familiar?

For years, I avoided rocking the boat, held back in meetings, and lived for external validation. The result? I was invisible in rooms where I should’ve been leading, stuck on a path that didn’t feel like mine, and missing out on the roles, relationships, and rewards I worked so hard for.

Then, I decided to rewrite the script. I dived into resilience training, studied neuroscience, psychology, ancient philosophy, and anything that could help me (and others like me) reject the fear of, well, rejection. That journey led me to the U.S. Army Resilience program, where I got certified to teach soldiers and leaders how to face judgment, stress, and adversity head-on. It led me on a path of continuous testing and personal experimentation—at work, in ultra running, and in combat sports. And eventually, I created True Progress Lab to bring those same principles to leaders who are ready to step up.

Today, I help driven professionals break free from the fear of others’ opinions so they can focus on what really matters: landing their dream roles, attracting clients who get their value, and finally earning what they deserve. When you ditch the need for constant approval, you’re not just resilient—you’re unstoppable.

So, next time you’re hesitating on a big move, ask yourself this: would you rather be judged for taking a shot or ignored on the sidelines?

If you’re ready to step up and stop letting fear call the shots, let’s connect.