Breaking Free: Taking Ownership of Your Career Path with Limor Bergman
Many professionals feel trapped in their careers, held back by financial security, fear of change, or self-imposed limitations. But growth and opportunity are always possible—with the right mindset and strategy. In this episode, we explore how to break free from career stagnation and take intentional steps toward professional fulfillment.
Our guest, Limor Bergman, is an executive coach specializing in leadership development for women in engineering and tech. With a career spanning software development, engineering leadership, and now coaching, Limor shares how she transitioned from corporate life to helping others navigate their own career growth. Her journey is one of courage, adaptability, and the pursuit of purpose.
What You’ll Learn:
1. Overcoming the Golden Handcuffs
Many professionals stay in jobs longer than they should due to high salaries, equity, and fear of starting over. Limor explains how to assess when it's time to move on and how to make bold career decisions with confidence.
2. Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance Thinking
The key to unlocking career growth is seeing challenges as opportunities. We discuss the power of an abundance mindset—how to spot new possibilities, leverage existing strengths, and take proactive steps toward success.
3. Career Advancement Strategies for Women in Tech
Women in male-dominated industries often face unique barriers to leadership. Limor shares insights on self-advocacy, navigating workplace biases, and positioning yourself for leadership roles—even when opportunities seem limited.
4. The Hidden Path to Career Growth
Waiting for a promotion isn’t a strategy. We explore practical ways to grow within your role, build influence, and create leadership opportunities—without waiting for permission.
5. Finding the Right Path for You
Success isn’t about following someone else’s blueprint—it’s about understanding what truly matters to you. Limor shares how to align career decisions with personal values, goals, and long-term fulfillment.
6. Balancing Ambition and Personal Life
Achieving career success shouldn’t come at the expense of personal well-being. Limor opens up about how she managed a high-level career while raising four children, and the mindset shifts that helped her thrive in both areas.
Key Takeaways:
You always have options—feeling stuck is often a mindset, not reality.
Advocating for yourself is essential. Doing good work alone isn’t enough.
Leadership isn’t about a title—it’s about solving problems and creating value.
Career transitions require courage, but staying stagnant is often the bigger risk.
Balancing career and family requires defining success on your own terms.
Final Thoughts
No matter where you are in your career, growth is possible. If you feel stuck, the first step is shifting your mindset and identifying new opportunities. By taking ownership of your professional path, you can break free from limitations and create a career that aligns with your values and ambitions.
