I know what it’s like to reach a certain level of success and feel… stuck.
Not because things aren’t working, but because deep down, you know something has to change.
You’ve worked hard. You’ve built something meaningful. You’ve followed the right steps, made smart moves, and pushed through the hard moments.
But suddenly, the strategies that once worked don’t work the same way anymore.
The mindset that got you here… isn’t enough to take you further.
The drive that once fueled you… now feels exhausting.
This is where many high achievers get stuck—because they assume more of the same will get them to the next level.
💡 More hustle.
💡 More discipline.
💡 More late nights and early mornings.
But here’s what I’ve learned: what got you here… won’t get you there.
If you’ve been feeling like you’re almost at your next breakthrough but something keeps holding you back, this might be exactly what you need to hear.
High Achievers Want to Do More. High Performers Become More.
For most of my life, I’ve been a high achiever.
I thrive in discipline. I know how to push through resistance, get results, and make things happen.
But over time, I’ve learned that true high performance isn’t about doing more.
It’s about becoming more.
This became painfully clear when, after 20+ years of being my own boss, I made the decision to take a leadership role inside another company.
It was a massive identity shift.
For an entrepreneur, taking a job can feel like losing your freedom.
Like you’re giving up. Like you’re walking away from everything you’ve built.
I wrestled with those thoughts for two years before I finally made the move.
I didn’t know how long I’d stay. I just knew I was being called to grow in a different way.
And I was right.
I built a high-performing sales team.
I got to work alongside a CEO I respected.
I developed new leadership skills that I wouldn’t have gained had I stayed in my own lane.
And when it was time to move on? I trusted myself again.
That’s what true high performers do.
They don’t resist change.
They lean into it.
The Patterns That Keep You Stuck at the Same Level
If you feel like you’re spinning your wheels, you’re likely caught in one of these high achiever traps:
1. The Perfectionism Trap (“If I just refine this one more time, it’ll be perfect.”)
I get it—I’m meticulous too. But perfection is an illusion. If you’re waiting for the right time, the right conditions, or the perfect plan… you’ll never move.
2. The Lone Wolf Trap (“I can do this all on my own.”)
For years, I prided myself on being fiercely independent. But the truth? No high performer succeeds alone. Learning to collaborate, delegate, and trust others changed everything for me.
3. The Old Identity Trap (“But this is how I’ve always done things.”)
I held onto my identity as an entrepreneur for years before I was willing to explore something different. Letting go didn’t mean losing myself—it meant expanding into a bigger version of me.
4. The Fear of Change Trap (“What if I lose what I’ve built?”)
I asked myself this when I transitioned into my leadership role. But staying the same isn’t security—it’s stagnation.Growth requires discomfort.
Breaking the Pattern: How to Evolve Into Your Next Level
I’m going to say something that might challenge you:
Your next level isn’t about what you need to do.
It’s about who you need to become.
Here’s how to make that shift:
✅ 1. Shift from Goal-Focused to Vision-Focused
For years, I set goals like a machine. But I realized goals alone won’t get you anywhere if they aren’t connected to something bigger.
That’s why I teach The North Star Method.
When you align everything with a clear North Star Vision, you stop chasing empty goals and start moving with true purpose.
✅ 2. Stop Operating Like the Person You Were, and Start Operating Like the Person You’re Becoming
Whenever I make a big decision, I ask myself:
“How would the next-level version of me handle this?”
Would she hold back?
Would she play small?
Or would she step fully into the challenge?
I bet you already know your answer.
✅ 3. Trust the Evolution Process (Even When It Feels Uncomfortable)
Change is uncomfortable. But the best things in my life have come from trusting myself when I didn’t have all the answers.
You don’t need to see the whole path.
You just need to take the next step.
What’s Next for You?
If you’ve been feeling like something needs to shift, I want to challenge you:
📌 Stop asking, What do I need to do more of?
📌 Start asking, Who do I need to become?
Because the moment you stop trying to do more…
And instead focus on becoming more…
That’s when everything changes.
Your Next Level Requires a New Approach
If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and step fully into your next level, my book The North Star Method will show you exactly how to do it.
Inside, I break down my 3-step process—See It. Clear It. Be It.—so you can identify the hidden patterns keeping you stuck, cut through the noise, and move forward with confidence and clarity.
You can grab the hard copy on Amazon or download the E-version today for just $1 at NorthStarMethod.com.
This is your invitation to evolve. Are you ready? 🚀
