When You’re Passed Over for Promotion: Turning Setbacks into Career Capital

Ever worked hard, delivered results, and expected to move up—only to be passed over for a promotion? It’s frustrating, even disheartening, but here’s the good news: a setback like this doesn’t have to derail your career. In fact, it can be a stepping stone to something even greater.

In this episode of Your Last Potato, we explore why promotions don’t always go as planned, the role of visibility, skill gaps, and workplace politics, and most importantly—how to turn career setbacks into career capital.

🔹 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The top reasons why people get passed over for promotions
✅ How to seek constructive feedback and turn rejection into growth
✅ Strategies to build leadership skills and enhance visibility in the workplace
✅ Real-life examples of professionals who turned setbacks into career-defining moments
✅ Practical steps you can take today to position yourself for your next opportunity

Joining me is Yusra Ahmad, a seasoned professional who has navigated career challenges, pivoted successfully, and will share insights on bouncing back stronger.

💡 Coffee Confessions Segment:
What happens when you go on sick leave, only to return and find out your colleague has been promoted over you? We break down this real-life workplace dilemma and discuss strategies for handling unexpected career setbacks.

📌 Actionable Takeaways & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• LinkedIn Learning – Courses on leadership, communication, and technical skills
• BetterUp – Coaching platform for personalised career guidance
• Coursera – Certifications from top universities in business, finance, and technology
• MindTools – Resources for time management, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills
• Glassdoor – Salary insights and company reviews to help prepare for future promotions
• Slack Communities – Networking groups for career advice and mentorship
• Blinkist - Book summaries and audio book guides
• Cal Newport Amazon Book - So Good They Can't Ignore You

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