236. Breaking Corporate Conditioning: Why High-Achieving Women Undercharge
Release Date: 11/25/2025
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In this episode of Life After Corporate, Deb Boulanger talks honestly about the habits and beliefs you pick up from family, school, and corporate life, and how those patterns follow you into business ownership. She shares her own path from Group VP to coach, and how confidence can suddenly dip when you step out on your own. You will hear what really affects your ability to charge fairly, why certain old patterns feel hard to shake, and how to use your experience to stand out in a crowded space. If you have ever questioned your value or held back on raising your rates, this episode helps you reconnect with your strengths and move forward with clarity.
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