I consider myself to be fiercely independent and outrageously resourceful. From a young age, I was programmed to solve my own problems, move my own barriers, and work through my own obstacles. Help? I don’t need it. Support? I can take it or leave it. This mindset has had its advantages in life and my career. It’s made me strong, capable, and resilient. But it’s also had some disadvantages. I can appear distrustful or distant. I’ve turned down opportunities for teamwork or collaboration that would have expanded my learning and growth. It wasn’t until started working with Transitions Coaching that Read more.