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❓What expectations did you have of your job, your life or your career – and what does reality look like?

Author: Dr. Michael Zeisig · First published: 7 March 2025

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❓What expectations did you have of your job, your life or your career – and what does reality look like?

We all enter new phases of life with certain ideas – whether a first job, a career decision or personal goals. Yet reality and expectations often turn out not to align completely.

Perhaps you thought being a leader meant having more freedom – and discovered you had more responsibility than room to manoeuvre. Or you expected self-employment to bring immediate fulfilment – only to find that it also comes with uncertainty and unexpected challenges.

💡 The question is: What did you once imagine very differently? And how do you deal with it when reality and expectations diverge?

Share your experiences in the comments – I am curious what surprised you!

Questions that change your game.

Every week, I ask a thought-provoking question to encourage reflection and exchange. I look forward to your answers and lively discussions!

Hands up – it’s the weekend!

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We all enter new phases of life with certain ideas – whether a first job, a career decision or personal goals. Yet reality and expectations often turn out not to align completely.