Most people blame bad bosses for stalled careers. But some of the biggest slowdowns come from leaders you actually like working for. This piece breaks down the difference between comfort and stretch—and why it’s harder to see when you’re in it.

You told yourself you'd move on once things calmed down—when layoffs slowed, when the job market felt less chaotic. But months have passed, and what started as a 'temporary pause' has quietly turned into something else: holding on to a job that no longer fits. That's job hugging. While it can feel like control, it often signals the opposite—that fear is quietly calling the shots.

If your team can’t move without you, that’s not proof of your value — it’s a warning sign. Staying essential might feel like leadership, but it’s often the reason you’ve stopped growing. This piece explores why doing too much caps your impact — and how the most effective leaders create systems, not dependencies.

You’ve got the title, the team, and the track record. So why does your week still feel like triage? If you're a biotech exec caught in the execution trap, these 5 shifts will help you lead at altitude, scale your impact, and get seen as the strategist your org needs.