Dec 21, 2021

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Why Do Some People Stay Stuck?

What is Secondary Gain?

Why do some people stay stuck?

My Client Robert (not his real name) had a fear of success. He came to me because he felt he wanted to remove whatever was blocking his success.

He was in middle management for a major corporation and had the talent and bona fides to move up into the executive ranks.

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Life has never been boring for me. Been a coach, small business owner, entrepreneur, and pastor. Tried to maintain my sense of humor. Blog @ barrychaffee.com

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