Company Of One With Dale Callahan

You didn’t get trapped.You drifted.Most people don’t lose control of their careers in one dramatic moment. It happens slowly. Quietly. Respectably.You work hard.You hit deadlines.You stay reliable.And five years later you realize you’ve been executing… but not deciding.In this episode, we talk about:Why school trained you to follow instructions, not set directionHow compliance gets mistaken for professionalismWhy organizations reward priorities, not quiet consistencyThe subtle moment when you hand over controlHow to take ownership again without quitting your jobThis isn’t about blaming “the system.”It’s about responsibility.This is Company of One.Not about quitting your job.Not about blaming the system.About putting your hands back on the wheel.Dale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Manag