The Dark Side of Motivation: Rethinking Hustle Culture in Coaching

In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will take a bold look at the “dark side” of hustle culture and its often hidden impact on motivation, identity, and wellness—especially for coaches, leaders, and high-achievers.

From toxic productivity to gender, culture, and privilege, they break down how hustle culture sneaks into everyday life and work, and why redefining success is crucial for long-term growth and health. Whether you're coaching clients through burnout or wrestling with your own overachievement habits, this episode gives you the real talk you didn’t know you needed.

🧠 Topics Covered:

• The difference between hustle culture and healthy ambition
• How overachieving can lead to burnout, illness, or identity struggles
• Hustle culture across different cultural and gender identities
• The pressure of proving yourself in executive roles
• Why leaders must delegate and set boundaries
• Coaching up vs. coaching down
• How to recognize when hustle has gone toxic

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