Podcast Episode

The Identity Tax With Craig Siegel

The CLS Experience with Craig Siegel··18 August 2026·10 min

About this episode

On today's episode of The CLS Experience, Craig Siegel unpacks the hidden cost of staying loyal to an identity you've already outgrown: the identity tax. Drawing from his own experience on Wall Street, Craig shares how external success can still leave you feeling exhausted and disconnected when you're maintaining an identity instead of building a life that feels aligned. He explores why growth requires us to create space between stimulus and reaction, let old identities die, and become the person our goals actually require. If you feel stuck despite knowing you're capable of more, this episode will challenge you to ask what part of your identity has expired and what you're ready to release.0:36 Why Staying Loyal to an Old Identity Has a Cost02:49 The Wall Street Identity Trap03:33 Why Growth Is a Spiritual Responsibility05:00 The Identity Funeral and the Power of Restriction06:08 How Your Identity Can Drive Self SabotageEarly Bird Tickets now available for our October live event, CLS: Formation HERE:Check out The Command Room HERE: To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Craig Siegel follow Craig on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X