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Rethinking Ambition
Manage episode 450723552 series 3488019
For many years, writer Jennifer Romolini prided herself on her work ethic. She climbed to the top of every corporate ladder and worked 60 hours or more every week. But after an unexpected health crisis, Jennifer realized her ambition had turned toxic. Maya and Jennifer discuss the perils of aiming for a one-size-fits-all version of success and the benefits of redefining ambition for yourself.
For more about Jennifer, check out her memoir, "Ambition Monster."
You can follow Maya @DrMayaShankar on Instagram.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
136 episodes
Manage episode 450723552 series 3488019
For many years, writer Jennifer Romolini prided herself on her work ethic. She climbed to the top of every corporate ladder and worked 60 hours or more every week. But after an unexpected health crisis, Jennifer realized her ambition had turned toxic. Maya and Jennifer discuss the perils of aiming for a one-size-fits-all version of success and the benefits of redefining ambition for yourself.
For more about Jennifer, check out her memoir, "Ambition Monster."
You can follow Maya @DrMayaShankar on Instagram.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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