The speaker talks about his job experiences, including a miserable job where he worked with a difficult coworker and the worst job he ever had that only lasted for a week.
The speaker reflects on his decision to leave Condé Nast for Read It with the help of Sam Altman and how it changed his life for the better.
The podcast hosts discuss the courage and difficulty involved in switching career paths, specifically mentioning the experience of one of their parents who went from being a doctor to a lawyer due to unhappiness. They also acknowledge that many people may feel trapped in their current careers and lack the courage to pursue something new.
The speaker discusses the difficulties of balancing a full-time casino job with a music degree and how it eventually led to job loss.
The idea of finding a dream job can distract us from the reality that work does not have to be the center of our lives. When we love our work, it becomes something we enjoy doing, like a hobby.
The speaker comments on how in their career field, there is a sense of competition and a need to constantly be on guard. Everyone's mindset is to protect themselves, and it feels like everyone has a figurative gun out.
The speaker reflects on the start of their journey to find a career path after college, and the decision they made to start somewhere.
Foster secures a job at Sullivan and Cromwell law firm with the help of his grandfather, who put in a good word for him with his friend William Cromwell, the head of the firm. Though he wasn't paid well initially, Foster's grandpa sent him money every month ensuring he could still afford to live in a nice home in New York City close to his firm's new office.
The hosts discuss the challenges they’ve faced in building their career in the entertainment industry, including missed opportunities and rejection.
The speaker describes meeting Jim Downey on a movie set early on in their job and how it was a difficult week for Downey, but a learning experience.
A speaker reflects on a pivotal moment in their career, when their machine story went viral during a podcast, completely changing their trajectory.
Comedian and musician "Weird Al" Yankovic discusses his experience with losing momentum in his career and how to navigate creative struggles during a downturn.
If you find yourself justifying a job or project with "but I'm making so much money," it's a warning sign that you may not be in the right place and should consider making a change.
The reality TV star Jax Taylor reveals in a podcast interview that he used the name Jax to land modeling jobs and to introduce himself when meeting new people.
A speaker discusses the unpredictable nature of being assigned different roles in their job and reflects on the positive impact of working alongside similarly humble individuals to directly affect others' lives.
The speaker has taken a year off to recharge after working since the age of 16 on multiple projects, including BET and NASCAR. They have a macro point of view and often work on eight different projects simultaneously.
A person discusses how they chose to work over getting an education and how it potentially impacted their future path.
A person expresses their desire to ensure that their colleague's career is set for success, with the underlying tension of not wanting to work hard for someone else's benefit.
The speaker talks about how they managed to get their certification while balancing their job, school and social media presence, highlighting the importance of hard work and self-promotion.
This conversation explores finding fulfillment and purpose in a career, even when it's not immediately obvious or easy. It includes personal anecdotes and practical advice for job satisfaction.
The speaker shares his experience of getting job offers and finding the right company to work for, including a story of how he was able to find a job for his wife at Harvard.
A young person relentlessly pursued a job and found fulfillment in making customers feel amazing while having their meal.
