Chapter
Overcoming Career Anxiety
12:36 - 19:42 (07:06)
The speaker shares their experience of dealing with extreme career anxiety after an opportunity arose that threatened to upend their peaceful, satisfying career as a writer.
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The speaker recounts a difficult period in his life dealing with the consequences of his mentor's behavior in which he found himself questioning his own values and losing financial security.
12:36 - 15:21 (02:45)
Summary
The speaker recounts a difficult period in his life dealing with the consequences of his mentor's behavior in which he found himself questioning his own values and losing financial security. He discusses the role of ego in making difficult situations worse and the irony of his mentor starting his own company after their fallout.
ChapterOvercoming Career Anxiety
Episode#169: Useful Lessons from Workaholics Anonymous, Corporate Implosions, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing a fulfilling career path, saying that the temptation of a shiny or cool offer can lead to regrets.
15:22 - 18:06 (02:44)
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing a fulfilling career path, saying that the temptation of a shiny or cool offer can lead to regrets. They also discuss facing situations where it's time to walk away from stressful jobs or situations.
ChapterOvercoming Career Anxiety
Episode#169: Useful Lessons from Workaholics Anonymous, Corporate Implosions, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker recalls having a panic attack over not being able to send pointless emails on a Friday night, and coming to the realization that it was less about the situation and more about who they became in those moments of stress.
18:08 - 19:42 (01:34)
Summary
The speaker recalls having a panic attack over not being able to send pointless emails on a Friday night, and coming to the realization that it was less about the situation and more about who they became in those moments of stress.