Partnering Leadership 60 Follow your passion to do what you love and love what you do with Jim Braun | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jim Braun about pursuing what you are passionate about. Jim Braun shares the story of how he left his stable corporate job and 2 degrees to do what he loves the most. He also gives advice to young people still figuring out what they want to do for the rest of their professional lives.
Some highlights:
Jim Braun’s career as an aerospace engineer and how he found out it wasn’t for him
Why Jim Braun pursued his MBA
How reading books helped Jim realize what he is truly passionate about
Jim Braun on giving up his 2 degrees to pursue his passion
Why following your passion doesn’t necessarily mean the riches will follow, and why it’s still worth it in the end
Advice to young people about pursuing their passion
Mentioned:
What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles
Do what You Love, the Money Will Follow by Marsha Sinetar
Marianne Williamson, author
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