10% Happier with Dan Harris An Anti-Hustle, Pro-Rest Approach To Work | Christina Wallace
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Mar 20, 2024 
Christina Wallace, a senior lecturer at Harvard Business School and angel investor, shares her insights on achieving a balanced approach to career and life. She introduces the concept of a 'portfolio life,' blending work, relationships, and passions without succumbing to burnout. Topics include designing a fulfilling career, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and practical time management tips. Christina also discusses the importance of resilience in today's job market, encouraging listeners to reflect and craft their unique paths.
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Portfolio Life Defined
- A portfolio life balances work with other important aspects, like relationships, health, and hobbies.
- It's an anti-hustle approach, prioritizing rest and joy over constant grinding.
Cult of Ambition
- The "cult of ambition" pushes for constant achievement, often neglecting personal values.
- Ambition should encompass multiple life dimensions, not just work.
A Defining Moment
- During business school, the 2008 financial crisis made Christina question her career path.
- Professor Clayton Christensen's lesson on measuring life's success resonated deeply.
