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S1:E5 Becoming You, Discovering Your Values, and Embracing Your Change

Apr 4, 2024
Suzy Welch, an accomplished business journalist and best-selling author, discusses the value of fun, sticking to your values, re-skilling yourself, and embracing change. She shares personal stories of prioritizing studying over fun, discovering personal values, and resilience in starting over.
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Quick takeaways

  • Self-sufficiency and prioritizing personal values over social activities lead to success.
  • Having honest conversations about individual values helps in navigating societal expectations and building a supportive network.

Deep dives

Discovery of Personal Values and Self-sufficiency at Harvard Business School

During her time at Harvard Business School, the speaker, initially unfamiliar with business concepts, faced the risk of flunking out due to the rigorous grading system. Determined to succeed and alleviate financial burdens, she focused on becoming a Baker Scholar to clear her debts and secure a future. This experience led her to value self-sufficiency and tackle anxiety, prioritizing these over social activities and embracing her individual values.

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