The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Best of 2024: Tessa West | How to Find Your Most Fulfilling Job Yet
Dec 9, 2024
Tessa West, a social scientist and author of "Job Therapy," dives deep into the interplay between personal identity and career satisfaction. She reveals how our self-worth is often tied to our jobs, and how this can lead to emotional struggles when we feel stuck. Tessa shares insights on managing career transitions and provides practical strategies to recognize when it’s time to move on. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and embracing change to achieve true professional fulfillment.
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Cheerleader and Nerd
- Tessa West was captain of her high school cheerleading squad but also dated a "dorky" Harvard student.
- This challenged the stereotype of cheerleaders and highlights her diverse interests.
Unconventional Career Start
- Tessa West's career path began with a desire to spend summers with her boyfriend at Harvard.
- She secured unpaid internships in a psychology lab, inadvertently setting the stage for her future profession.
Redesigning Higher Ed
- Higher education should incorporate more hands-on, real-world experiences like teamwork and practical skill development.
- Traditional rote learning and lectures are less effective than interactive learning that mirrors workplace dynamics.
