
Amina AlTai
USA Today bestselling author of The Ambition Trap and executive coach to high achievers. She argues that we don’t need to give up ambition; we just need to reclaim it on our own terms.
Top 3 podcasts with Amina AlTai
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Sep 4, 2024 • 43min
Episode 390: Breaking the Burnout Cycle & Finding Balance in Work and Life w/ Amina AlTai
Amina AlTai, a holistic business and career coach, explores her dramatic journey from burnout to wellness after a near-fatal health scare. She emphasizes the vital need for setting boundaries and practicing self-care. Listeners will learn about 'microdosing joy' and how small daily habits can lead to greater happiness. Amina also touches on the importance of advocating for pay equity and creating a psychologically safe workplace for crucial conversations. This insightful discussion encourages prioritizing joy and well-being on the path to financial independence.

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Jul 9, 2025 • 12min
Ambition is a Trap. Here's How to Get Out.
Amina Altai, USA Today bestselling author and executive coach, discusses the dual nature of ambition. She explains how societal pressures can warp our drive, leading to burnout and self-neglect. Amina introduces the idea of distinguishing between painful ambition rooted in trauma and purposeful ambition that nurtures joy. Listeners are invited to rethink ambition as a cyclical journey, emphasizing community support over relentless competition. This insightful discussion encourages reclaiming ambition on our own terms for healthier personal growth.

Sep 18, 2025 • 29min
1880: The Cost of Ambition: Affording Goals Without Burnout
Amina AlTai, executive coach and author of The Ambition Trap, shares her transformative journey from a near-fatal health crisis prompted by relentless ambition. She discusses the distinction between painful ambition, linked to past wounds, and purposeful ambition, driven by authenticity. Amina reveals how societal expectations affect women and people of color in the workplace. With practical steps for healthier ambition, she advocates for a holistic approach that includes community involvement and personal well-being, challenging traditional hustle culture.