Simone Stolzoff has worn many hats. He's worked as a writer, designer, and now, Author. He grew up with "four parents", each having a unique influence on him,  He grew up being told he could do whatever he wanted but realized there were assumptions behind that. Over the last couple of years, he's contemplated how we can design a life not centered around work (which obviously interests me as well) and has come to some interesting conclusions.🎥🍿 YOUTUBE: WATCH HERE📕Buy Simone's Book (Just Released): https://amzn.to/3BLd98sLinks:Twitter: @SimoneStolzoffSimone's Website:  simonestolzoff.comRecent Essay On Work⌛TIMESTAMPS(00:00) - Intro (02:24) - The scripts that Simone grew up with (07:24) - Anis Mojgani, copyrighting and travel (19:05) - Career & Journalism (22:56) - Work, Passion, and Identity (34:34) - Writing vs Selling a Book, Knowing when to stop (47:37) - Work & Fear (55:53) - Staying on the path 📘 GOOD WORK: LIVE! => Learn More📕 Buy Paul’s Book (50k+ Sold): The Pathless Path😁 Join Hundreds On Unconventional Paths: Pathless Path Community📲Connect + Follow PaulTwitter: @p_millerdInstagram: @pathlesspaulPaul’s Newsletter: Subscribe to Pathless (23k+ People)Paul’s YouTube: Subscribe🙏Further Ways To Support The Podcast:Accounting, Taxes, And Payroll For Your S-Corp (Ideal for $60k+ income): CollectiveLooking for alternatives to traditional health insurance in the US? Check out CrowdhealthI use Transistor to host this podcast. It rocks. Launch Yours HereI record high-quality videos using Riverside: Sign Up Here

Simone Stolzoff, an accomplished author and journalist whose work has appeared in major outlets, shares insights while preparing a new TED Talk. He explores the delicate balance between personal identity and professional roles, advocating for redefining how we perceive our passions. The conversation delves into the iterative process of crafting engaging presentations and the role of visual aids in storytelling. Simone's willingness to embrace vulnerability sparks a lively exchange of ideas, highlighting the journey of turning raw concepts into compelling narratives.

In this episode, Simone Stolzoff, independent journalist and author of "The Good Enough Job", shares her insights on how work has come to dominate American culture and how we can reclaim our lives in a world centered around work. Simone's work has been featured in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and numerous other publications. Simone and I explore the dangers of treating work as a source of identity and meaning, and the importance of diversifying our sources of identity. We discuss how to define what we want our relationship with work to be, the value of active forms of leisure, and the benefits of trading money for time. We also talk about the role of work in our lives, and how it can lead to more creativity and better ideas when we invest in other aspects of ourselves. Some highlights we explore: How to cultivate different sides of ourselves to become more resilient in the face of change The risks of a work-centric existence and how it can detract from our ability to be the best versions of ourselves The benefits of investing in relationships, hobbies, and passions outside of work How to define what we want our relationship with work to be The value of trading money for time to increase our sense of fulfillment The importance of understanding the role work plays in our lives and how it can lead to more creativity and better ideas Enjoy!

Simone Stolzoff challenges the societal obsession with work and its detrimental impact on our well-being. Drawing from his book, 'The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work,' Stolzoff explores how our identities have become entangled with our jobs, resulting in diminished happiness and overall fulfillment. Join the conversation as he uncovers the myths surrounding work and advocates for reframing our perspective to prioritize a balanced and meaningful life beyond the confines of our careers. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simone Stolzoff, workplace expert, delves into work-life balance, overcoming burnout, and how US work culture differs globally. Learn to work less without fear, cherish time sanctuaries, and redefine your job identity for happiness. Discover ways to find balance, satisfaction, and fulfillment in and outside of work.