Simone Stolzoff, author of THE GOOD ENOUGH JOB, discusses the concept of finding fulfillment in your career. They explore topics such as escaping professional unhappiness, the challenges of finding an academic job, and the idea of cutting your salary to escape a hyperactive work environment. In the Something Interesting segment, they discuss Apple's revolutionary augmented reality glasses and their impact on consumer technology.

Simone Stolzoff, an author focused on the intersection of life purpose and work, shares insights on navigating identity beyond professional roles. They discuss the importance of finding fulfillment outside of work, emphasizing that true balance involves investing in diverse areas of life. The conversation encourages listeners to prioritize personal values, explore passions, and embrace a flexible view of success. With practical tips for rediscovering purpose, Stolzoff inspires a richer, more meaningful existence beyond career expectations.

We can put huge amounts of physical and emotional energy into our jobs - even basing our self-worth on our achievements at work and letting ourselves be defined by what we do. So have our careers taken over too much of our lives?  Simone Stolzoff (author of The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work) argues that we should stop hunting for the "perfect" job - that idealized career that will prove to others how smart, industrious or virtuous we are - and instead find an occupation that allows to us live happier and more rounded lives that don't revolve only around work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the first things we learn about people is what they do for a living. But the link between work and identify has moved far beyond that, especially in certain industries, geographies, and cultures. Many of us put everything we have into our jobs, expecting our careers to fulfill us. Author Simone Stolzoff argues for a different approach. He wants us to find work that keeps us engaged and gives us the security we need, while still allowing us to define ourselves in other ways. Drawing on research and real-life stories, he explains what it means to have a "good enough" job, and why this shift in thinking could be good not just for individuals but also for teams and organizations. Stolzoff is the author of The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work.

Simone Stolzoff, a designer and workplace expert, talks about the importance of having a good enough job instead of constantly pursuing the dream job. He discusses why passion shouldn't replace pay or security, and offers insights on balancing the pursuit of meaningful work with other areas of life.

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

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.

Author Simone Stolzoff discusses the obsession with jobs and the disappointment and burnout that often follow. They explore American perspectives on work, the risks of a work-centric existence, and the importance of balancing work with other aspects of life. The chapter also emphasizes the value of diversifying one's identity and pursuing interests and hobbies outside of work.