Feeling alive, resume paradox & avoiding lifestyle creep

“The better my resume gets, the less happy I am”

 
I recently spoke with a friend who completed a Harvard MBA, worked at one of the top consulting companies in the world, and became a partner at a prestigious venture capital firm.

Her LinkedIn was immaculate. But, she was miserable.

Last year she left it all behind to start a completely new career in science. And she’s never been more excited for her future.

She spent years anchoring on a faulty definition of success. She wanted to “have the most success” in the eyes of society and her peers. This led to Ivy League schools, prestigious firms, and high salaries.

This definition is easy to follow because it’s simple. It’s a clear, defined target in a confusing world.

The visibility makes it even more tempting. In her words “everyone else is looking at the same target. We’re all running a race to see who can reach it. And our proximity often matters less than our lead against the person right next to us”.

I asked what advice she would give her younger self just starting a career. She provided some incredible insights and I wanted to share them with you all.

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