Episode 83. Pursuing a passion is common career advice we all hear, but is it good advice we should be preaching?

In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Drew Ingle, author of 'Pride Over Passion: Five Rules to Career Satisfaction.' The conversation delves into Drew's journey of finding a satisfying and enjoyable career, which he subsequently chronicled in his book.

They discuss the impact of upbringing on career drive, the importance of balancing passion and skill, and the role of failure and relationships in professional development. Drew also shares his experiences moving through different career phases, including his insights on the significance of continuous learning and emotional intelligence. This episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone navigating their career path, especially those entering the workforce.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 00:23 Meet Drew Ingle: Author of Pride Over Passion
• 00:53 Drew's Early Career Journey
• 05:23 The Impact of COVID and Writing a Book
• 06:38 The Reality of Following Your Passion
• 09:21 Balancing Passion and Skills
• 14:06 Lessons from Football
• 19:08 Finding Your North Star
• 24:10 Choosing Career Paths: Money vs. Happiness
• 25:38 Embracing Failure: Emotional Intelligence
• 27:40 Teaching Kids About Failure
• 34:44 The Importance of Relationships in Career
• 41:01 Writing and Publishing a Book
• 42:40 Pride Over Passion: Key Takeaways
• 45:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts