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Identity Work
Adam Beasley and Stephen Reiff
54 episodes
1 week ago

The podcast for high achievers who seem to have it all, yet still feel something’s missing. Co-hosts Stephen and Adam bring humor, honesty, and a touch of mid-life wisdom to conversations about how work shapes our sense of self, and how we can reshape it to find greater meaning in work and life.

With careers spanning consulting, private equity, start-ups, and entrepreneurship, they share research-backed insights and real-world stories that help uncover new ways to drive more meaning each day. We’re excited to have you join us on this journey!

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Careers
Education,
Business,
Self-Improvement
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The podcast for high achievers who seem to have it all, yet still feel something’s missing. Co-hosts Stephen and Adam bring humor, honesty, and a touch of mid-life wisdom to conversations about how work shapes our sense of self, and how we can reshape it to find greater meaning in work and life.

With careers spanning consulting, private equity, start-ups, and entrepreneurship, they share research-backed insights and real-world stories that help uncover new ways to drive more meaning each day. We’re excited to have you join us on this journey!

Show more...
Careers
Education,
Business,
Self-Improvement
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Ep 43: The Myth of the Dream Job
Identity Work
28 minutes 59 seconds
4 months ago
Ep 43: The Myth of the Dream Job

Explore the concept of dream jobs and the reality behind them. Stephen and Adam discuss the importance of understanding the day-to-day tasks involved in any job and how to find satisfaction in work through job crafting. The conversation emphasizes the need to embrace the grind rather than chase an idealized version of a dream job, offering practical advice for listeners, including college students entering the workforce.

Takeaways

  • Your dream job is often a fantasy, not reality.
  • Job satisfaction comes from understanding daily, mundane tasks.
  • Job crafting, making small tweaks, can enhance your work experience.
  • Focus on what you enjoy in your current role.
  • Career paths are often a journey, not a destination.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Travel Tips to Oregon
  • 02:00 Chasing Your Dream Job
  • 08:58 The Reality of Dream Jobs
  • 17:44 Job Crafting for Satisfaction
  • 22:37 Advice for College Students Entering the Workforce


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Identity Work

The podcast for high achievers who seem to have it all, yet still feel something’s missing. Co-hosts Stephen and Adam bring humor, honesty, and a touch of mid-life wisdom to conversations about how work shapes our sense of self, and how we can reshape it to find greater meaning in work and life.

With careers spanning consulting, private equity, start-ups, and entrepreneurship, they share research-backed insights and real-world stories that help uncover new ways to drive more meaning each day. We’re excited to have you join us on this journey!