What's the point of being ambitious?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Have you ever spent a significant amount of time with the unambitious? They suck the life out of you.

like

Coming from a burnt out, over ambitious person -- I'm looking up at all my bosses and they all look stressed as fuck. I'm questioning if that's where I'm headed, and if so why?

like

Ambition is not the same as over-worked and it's certainly a different set of behaviors than what leads you to be stressed all the time. You can be very ambitious and still have a work/life balance. I'm in that position now. I bust my ass at work and yes, I'm tired when I get home at 8pm, but I force myself to work out, read, do something I enjoy instead of jumping in bed and browsing my phone. I also have more time outside of work at my current job so I've been forcing myself to make plans during the week as well.

like

if you look to your bosses for future projections of self, you are doing it wrong

like

what's the point of pushing papers? you are dedicating at least 8 hours a day doing a series of tasks, isn't it in your interest to grow and perform at your optimal level? optimal might mean different things to different people, yet ambition is likely to be shared sentiment. to avoid burn out take time off every 3-6 years - month or more is ideal.

In 20, 30, or 50 years do you really want to be doing the same thing you are doing now?

What's the alternative?

Be ambitious in something you actually enjoy. If you're just ok with your job but love something else in your life, put energy into that instead.

Related Posts

What's up ppls

Are any of you using these textbook companies: HMH Into Literature, Study Sync, or Pearson My Perspectives? I would love to hear what you think. I am piloting all three this year.

like

I've been noticing a new trend in biglaw passive aggressiveness: Adding a question mark to a non-question when you're following up on something. E.g., "Hi X, just wanted to check in on Y as the client would like to see a draft as soon as possible? When can we expect this?"

And to the people who do this... why?

like

Anyone has experience with long distance? How did you make it work or if it didn’t work out, what were the reasons?

like
like

Does anyone know if we can sell coins on PFS Buyers Club or similar websites if we are on H1B visa? Thanks!

like

Help!!! Hotel points or Flyer Miles? If in matters, I'm a Hilton/Delta guy. I'm trying to get a credit card from Amex to get the point from my corporate card... can't decide between hotel or miles.

like

Turning 30, graduating from B-school (in 3 weeks), & just accepted an offer for a new job. Have about $25k to drop on a watch. I have no fancy watches so looking to splurge a little. Any recommendations?

like

What is usually the role of an Office Manager. I need to set up interviews and are yet to establish the duties, dont want to give too much duties and also not too few. Any advice?

like

Anyone have any insight on Parallel Consulting?

like

How much does daycare cost in the Bay Area? Any recommend for good daycares? We’re interested in SF and Marin.

like

Well I guess we know who couldn’t survive without the other. 🤣🤣🤣

Post Photo
likefunny

Any recommendation of rooftop happy hour spot for this Thursday or Friday in the DMV?

like

BCG: Do you get paid monthly or biweekly?

How likely would your agency be to sponsor a visa right now? I feel like it’s a bit of a lost cause. For context, I’m a Canadian looking to make a move back to London at an AD level (worked there previously as a Sr AM on a Tier 5).

like

Parents want to send their children back to school not only for educational purposes but also for social interactions. I do understand that many children want that interaction with their friends and teachers. But I don't think it is going to be quite as rewarding as many think with social distancing and face coverings to be safe. No high fives, pats on the back, sharing earbuds to listen to a new song, or consoling an upset friend. Even facial expressions are lost. Tough times.

like

Trying to get EVLs for perm process from earlier employers.. how hard is it to get it on company letter head.. my contact says it’s not possible ugh..

like

Anyone work in Corp Dev at Amazon and willing to chat? I'm looking at roles there. Excited about what I've heard so far!!

like

Just heard that property prices are soaring in Florida, the news reported that mortgage rates are doubling. Meanwhile I’m over here in semi-rural Iowa, wondering if I will ever make a sale again…

like

Additional Posts in Advertising

What was your worst / most pathetic experience with recruiters (external or HR?) ?

like

What are your thoughts on Wunderman Thompson?

likefunny

Which agencies have sabbatical programs for years of service?

like

Just saw a banner ad for Smirnoff. Headline: Welcome to the FUN percent. Y’all need to stop it with this nonsense.

likefunnyuplifting

Out of curiosity, what happened to all the folks that panicked and cashed out their 401k in the middle of the pandemic?

like

I'm getting ready to travel to my first client presentation and I have no idea what to wear. Any suggestions on what to wear for a guy?

like

Instagram is off-putting now.
There is just too much happening there.

Post Photo
likefunny

Pharma, is it the career kiss of death?

like

Who does the ad work for Ashley Madison? Is it done at an agency, in-house, or a brothel?

like

What companies have in-house agencies?
I know of Netflix, Verizon, Casper and Intel. But can anyone help me out with some other good examples?

like

In this current advertising climate, if I get a freelance gig in pharma, I’ll be extremely grateful. Am I the only one who feels this way?

like

How much do you have to save before going freelancing? Considering I’ll have to buy/lease a new mac and get my fam a decent health plan.

like

After 3 months, internship was extended to 6. Now I'm told everyone has loved working with me but they're not hiring me based on lack of need for another cw. Things HAVE been slow last few weeks.

like

Burning question: Laundry Service tried to counsel Papa John’s on potential media crises and John blows it like the idiot he is. Where was Edelman in all of this? Aren’t they the PR firm?

likesmart

Any advice on how to transfer internally to another team/department?

likesmart

Wow. Just... wow. https://www.theregister.co.uk/2019/04/23/hertz_accenture_lawsuit/
Accenture sued over website redesign so bad it Hertz: Car hire biz demands $32m+ for 'defective' cyber-revamp

like

It just hit me I havent heard any UGC ideas in forever. Have we collectively given up on the idea that people will make our videos for us (and other people will watch them) or have I just been lucky?

likefunny

Creative Director or Product Design Director. Which one would you pick for the next 10 years?

like

It's refreshing to see a 🏳️‍🌈 Month ad that's NOT just the product being rainbow-wrapped. What do you think about this tagline?
"A queer drink for diverse drinkers"

Post Photo
likesmartfunny

Have a great day everyone! Things will be ok.

likeuplifting

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal