Episode 83: The Myth and Reality of Passion at Work with Drew Ingle
Synopsis
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
Background and Key Links
Drew Ingle is a Fortune 100 marketing professional with a career spanning customer experience, business leadership, field sales, marketing, and brand management.
As the author of Pride Over Passion: 5 Rules to Career Satisfaction, Drew shares insights on achieving fulfillment in one's career by aligning passion with strategic career decisions. His thought leadership explores the intersection of marketing, sales, and professional development.