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How can business help solve society’s biggest challenges? Welcome to Take on Tomorrow, the award-winning podcast from PwC that examines the biggest problems facing society and the role business can—and should—play in solving them. Hosts Femi Oke and Lizzie O’Leary talk to industry innovators, tech trailblazers and visionary leaders from around the globe about timely topics: from the climate transition to AI and data; and from the future of food to how we build, move and power the world.
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Are you actively managing your career, or is your career managing you?
In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O’Brien sits down with Sergey Gorbatov, a professor, consultant, and career strategist, for a deep dive into what career success really means and how to take ownership of your professional journey. Together, they explore the critical difference between drifting through your career and intentionally crafting a path that aligns with your authentic values, strengths, and aspirations. Whether you've found yourself following someone else’s trajectory, feeling stuck, or questioning your direction, this conversation delivers actionable advice on getting clear about your goals and making confident decisions.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
- Why defining your personal career success is the first step to satisfaction, and why it’s different for everyone.
- Exercises to uncover your core values and strengths, and why values are your decision-making signposts.
- When to know it’s time to leave a job, and why staying in toxic environments can be damaging.
- The transformative power of taking intentional, “toward” moves, rather than waiting for external forces to change your career.
Related Topics Covered:
Self-awareness, Purpose at Work, The Power of Choice, Achievement vs Happiness
Connect with Aoife O’Brien | Host of Happier at Work®:
Connect with Sergey Gorbatov | Consultant, educator, and thought leader:
- Sergey’s co-authored books:
https://www.amazon.com/Fair-Talk-Three-Powerful-Feedback/dp/1912555093
https://www.amazon.com/Move-Up-Secrets-Develop-Career/dp/1292730307
Related Episodes You’ll Love:
Episode 136: Excel in your Zone of Genius with Ian Hatton
Episode 254: How to Progress your Career with Purpose with Rumana Shaikh
Episode 257: How to Think Strategically about Your Career
About Happier at Work®
Happier at Work® is the podcast for business leaders who want to create meaningful, human-centric workplaces. Hosted by Aoife O’Brien, the show explores leadership, career clarity, imposter syndrome, workplace culture, and employee engagement — helping you and your team thrive.
If you enjoy podcasts like WorkLife with Adam Grant, The Happiness Lab, or Squiggly Careers, you’ll love Happier at Work®.
Join Aoife O’Brien for weekly insights on leadership, workplace culture, career clarity, imposter syndrome, and creating work that works for you.
Website: https://happieratwork.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappierAtWorkHQ
Mentioned in this episode:
Thriving Talent Book
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