Careers, Ambition, and the Next Generation — with Suzy Welch | Prof G Conversations

Scott speaks with Suzy Welch, bestselling author and longtime management thinker, about how our relationship to work and ambition is changing. They discuss why younger generations are rethinking success, the fading idea of “work as identity,” and the tension between money, loyalty, and meaning in today’s workplace. Suzy also shares her insights on leadership, parenting, and what really matters in building a life of purpose. Follow Suzy, @SuzyWelch. Timestamps 00:00 - In This Episode 00:43 - What is the core idea behind your book “Becoming You”? 02:02 - What is your definition of purpose? 03:27 - What do you mean by happiness being an outcome, not a goal? 05:07 - What is the area of transcendence? 11:11 - Ad Break 12:29 - If a student says their only goal is making money, how would you respond? 16:42 - What defines success in banking and consulting, and how is that changing? 19:29 - How can young people tell when to change careers? 23:25 - Ad Break 23:29 - How should we prepare students for AI-driven job disruption? 26:46 - What is “funemployment” and how has it evolved? 28:25 - What advice do you have for parents balancing work and parenting? Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://links.profgmedia.com/youtube-... Want more Prof G? Check out everything we're up to at https://links.profgmedia.com/home #scottgalloway #suzywelch #newyork #nyu #nyustern #podcast #podcastshow #profg #university #professor #career #ambition #genz #becomingyou