Navigating life's challenges and rediscovering a sense of purpose at work can be a transformative journey. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Geonetta, Group Product Manager at Aspira, to explore how a major life transition and a challenging work environment pushed him to reevaluate his career and personal life. Andrew shares the deeply personal experience of moving home after starting a family, a decision that brought with it significant professional and personal challenges, including the strain on his health due to a high-stress work environment.

In our conversation, we dive into the importance of acknowledging and managing emotions, the role of self-awareness in creating meaningful connections, and how to build a work culture that supports well-being and authenticity. Andrew’s journey is a powerful reminder that taking a step back, reflecting, and making intentional changes can lead to profound personal and professional growth.

Resources:

• Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn
• Read: The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle
• Read: Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown
• Read: Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink
• Read: Team dynamics: The five keys to building effective teams - Think with Google

Connect with me:

• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• selfatwork.com

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