The Not My Job Pod
The Not My Job Pod
Podcast Description
The Not My Job Pod is a podcast hosted by Emily Gant about work, people, and the weird stuff in between. Emily works in Tech and likes to occasionally leave her bubble.She’s chatting to people with non-tech jobs, strong opinions, and good stories. From fast food workers to international school teachers, from burnout to bureaucracy... it’s funny, honest, and probably more relatable than it should be. Come for the interviews, stay for the existential dread (and occasional laughs). Enjoy a new episode every Monday.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores a range of topics related to work culture, personal experiences, and societal insights, featuring episodes such as discussions on the nuances of teaching ESL, experiences in fast food jobs, and reflections on burnout and workplace bureaucracy. Episodes delve into how people navigate their roles and share stories that highlight the connection between work and personal identity.
The Not My Job Pod is a podcast hosted by Emily Gant about work, people, and the weird stuff in between. Emily works in Tech and likes to occasionally leave her bubble.
She’s chatting to people with non-tech jobs, strong opinions, and good stories. From fast food workers to international school teachers, from burnout to bureaucracy… it’s funny, honest, and probably more relatable than it should be.
Come for the interviews, stay for the existential dread (and occasional laughs). Enjoy a new episode every Monday.
In this solo episode, Emily Gant reflects on her life experiences and shares her personal insights through the lens of the '10 unwritten laws of life.' She discusses her recent milestone of turning 35, the shift from goal-oriented thinking to finding joy in the present, and the importance of effort in friendships. Emily also explores the nuances of money in relationships, the difference between being tired and burnt out, and her love for cities, particularly Paris. The episode concludes with thoughts on the comfort of silence in relationships and a newfound perspective on aspirations.
Takeaways
- Turning 35 brings a mix of reflections and realizations.
- Life experiences shape our understanding of age and maturity.
- Shifting from numerical goals to enjoying the process is liberating.
- Effort in friendships is crucial for maintaining connections.
- Money attitudes can impact relationships significantly.
- Listening is often more valuable than offering unsolicited advice.
- Recognizing the difference between tiredness and burnout is essential.
- Cities can evoke deep emotional connections, similar to relationships.
- Silence in friendships can be a sign of comfort and understanding.
- It's okay to appreciate what you have without constantly striving for more.
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