In this classic episode, I talk about why following your passion is bad, anxiety-provoking advice & how thinking about the concept of "passion" differently can open you to greater freedom and success.
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Jun 2025
How to Get Your First 1,000 Users
Today’s read is by one of my favorite startup creators, Lenny Rachitsky. The essay, How To Kickstart & Scale a Consumer Business, breaks down the seven proven strategies to acquire your first 1,000 users as a B2C startup. I’m going to read through each of the strategies, share so ... Show More
35m 6s
Sep 2024
Stop Chasing Your Passion | Ep. 627
<p>One of the biggest misconceptions in entrepreneurship is the idea of following your passion. <br/><br/>In this episode, I challenge that advice, explaining why chasing passion can lead you astray. <br/><br/>Instead, I dive into how competence breeds passion. When you focus on ... Show More
7m 48s
Jan 2025
Why Doing What You Love Keeps You Poor
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, someone considering a career change, or simply questioning the career advice you've always heard, this episode will challenge your perceptions and perhaps even change the way you think about work, passion, and wealth. Tune in to understand t ... Show More
2m 53s
Nov 2023
Why You Shouldn’t Follow Your Passion & The Rare Value of Deep Work with Cal Newport
In this episode we discuss why you should not follow your passion, the two biggest pitfalls people struggle with trying to build a career they love, the incredible importance of DEEP WORK, why deep work is so valuable and how we can cultivate it, as well as how you can structure ... Show More
52m 8s
Feb 2025
The Mindset Shift You Need
<p>If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or questioning your path, this episode is for you. I break down why so many people chase the wrong definition of success—money, status, external validation—and why true success comes from happiness, resilience, and taking action.</p>
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14m 2s
<p>In this episode you will learn:</p><ol><li>Why Victoria hates the term "find your passion" </li><li>How to figure out what it is you want to do</li></ol><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in Private Coaching with Victoria, reach out to her on Instagram or by email:</ ... Show More
