4. Golden Handcuffs & Entrepreneurial Uncertainty: Authenticity All the Way
Description
Join Maya and Olivia as they welcome Symron, a Harvard graduate and former McKinsey consultant currently working in strategy at Aesop while launching her own Food & Beverage business.
This candid conversation explores the realities of corporate culture, the true value of experience beyond prestigious names on your resume, and the raw challenges of entrepreneurship.
Expect thought-provoking debates, honest revelations about founder self-doubt, and practical insights on staying authentic while navigating professional environments.
A refreshingly real discussion filled with both humor and hard truths for anyone contemplating their career path.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
04:05 Introducing Symron
06:29 This or That: Rapid Fire Round
08:36 Themes & Deep Discussions
10:40 Insights into Consulting (& Realities of Corporate Culture)
17:32 Experience vs Brand Name
25:40 Choosing to be a Founder
30:42 Qualities (and Struggles) of a Founder
42:07 Process of Starting a Business
48:52 Having Confidence in Your Choices
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