Your friend and host Sophie Williams is joined by Successful Guest Annabel Rivkin, to explore the intricate relationship between work and creativity, the personal journey of defining success, and the impact of childhood experiences on adult ambitions. Annabel and Sophie explore the importance of building meaningful relationships, the power of collaboration, and the unique perspective on midlife that Annabel and her co-founder Emily have developed through their work with The Midults. They discuss the journey of writing a book, the impact of friendship during challenging times, and the complexities of navigating success and expectations in a fast-paced world.
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
01:33 - Childhood Influences on Success
09:10 - Reflections on Age and Success
22:46 - The Illusion of Success
24:01 - The Journey into Journalism
25:24 - The Reality of Celebrity Interviews
28:32 - The Beauty Editor Experience
31:24 - Transitioning to Freelance and Consulting
34:47 - The Importance of Relationships in Success
35:51 - The Birth of The Midults
39:56 - The Romance of Friendship
44:03 - The Power of Being Seen
45:23 - The Journey of Writing a Book
47:06 - The Thrill of Creating
48:57 - Success and Its Fleeting Nature
50:56 - Redefining Success
52:34 - Navigating Advice and Vulnerability
54:11 - Giving advice professionally
56:52 - Self-Reflection and Comparison
59:07 - Embracing Who You Are
01:03:26 - Finding Joy in Success
