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Sustainable Ambition

Kathy Oneto
Sustainable Ambition
Leadership
Employee Well-Being
Ambition
Personal Development
Resilience
Leadership Shock
Work-Life Balance
Creativity
Agency
Meaningful Work
Burnout
Sustainable Work Practices
Work-Life Integration
Social Impact
Innovation
Organizational Culture
Career Fulfillment
Workaholism
Executive Coaching

How do you navigate the inevitable conflicts between work and life? Not just the daily schedules or mounting responsibilities, but the tensions between your ambition for your career and your ambition for life? How do you decide what to prioritize and what to let go of? How do you decide when to speed ahead and when to ease up? These aren’t questions of work-life balance or self-care. They’re quest... more

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In the midst of rapid technological change and uncertainty about the future, how can we foster a position of agency and optimism about what comes next?

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I'm a believer in sabbaticals. But as glorious as they can be, they're also a lot like life: they rarely go exactly as planned. I have found that having ... more

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Pauses can be powerful.

There’s a Japanese concept called ma that translates literally as gap, space, or pause. In both art and life, it’s a strategic n... more

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Most of us are pretty bad at creating space for ourselves. Yet we need space for rest, for metabolizing and connecting experiences and ideas, for making ... more

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Recent Guests

DJ DiDonna
Senior lecturer at Harvard Business School; sabbatical researcher and author
Harvard Business School; The Sabbatical Project
Episode: 182. DJ DiDonna: How Sabbaticals Help Us Build Sustainable Lives
Philip VanDusen
Branding consultant based in Woodstock, New York
Self-employed branding consultant; former VP of Design at PepsiCo and Old Navy
Episode: 179. Navigating Transitions and Inflection Points with Philip VanDusen (Ambition In-Between Series)
Rebecca Hinds
Author, work transformation expert and researcher
Work Innovation Lab at Asana; Work AI Institute at Glean
Episode: 178. Rebecca Hinds: The Power of Intentional Work Design
Margaret Andrews
Author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others; Harvard lecturer and founder of the Milo Center
Harvard University (Harvard courses), Milo Center
Episode: 177. Margaret Andrews: Becoming the Leader Only You Can Be
Laura Holson
Founder of The Box Sessions; former New York Times writer
The Box Sessions
Episode: 173. Laura Holson on Inviting Creativity Back Into Your Life
Dr. Natalie Nixon
Creativity Strategist and CEO of Figure 8 Thinking
Figure 8 Thinking
Episode: 171. Natalie Nixon on Rethinking Productivity and Redesigning Work
Susan Barber
Leading visibility coach who helps quiet under-the-radar corporate leaders become visible, valued, and influential
Susan Barber Coaching
Episode: 170. Susan Barber: Be Visible, Be Valued
Wes Adams
CEO of SV Consulting Group; positive psychology researcher
SV Consulting Group; University of Pennsylvania
Episode: 169. Wes Adams and Tamara Myles: Creating Meaningful Work in Every Job, Every Day
Tamara Myles
Speaker, author, professor, entrepreneur focused on human flourishing at work
Boston College; University of Pennsylvania
Episode: 169. Wes Adams and Tamara Myles: Creating Meaningful Work in Every Job, Every Day

Host

Kathy Oneto
Host and founder of Sustainable Ambition, Kathy Oneto is an executive and life-work coach focused on helping individuals navigate the conflicts between work and life while fostering sustainable ambitions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Thoughtful, inspiring conversations

    Sustainable Ambition is a delightful listen. I appreciate the depth of preparation Kathy completes before each episode, and the reflective nature of the questions she poses. The result is a conversation that is enjoyable to listen to, changes my mindset about things I am grappling with, and provides new ways to act upon my professional aspirations. All with a generous nod to what makes it possible to sustain my progress over time, given the ups and downs of life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Mer
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Kathy’s ability to articulate provides nuggets of insight and actionable items. I enjoy her thought process as she unwraps revelations and gives practical aha moments. Her pace is soothing and her authenticity provides a comforting space to feel seen and heard. I highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.Langdon
    United States2 years ago
  • Logic meets inspiration

    Kathy’s insights and the topics she covers with her guests not only gives a voice to the inner dialogue that ambitious people hear - she also helps you process the chatter into supportive and helpful action. It’s through these relatable conversations and stories that you begin to find ways to sustain your ambition that’s relevant and applicable to you. Brava!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erica Smigielski
    United States3 years ago
  • Actionable tools and reminders

    Kathy is an accountability partner preparing you for not only the busy times but the everyday “chaos” that can come from an ambitious life if we aren’t intentional about loading our plates. Thank you for the critical reminders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kahpyt
    United States3 years ago
  • Thoughtful and engaging host asking the right questions

    Loved my interview with Kathy - with resilience as a key success factor for sustainable ambition

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Marie-Helene (MH) Pelletier
    Canada3 years ago

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Many appreciate Kathy's preparation and her ability to articulate complex topics in a relatable way, making the content enjoyable and insightful.
Feedback highlights the emotional support found within the discussions, positioning Kathy as a comforting presence guiding listeners through their ambitions.
Listeners praise the thoughtful and inspiring conversations that stimulate mindset shifts and provide actionable strategies.

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#112
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Talking Points

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165: Bree Groff on Making Work Fun
Q: What does 'brilliant work' look like beyond the obvious top-tier projects?
Brilliant work is not necessarily flashy; it is doing high-quality, impactful work that may involve challenging the mold, presenting ideas clearly, and using creativity to improve processes and outcomes.
165: Bree Groff on Making Work Fun
Q: How can someone start making their day at work more joyful?
Start by shifting mindset to expect and allow joy, then diversify sources of joy within work, whether through interactions, small changes in routines, or choosing modes of work that feel more human and authentic.
165: Bree Groff on Making Work Fun
Q: What is the role of work in our lives?
Work is neither purely burdensome nor purely transcendent; it can be a central, fulfilling part of life when approached with a middle-ground mindset and practical strategies to bring joy, humanity, and purposeful creativity into daily tasks.
170. Susan Barber: Be Visible, Be Valued
Q: Tell us why visibility is so important and how it changes career trajectories.
Visibility shifts the way others perceive your contributions; it turns hard work into recognizable impact and creates opportunities that performance alone may not secure.
179. Navigating Transitions and Inflection Points with Philip VanDusen (Ambition In-Between Series)
Q: So to start, what is the transition you're going through right now?
Philip discusses consolidating a long, multifaceted career into a more focused set of activities for semi-retirement while preserving energy for meaningful work, and explains how he evaluates what to keep, finish, or pause to create space for new possibilities.

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Conversations center around the complexities of balancing a successful career with personal well-being and fulfillment, addressing conflicts that arise between professional ambitions and life's demands. Key themes include workplace culture, emotional awareness in leadership, effective time management, and strategies for sustainable ambition, with insights into fostering healthier workplace environments and enhancing personal productivity. There is a strong emphasis on cultivating resilience, emotional intelligence, and integrating sustainable work practices that do not compromise personal values, offering listeners actionable strategies to navigate their ambitions without burnout. Unique elements include a focus on women's experiences, expe... more

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1. DJ DiDonna
2. Philip VanDusen
3. Rebecca Hinds
4. Margaret Andrews
5. Laura Holson
6. Dr. Natalie Nixon
7. Susan Barber
8. Wes Adams

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