

Suzy Welch
Professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business, teaching the class “Becoming You”. She is focused on helping people create lives worth living and is also the author of 'Becoming You' and host of The Becoming You Podcast.
Top 10 podcasts with Suzy Welch
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371 snips
Aug 28, 2025 • 35min
Careers, Ambition, and the Next Generation — with Suzy Welch
In this engaging conversation, Suzy Welch, a bestselling author and management expert, discusses the evolving relationship between work and ambition. She reveals how younger generations are redefining success beyond traditional measures, like money and status. The duo explores the concept of 'fun employment' and its cultural significance, as well as the influence of AI on career choices. Suzy also delves into the importance of aligning work with personal values and the role of mentorship in navigating today’s complex job market.

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Sep 15, 2025 • 59min
What Should You Do With Your Life? | Suzy Welch
In this engaging discussion, Suzy Welch, an award-winning NYU professor and best-selling author, challenges listeners to consider if they are living by design or default. She uncovers the distinction between purpose and happiness, urging the identification of core values. The conversation reveals tools for envisioning a desired future and explores why knowing your passion alone isn’t sufficient. Suzy also emphasizes the importance of understanding how others perceive us, highlighting relationships and shared values in the pursuit of fulfillment.

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May 6, 2025 • 35min
The Cure for Nihilism with professor Suzy Welch
In this engaging discussion, Suzy Welch, a Professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business and author of 'Becoming You', shares her insights into living authentically. She explores the significance of purpose over passion, detailing why many struggle to recognize their own values. Suzy debunks the myth of luck, emphasizing meaningful connections and innovative thinking. She advocates for a service-oriented mindset, illustrating how contributing to the community can lead to personal fulfillment and deeper connections.

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Jul 24, 2025 • 34min
How to create a ‘transcendent’ career, with author Suzy Welch
Suzy Welch, a professor at NYU Stern and bestselling author, shares her insights on building meaningful careers. She introduces the 'Becoming You' framework, which helps align personal values with career goals and discusses the challenges of conflicting values, particularly for Gen Z. Suzy highlights the generational divide in career perspectives and the importance of authenticity in the workplace. Listeners learn practical strategies for navigating values in a rapidly changing job market, emphasizing genuine self-expression and fulfilling work.

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Jun 4, 2025 • 45min
Defining Your Values with Suzy Welch
Suzy Welch, a professor at NYU Stern and author of 'Becoming You,' dives deep into the significance of defining core values and how they diverge from virtues. She emphasizes that clarity in values can lead to greater resilience and focus in both personal and professional life. The conversation addresses the importance of self-awareness and effective communication, especially for introverts navigating anxiety. Suzy also offers tools to identify individual values, fostering authentic expressions that guide decision-making and leadership.

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Jan 29, 2026 • 24min
How smart people end up in the wrong careers
Suzy Welch, author and leadership commentator who studies values and career fit, joins to explore why high performers end up in the wrong careers. She discusses the “B+ life,” distinguishing values from virtues, cognitive aptitudes versus skills, and how AI and career awareness reshape paths. Short, sharp ideas on matching wiring, economics, and resilience keep the conversation lively.

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May 17, 2024 • 41min
The Craziest Little Question Of All: What Should I Do With My Life?
Suzy Welch, a storyteller known for transformative life moments, shares a pivotal experience that shaped her journey when she saw a group of women in dazzling hats on 5th Avenue in 1998. She discusses how this moment sparked her passion and led to the creation of her 'Becoming You' methodology at NYU. The conversation highlights the importance of curiosity, seeking mentorship, and embracing joy in making life decisions. Suzy also engages in a fun lightning round, showcasing her wit and relatable insights.

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Nov 3, 2025 • 59min
The Science of Happiness: Lessons From NYU’s Most Popular Class
Join NYU professor Dr. Suzy Welch, a bestselling author and creator of the Values Bridge, as she redefines authenticity and ambition. She shares a powerful test that helps individuals align their values with their lives. Discover what it means to transition from a B+ life to being 'exquisitely alive,' navigate the four forces derailing your dreams, and challenge the myth of work-life balance. Suzy also reveals essential money principles and how they apply to relationships, enlightening listeners on flourishing versus mere achievement.

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Nov 10, 2025 • 57min
661: Suzy Welch - How to Identify Your Core Values, Close the Authenticity Gap, and Live with Purpose
Suzy Welch, co-founder of the Jack Welch Management Institute and bestselling author, explores the intersection of values and purpose. She emphasizes that purpose requires realism, not just passion, and discusses the importance of identifying core values versus virtues. Suzy introduces a 16-value framework and highlights generational differences, particularly with Gen Z’s prioritization of self-care. She also advocates for using tools like aptitude tests and 360 feedback to enhance self-awareness and turn creative ambitions into viable careers.

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Feb 11, 2026 • 47min
How You Actually Figure Out Who You Are with Suzy Welch
Suzy Welch, author, journalist, and NYU Stern professor known for leadership and career strategy, guides listeners through how to find who you really are. She shares a practical framework linking values, aptitudes, and economic reality. Short, candid conversations cover resilience, forgiveness, humane offboarding, and why passion alone sometimes fails financially.


