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#171: How to Turn Your Personal Struggles into Career Growth & Success w/ Jim Cocks

Ep. 171

Low self esteem, mental health issues, stress, misaligned values, overthinking, addiction. Have you ever felt like something was wrong but have not known how to address it? It takes being brutally honest with yourself to get clarity on how to become more aligned. 


Today I am speaking to Jim Cocks about his personal and professional transformation while addressing themes such as overcoming addiction, aligning with personal values, perseverance, and the impact of mentorship. 


In this episode we discuss how you can turn your personal struggles into career growth and success.  


TOPICS:

  • Personal transformation  
  • Overcoming adversity  
  • The importance of continuous learning


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