In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jim Braun about pursuing what you are passionate about. Jim Braun shares the story of how he left his stable corporate job and 2 degrees to do what he loves the most. He also gives advice to young people still figuring out what they want to do for the rest of their professional lives. 

Some highlights:

Jim Braun’s career as an aerospace engineer and how he found out it wasn’t for him

Why Jim Braun pursued his MBA 

How reading books helped Jim realize what he is truly passionate about

Jim Braun on giving up his 2 degrees to pursue his passion

Why following your passion doesn’t necessarily mean the riches will follow, and why it’s still worth it in the end

Advice to young people about pursuing their passion

Mentioned:

What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles

Do what You Love, the Money Will Follow by Marsha Sinetar

Marianne Williamson, author

Connect with Jim Braun:

Jim Braun on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-braun-4b50001/)

Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:

MahanTavakoli.com (https://mahantavakoli.com/)

More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: 

PartneringLeadership.com (https://www.partneringleadership.com/)

Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:

Mahan Tavakoli Website (https://mahantavakoli.com/)

Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/)

Partnering Leadership Website (https://www.partneringleadership.com/)