A Spark Of Awareness

111. Success In Business Will Not Bring You More Happiness - with Miska Katkoff


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"What if I build my own company? What if I have more money? Then, I will be happier!"


In this episode, Sophie interviews Miska Katkoff, founder of Deconstructor of Fun and former CEO of Savage Games, to reflect on the journey post-acquisition from PlayStation Studios in 2022.


We discuss the definition of success and the common pressures individuals face in attaining it. Miska shares his personal experience navigating his sense of achievement, dealing with external validation, and the value he places on self-reliance. He discusses the importance of understanding personal values and setting personal goals instead of adopting those prescribed by others. He also encourages listeners to seek therapy as a tool for understanding oneself and promoting mental health. We also touch on the role money plays in their definitions of success.




Link to the MindJournal mentioned in the episode.




00:47 Discussing the Concept of Success


01:38 External Success vs Internal Success


06:24 The Role of Comparison in Success


07:47 The Importance of Setting Personal Goals


11:05 The Role of Money in Defining Success


21:18 The Impact of Material Possessions on Happiness


24:27 The Importance of Therapy in Stressful Times


24:55 The Role of Therapy in Personal Growth


25:54 The Impact of Stress on Personal Relationships


27:13 The Struggles of Startup Life


28:17 The Power of Normalizing Therapy


28:38 Overcoming Prejudices and Resistance to Therapy


29:31 The Importance of Mental Training


30:56 The Journey of Self-Discovery through Therapy


31:24 The Role of Coaching in Personal Development


34:48 The Impact of Upbringing on Success Drive


37:34 The Importance of Self-Realization and Serving Others


44:18 The Power of Journaling and Self-Reflection


45:33 The Persistence of Internal Issues Despite Success




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