Uncage Yourself

21: Shiv Singh - Your Why Is the Way

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OVERVIEW

We're joined today by Shiv Singh, Founder of Emerge Management Consulting. Shiv is a compelling example of what it means to "look inside" and figure out what you've been put on this planet to do. We hear a lot about "find your why," but Shiv demonstrates how to put the concept into action — even if it requires going against societal norms. Lots to learn here, from both a career and life perspective.

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TAKEAWAYS

  • "Early life" pressures (e.g., educational success) might be subconsciously driving your career and life choices — to your detriment.
  • An overemphasis on external validation is dangerous; we must balance it with finding success internally.
  • Your "why" is your compass (and your criteria) for making daily micro-decisions that add up to a meaningful, fulfilled life.
  • Diving into entrepreneurship removes the safety net and forces you to gauge what you're truly capable of.
  • Rather than fixating on an exact route to a single career destination, stay nimble and explore multiple paths that feel directionally "right."

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    TIMESTAMPS

    [2:12] Pillars of life

    [8:12] Associating academic & career success

    [13:23] Striving for never-ending external validation

    [17:15] Taking a leap of faith “on myself”

    [22:20] The forcing function for your growth

    [26:28] Don’t obsess over goals; one meaningful step at a time

    [32:44] Joys & hardships of being on your own

    [34:38] The Pathless Path

    [37:09] Reconciling your professional & personal selves

    [41:10] Mental health in management consulting

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    RESOURCES

    Related episode (#17): Self-Reliance

    Connect w/ Shiv on LinkedIn

    Check out Shiv's business: Emerge Management Consulting

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