Navigating the Ups and Downs: From Consulting to Startups and Facing Burnout
Today I revist discussions where my guests faced significant adversity in their work lives.
Shalini Chander talks about pivoting to the startup world — and while she gained valuable industry knowledge, the experience was marred by financial instability and unethical practices by the company's founder. This difficult stint was followed by a brief period at another startup focused on diabetes care, where funding issues led to job instability. Ultimately, the she found stability at Abbott, successfully pivoting to Product Management for the rest of her career.
Marshall Robins was a tech Account Executive. In his last couple of companies in this role, he encountered high-pressure environments driven by venture capital expectations and an economic downturn. He understood the importance of taking a step back from his career and getting meaningful rest when he was driven to burnout.
00:00 Shalini Leaving Consulting and Joining a Startup
00:57 Red Flags and Financial Instability
03:29 Lessons Learned and Moving On
05:57 Transition to Diabetes Startup
08:35 Marshall’s Burnout and Career Reflections