
The Dark Side of Ambition
Published: August 28, 2026
Duration: 22:03
What happens when ambition stops being a strength and becomes an obsession?We are taught to admire highly ambitious people: the ones who work harder, sacrifice more, set bigger goals and refuse to give up. But there is a darker side to ambition that rarely gets discussed. At what point does discipline become obsession? When does determination turn into ruthlessness? And what happens when achieving your goals becomes more important than the people around you?In this episode, we explore the psychology of ambition, obsession, success and personal growth, including how relentless pursuit can change the way you treat colleagues...