Your friend and host Sophie Williams is joined by Successful Guest Annabel Rivkin, to explore the intricate relationship between work and creativity, the personal journey of defining success, and the impact of childhood experiences on adult ambitions. Annabel and Sophie explore the importance of building meaningful relationships, the power of collaboration, and the unique perspective on midlife that Annabel and her co-founder Emily have developed through their work with The Midults. They discuss the journey of writing a book, the impact of friendship during challenging times, and the complexities of navigating success and expectations in a fast-paced world.

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro

01:33 - Childhood Influences on Success

09:10 - Reflections on Age and Success

22:46 - The Illusion of Success

24:01 - The Journey into Journalism

25:24 - The Reality of Celebrity Interviews

28:32 - The Beauty Editor Experience

31:24 - Transitioning to Freelance and Consulting

34:47 - The Importance of Relationships in Success

35:51 - The Birth of The Midults

39:56 - The Romance of Friendship

44:03 - The Power of Being Seen

45:23 - The Journey of Writing a Book

47:06 - The Thrill of Creating

48:57 - Success and Its Fleeting Nature

50:56 - Redefining Success

52:34 - Navigating Advice and Vulnerability

54:11 - Giving advice professionally

56:52 - Self-Reflection and Comparison

59:07 - Embracing Who You Are

01:03:26 - Finding Joy in Success