Ambition

Ambition

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Heard in 3 episodes across 3 shows since Jun 2026

Ambition is a character trait that describes individuals who are driven to improve their social standing, achieve success, or reach lofty goals. It is often characterized by a strong desire for personal advancement, honor, power, or distinction. While historically viewed with mixed moral perspectives, it is widely studied in psychology and sociology as a key motivator for achievement.

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3
across 3 shows

First heard

Jun 2026

Expert statements

2
1 positive · 1 negative

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2 statements · 1 positive · 1 negative

  1. Chris WilliamsonNegativeAug 8, 2026· Modern Wisdom

    Extreme ambition and work capacity will likely decline over five to ten years.

    “in five years or 10 years time, you're gonna look back at this period where you were completely obsessed and driven and riven by your desire to achieve things and go, oh, fuck. Working at that same work rate now is so much harder than it was back then.”

    Listen at 1:24:21

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  2. Matthew McConaugheyPositiveJul 24, 2026· The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

    Aiming high and falling short is better than aiming low and failing.

    “Rather you shoot for an A and make a C. It's better than shooting for C and making an F now.”

    Listen at 11:46

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Episodes

3 episodes featuring Ambition, newest first