Identity and success often get intertwined for high-achieving professionals, leading to a fear of failure that can be paralyzing. Arthur C. Brooks, a professor at Harvard Business School and coauthor (with Oprah Winfrey) of ‘Build the Life You Want,’ delves into the complexities of professional identity and offers a unique approach to overcoming the fear of losing your edge at work.
For more on balancing your work and your life, be sure to check HBR’s Big Idea on Overcoming Overwork: https://s.hbr.org/3zrkMDy