How to find a career you love – for gen Z and everyone else: ‘You don’t want your life’s compass to be dread’
Summary
Journalist Jodi Kantor wrote a book called How to Start to help young people find meaningful work amid difficult social and political times. The book was inspired by her talks with anxious students at Columbia University and her own life changes, including a cancer diagnosis and turning 50. Kantor’s work often focuses on early career challenges and social issues like the #MeToo movement.Key Facts
- Jodi Kantor gave a speech at Columbia University during a time of protests and campus unrest.
- President Trump ordered a $400 million federal funding cut to Columbia, later reinstated after a settlement.
- Columbia students expressed anxiety about finding life’s work in a troubled world.
- Kantor’s book How to Start offers practical advice for young people and others seeking career direction.
- The book was written during a personal transition for Kantor, including her breast cancer diagnosis.
- Kantor helped expose sexual assault allegations against Harvey Weinstein, sparking the #MeToo movement.
- She noticed rising fear and cynicism among young people about starting their careers.
- Kantor’s daughter and her friends also inspired her insights on today’s youth challenges.
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