We’re told again and again in the business world that the way to be successful is to follow your passion and to be authentic. Jill Smokler, the founder of the infamous mom blog Scary Mommy, achieved entrepreneurial success doing just that. But she has also faced some darker times, especially after selling her company.
She speaks with host Morra Aarons-Mele about how your mental health can suffer when you achieve your dreams, and where she is today.
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