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“Wanting success means you deserve attention, opportunities or results.”
Sniffing Out the Bullsh*t · Season 1 · Episode 34
Entitlement BS
This episode examines “Entitlement BS”, showing why opportunity is not owed; value, contribution, relationships and consistent action still have to be earned.
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Opportunity is not owed; value, contribution, relationships and consistent action still have to be earned.
Episode summary
Opportunity is not owed
Sabrina Chevannes-Denman addresses the rise of entitlement among employees and entrepreneurs following the Covid-19 pandemic. Sabrina discusses how shifts in workplace culture, exaggerated by social media narratives, have led to unrealistic job expectations and inflated self-worth among job seekers and new entrepreneurs.
She shares insights on managing hiring challenges, the impact of ‘quiet quitting,’ and the dangers of entitlement in startup culture. The episode concludes with practical advice on selecting the right candidates and founders while maintaining clear boundaries and adhering to reality-tested evaluations.
Key takeaway
Opportunity is not owed; value, contribution, relationships and consistent action still have to be earned.
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