Is work-life balance realistic for ambitious professionals?
Replied byGaurav Jalan
Founder at MPokket
Niche: Finance
Revenue: Estimated $4M-$8M USD/month
Location: Kolkata, India
Started: 2016
I believe balance in life is important, but I do not separate work from life. Work is part of life. When you find work that aligns with your purpose and values, the need to constantly balance the two becomes much less significant because they naturally complement each other.
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