Zones for Economic Development with Juan Torrents – Startup Societies Podcast Episode 39

Emmy Sobieski discusses a career development strategy centered around investing your time wisely. She highlights common mistakes talented professionals make when chasing startup equity that often ends up worthless, advocating instead for a mindset shift: treating career growth like an investment portfolio. By balancing risk and reward—choosing roles that offer both personal fulfillment and scalable impact—she advises listeners to focus on projects with real equity, meaningful learning opportunities, and strong community networks. The episode encourages reflecting on how each hour spent aligns with long‑term goals rather than short‑term allure