The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway · May 6, 2026 · 23m

Landing Your First Senior Role + The Friendship Recession

Scott Galloway shares advice on advancing from individual contributor to senior leadership by earning the role through impact rather than tenure. He also addresses the growing friendship recession, explaining its root causes and offering practical strategies to rebuild meaningful connections. Finally, he pushes back on the 'follow your passion' mantra, arguing that mastery and skill development are more dependable routes to a fulfilling career.

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The Friendship Recession

Galloway discusses the decline in close friendships, particularly among men, and why it's a real crisis with practical steps to rebuild connections.

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Editorial

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Earning Your First Senior Role

Galloway explains how to transition into a senior leadership role by actually earning it rather than merely occupying the title.

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Mastery Over Passion

Galloway argues that pursuing mastery in a skill, rather than chasing a vague passion, is the more reliable path to a career you love.

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