What It Means to Be an Ambitious Millenial
Ambition. An all encompassing word for millennials. The sleepless nights, the strapped for cash because you’ve blown all your money on cold brew and eating out. Some can relate, while others may have their own personal ambition related dilemmas.
Being an ambitious millennial can be great. You’re driven therefore you ultimately end up accomplishing most if not all of your goals. You are steadfast on your purpose and mission in life and you know what you want when you want it. But, with ambition comes sacrifices and as a millennial these sacrifices can sometimes become an omni-present party pooper.
Ambitious people tend to be misunderstood. Sometimes even depicted as selfish. But when you have tunnel vision and and the light at the end seems far away of course you’re going to mute out the noise.
Unlike our GenX counterparts, millennials are quick to metaphorically “jump ship” if they’re not satisfied with their current job, current partner or living situation. For the most part, if a company does not align with millennials career goals or if there is no room for career advancement a millennial for the most part will #deuce the company (YOLO).
Ambitious people also tend to be less emotionally charged when it comes to dealing with things as they view things as transactions.
Below, I have listed some of the pros and cons of being an ambitious millennial.
THE PROS
- You’re independent: Ambitious millennials tend to be HIGHLY independent and this stems for the fact that many of them spend a lot of time alone pursuing their goals.
- They’ll motivate you: Ambitious people tend to motivate those within their circle. Whether that be promoting their friends brand or helping you out with your own life purpose these people tend to radiate positive energy when helping those in need.
- They get the job done: No matter what, ambitious people will always get the job done. No matter how long it takes them, ambitious people have an end goal and will not stop until they achieve their goals.
- They appreciate the small wins: To ambitious people, small wins illustrate they’re getting closer to end game!
THE CONS
- Your dating life may feel stagnant: If you’re someone with a lot of ambition you have or currently find yourself having a difficult time dating. It’s not the landing the dates part that may be difficult but finding a partner who understands and respects your ambition.
- You may be seen as too career driven: Some of the most ambitious people I have met are super career driven which is great but it’s also good to realize that there’s more to life than just your career.
- You don’t have time for small talk: Many ambitious people like to hang with an intention or purpose. You may appear strapped for time and like to get from point a to b in a timely manner.
-The Lone Ranger
