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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 1H 8M

S2E4 Ana Clara Gontijo: Pursuing Your Dream and Embracing the Unknown

from The Adults' Table · host Fernanda Rodrigues

Feeling lost in your career path? Wondering if it's possible to switch lanes and find fulfillment in something new? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ana Clara Gontijo, a multidimensional entrepreneur who transitioned from fashion buying in Norway to jewelry product management and is now taking a leap to follow her passion. Discover how she navigated career challenges, the importance of extracting knowledge from every experience, and the courage it takes to pursue your dreams. 04:08 Understanding the Role of a Fashion Buyer06:57 Transitioning to Jewelry: New Challenges and Discoveries08:12 Moving to Norway and Career Growth19:54 Work Mindset in Norway vs. the U.S/Brazil29:31 Self-Esteem and Independence34:44 Facing the Fear of Change35:09 The Illusion of Job Security46:49 Extracting Value from Every Job57:15 How to Show Your Passion Over Experience in Job InterviewsFind Ana Clara Gontijo on social media:https://www.instagram.com/anaclaragontijo/https://www.tiktok.com/@anaclaramgontijoFollow The Adults' Table:https://www.instagram.com/theadultstableshowhttps://tiktok.com/@theadultstableshowWatch this episode with auto-generated subtitles on YouTube.

Feeling lost in your career path? Wondering if it's possible to switch lanes and find fulfillment in something new? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ana Clara Gontijo, a multidimensional entrepreneur who transitioned from fashion buying in Norway to jewelry product management and is now taking a leap to follow her passion. Discover how she navigated career challenges, the importance of extracting knowledge from every experience, and the courage it takes to pursue your dreams. 04:08 Understanding the Role of a Fashion Buyer06:57 Transitioning to Jewelry: New Challenges and Discoveries08:12 Moving to Norway and Career Growth19:54 Work Mindset in Norway vs. the U.S/Brazil29:31 Self-Esteem and Independence34:44 Facing the Fear of Change35:09 The Illusion of Job Security46:49 Extracting Value from Every Job57:15 How to Show Your Passion Over Experience in Job InterviewsFind Ana Clara Gontijo on social media:https://www.instagram.com/anaclaragontijo/https://www.tiktok.com/@anaclaramgontijoFollow The Adults' Table:https://www.instagram.com/theadultstableshowhttps://tiktok.com/@theadultstableshowWatch this episode with auto-generated subtitles on YouTube.

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