That Greenwich Life Podcast

Career Evolution & Rediscovering Passion After Burnout

 

Season 1 of That Greenwich Life, Episode 39 delivers a powerful reminder: who you are at your core never really changes—you just evolve.

 

This week’s guest, Samantha Yanks, is a true powerhouse in the media world. From her impressive roles at Vogue and Oprah Magazine to serving as Editor-in-Chief of Hamptons and Gotham Magazine, Samantha has witnessed and shaped the evolution of luxury media. Now, she’s channeling her expertise into her own company, Samantha Yanks Creative, and her work with Westport, Weston & Wilton Magazine and The Connecticut Edit—a go-to guide for everything Fairfield County.

 

Listen to the episode here!​

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In this episode, we dive deep into topics that resonate with so many of us:

• Career evolution

• Navigating burnout

• Rediscovering your passions

• Reinvention on your own terms

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Samantha shares her journey of leaving the fast-paced world of glossy magazines and finding her way back to storytelling, aligning with her core values and passions. It’s a conversation full of inspiration and practical insights for anyone feeling burnt out or contemplating a career pivot.​