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Orianna Rosa Royle

Arianna Huffington says even high-flying CEOs are unhappy and feel stuck in their multimillion-dollar jobs: ‘It’s a trap’

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It’s every worker’s dream: You work hard and climb the ladder until eventually you’re rewarded with an executive title and cushy salary to go with it. But according to Huffington Post founder Arianna Huffington, the reality isn’t quite as glamorous as it looks—and plenty of CEOs, she says, are desperate to quit, despite seemingly having it all.

“Success can be a trap,” Huffington told Fortune, adding that once you’ve dedicated years of your life to honing your craft and gaining recognition, it can feel impossible to leave it all behind and start something new. Even if you’re miserable where you’re at.

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