The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5-minute story on the night's theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show! Tonight’s theme is…

AMBITION: Prepare a five-minute story about keeping your eye on the prize. Cut-throat tactics or keeping your nose to the grindstone. Practice makes perfect, crafting your vision board or nefarious calculations. What motivated you to race to the finish line or claw your way to the top? Whether competing or collaborating, tell us what risks you took to get ahead.