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Alisa Murphy From Corporate Into Calling Podcasts

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Does your career look good on paper but feel wrong in your bones? If you’re stuck in corporate — exhausted by burnout, questioning your work life balance, or secretly wondering “is this really it?” — you’re not alone. And you don’t have to tolerate it. From Corporate Into Calling is your lifeline. I’m Alisa Murphy, a regenerative business mentor and former CEO who walked away from corporate systems to build meaningful work of my own. Now I help others do the same: leave behind burnout and mi ...
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In this episode, I explore the radical and often uncomfortable role of rest in finding meaningful work. Rest isn’t just recovery from burnout or a reward for productivity—it has intrinsic value, and choosing it can be an act of resistance against the corporatized, extractive ways we’ve been taught to approach work. I share a personal story that sur…
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In this episode, I explore the parallels between Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way and the path of regenerative work. Both invite us to move beyond a corporatized, extractive mindset and into a more life-giving, co-creative relationship with our work. I share my own experiences with Morning Pages and creative recovery, and reflect on why pursuing re…
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What does it means when life, work, or even the wider world feels like it’s unraveling. Instead of rushing to fix, patch, or hold things together, what if we paused to ask: is this falling apart actually necessary? On the macro level, we’re witnessing systems—colonialism, white supremacy, extractive capitalism—that need to come undone. On the micro…
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Today, I’m talking about age—and why the idea that we “age out” of value, usefulness, or the possibility of starting something new is a harmful corporate story that has no place in regenerative work. Whatever stage of life you’re in, it’s possible to consciously shape a regenerative career that’s aligned with your values, your lived experience, and…
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This week, I’m sharing what I consider to be the most essential — and perhaps most overlooked — part of any regenerative career transition: making space for change. This isn’t just about blocking out time or finding one free hour to think. It’s about creating the kind of space where real change can take root — the kind that allows something new to …
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This week, I’m sitting with the concept of waiting to respond — a strategy from Human Design that has challenged and changed me in unexpected ways. I share the story of how I went from skeptical outsider to reluctant-but-curious explorer after a reading with a trusted friend cracked something wide open in me. This idea — that I’m not meant to initi…
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This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, scattered, or second-guessing themselves on their journey toward purposeful work. Alisa shares what she’s seeing come up most often as people work through the Purposeful Income Path—plus five powerful lessons that can help anyone stay grounded, focused, and moving forward (even when life is messy). You’ll l…
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In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at what went right (and what didn’t) during the launch of my Purposeful Income Path. The launch has been beautiful from the outside — people are working through the framework out in nature, and some have already sent in their completed workbooks. But internally? I lost sight of a core principle …
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This episode is an excerpt from a live Q&A I hosted to celebrate the launch of The Purposeful Income Path—and one of the most powerful questions I received: “Not making money is something that can be frightening. It freezes my brain. I procrastinate a lot. Do you have any tips when panic arises to direct your mind back to action?” If you’re steppin…
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After 15 years as an entrepreneur, I thought I knew how to make money. But when I stepped into the unknown of regenerative work, everything shifted—my confidence, my focus, even my relationship with value. I was spiralling. In this episode, I share the simple framework that helped me find my way: seven questions I scribbled down over breakfast duri…
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If you’ve left the corporate world (or plan to) and you’re starting to explore regenerative work, there’s one thing that blocks even the most motivated people: You guessed it… money. How do I make enough to support myself and my family? How do I do that without selling out — or burning out? Where do I even start? These questions can stop you before…
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When you’re building a regenerative business, it’s easy to focus on all the doing — the strategy, the content, the offers. But none of it happens without you. And if you’re not looking after the human behind the work, the work itself starts to wobble. In this high-energy solo episode, I share 3 powerful (and slightly unconventional) ways to look af…
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Most people set financial goals that sound sensible… but feel totally flat. “Replace my salary.” “Make enough to survive.” “Hit 6 figures.” But when your goal has no real WHY behind it, it’s hard to stay motivated — especially when you’re building a career rooted in purpose, impact, or regeneration. In this short solo episode, I’ll walk you through…
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Today’s episode begins in a rain-soaked woodland, the first drops falling after weeks of dryness. It’s a moment of relief—for the land and for me. Just after finishing a wild coaching session with a client, I’m walking among the trees, reflecting on a question that’s been showing up for both of us: What do you do when you’re doing all the right thi…
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Finally the conditions were right for recording the podcast in the wild! Join me for an episode sat by a woodland stream, bathed in birdsong and providing a banquet for midges. Today I explore my deepening relationship with nature in recent years, how it is led by a childlike wonder and has inspired me to re-center play in my work. I reflect on the…
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Natalia Sanyal works with humanity-first brands to create anti-oppressive copy that’s authentic, does less harm — and still sells. For many people stepping into regenerative entrepreneurship, that can feel like an impossible paradox, but this conversation shows you how it’s done. I first connected with Natalia on LinkedIn while consciously rewildin…
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Today's episode starts in an open meadow, the ground soaked with dew and the early morning sunlight just beginning to light up the tips of trees. Immersing in nature is a key theme not only of this podcast but of all my work. Most of us have very little experience of what it means to simply BE in nature, not exercising, or walking the dog, just lis…
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The uncomfortable truth is that I started a podcast about regenerative work with expectations firmly rooted in extractive business strategy. Happily, things are about to change. This is a new format episode—but more importantly, it’s grounded in a far deeper, more authentic motivation. Listen in to discover the real “why” behind my podcast, and how…
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Capitalism has very clear ideas about what makes us valuable—to capitalism. When we consider doing our own thing or creating our own business, this is often where we start. It’s also where we get trapped, because when we focus our attention on those things, we continue to prop up the very system we want to step out of. Why are we so attached to the…
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Regeneration is restoring life and life is inconsistent. Life is cyclical. Life ebbs and flows. It has flourishing seasons of incredible, abundant growth and then it has long, long seasons where you can't see anything happening. Where everything looks dead, quiet and still. That is what I choose for myself and for my business... to change with the …
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“Regenerative” is an increasingly popular term, but what exactly does it mean in the context of work? We’re going back to basics today with a replay of my first (and most listened) episode. Discover foundational principles for a career rooted in nature. Next steps: Book a Discovery Call to learn more about Regenerative Career Coaching Subscribe to …
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What if I told you that the very things you feel awkward or ashamed about in your career could actually be your biggest strengths? What if the aspects you worry will stop people from hiring you, investing in you, or buying from you are the very things that will attract them to you? In today’s episode, I’ll help you shift your perspective on career …
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It’s time to make radical changes in your worklife. Corporations are reneging on their sustainability commitments, mass layoffs are becoming normalized, and YOU need to make empowered choices about who you are willing to work for. The goal of making change happen from inside these organizations is proving to be a fantasy. The illusion that a corpor…
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It is absolutely true that many people are not in a position to quit their corporate job and pursue purposeful, regenerative work. If you need your job to pay the bills and put food on the table, this podcast is not for you. However, if you recognize that you have reached a stage in your career with more options than most, it's time to understand w…
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Welcome to the first Q&A episode of Regenerative Worklife! This week, we’re diving into a powerful listener question: Why do we resist change, even when we know we want it? Why do we choose to stay in unfulfilling jobs instead of pursuing our dreams? Navigating out of the corporate world is complex! It takes courage to transition into regenerative …
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Money is the biggest blocker to pursuing a regenerative career, but the reality is, you’re already paying a very high price for that corporate salary. Money makes the world go round they say. The truth is that money also controls us. It traps us into jobs that we probably never intended for ourselves. It holds us back from the dreams of our childho…
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What if the missing piece in your work isn’t more strategy, effort, or even rest—but something deeper? Something that wakes you up, reminds you of who you are, and reconnects you to what matters? In this episode, I share a simple but powerful shift that has transformed my mornings—and, unexpectedly, my approach to business. It started with a pre-da…
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Are you ready to reimagine your career as part of a thriving, resilient ecosystem? In this coaching session, I work with Sara, a passionate sustainability professional who left her corporate job to pursue work more aligned with her values. Together, we explore how to balance multiple income streams, integrate creative passions, and build a meaningf…
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In this podcast episode, I invite you to rethink the role money plays in our approach to work. For many of us, money feels like the biggest obstacle standing between us and the work we truly want to do. But what if we dared to imagine a different way—one where money takes a backseat, and passion, purpose, and curiosity take the lead? I’ll share my …
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Today, I invite you to join me in exploring what community activism can teach us about regenerative work. Over the past couple of years, I’ve been part of a local campaign to save a group of mature trees in my small town. It’s been an experience filled with both grief and hope—and it’s taught me some unexpected lessons about what it means to work r…
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In this episode, I invite you to explore a different way of thinking about sustainable work—one that focuses not just on what we do, but on how we approach it. Too often, we focus on the labels, the tasks, the job titles, and the outcomes. But if the way we work leaves us drained, disconnected, and constantly pushing for more, can we truly call it …
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What happens when self-doubt creeps into your regenerative career journey? In this episode, I share a personal story of finding unexpected wisdom from the backseat of my car, thanks to my 4-year-old son’s impromptu song. Together, we’ll unpack the six reasons crises of confidence often arise in regenerative work, from letting go of old tools that n…
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Many people working in corporate sustainability—like Cloé—feel deeply frustrated by the gap between their desire to create meaningful change and the reality of their work. They’re passionate about addressing challenges like climate change, fostering stronger communities, and reconnecting with nature, but often find themselves stuck, overthinking th…
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“I’m stuck between what I want and how to make money.” “If I go into this regenerative dream, I’ll make even less money.” “What solvable issue can I tackle that will also make me money?” Sound familiar? Money worries don’t have to stop you from pursuing the career you truly want. In this episode, I’ll guide you step-by-step to create your own finan…
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In this episode, I return to the regenerative basics, joining sustainability journalist Giulia Bottaro on the Shaken Not Burned podcast. Together, we explore how professionals can transition into careers that actively support nature, climate, and community. Here’s what we cover: What “regenerative” really means and why it’s more than just a buzzwor…
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What can following the money teach us about purposeful work? If your brain is already trying to wrap itself around that question, get ready to be challenged, confused and uplifted by this conversation! Today's I'm joined by David Ko and Richard Busellato, former hedge fund managers who've taken a bold step into the world of emergent economics. Thei…
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As institutional structures falter, we must find new ways to care for each other and our world. Our careers, work, effort and livelihoods are one of the most impactful spaces that we can do that in. I don't want fear to hold you back from that purposeful work for even a moment longer. So let's roll up our sleeves, overcome those fears and get to re…
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Some conversations bring out a fire you didn’t even know you had. That’s exactly what happened when I spoke with Johan Jensen, host of the Spiritual Emergency Podcast. Johan encouraged me to dive deep into topics I often hesitate to touch on, yet are deeply relevant to regenerative career transitions. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful extr…
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What do you do when work feels unfulfilling, meaningful creative projects are calling you, but you still have to pay the mortgage? How do you nurture the seed of an idea and test whether it can grow into a viable regenerative business concept? This was the Sticking Point I explored with Harrie, in person, by a stream in my local woodland. Harrie ca…
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Pursuing a regenerative career means navigating uncharted waters, not just for yourself, but for your loved ones as well. In this episode, I explore the delicate art of discussing your career transition with partners and family members, offering insights from my own relationship and an actionable approach for creating understanding and support. I o…
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Are financial concerns holding you back from pursuing a regenerative career? Today, I tackle the often-emotional topic of money and its power to keep us trapped in unfulfilling jobs. Drawing from my own experiences and insights gained as a coach, I offer three practical strategies to help you make money while exploring regenerative work opportuniti…
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In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Howard, a former banker who made a profound shift into climate risk management. Kevin's journey from traditional finance to purpose-driven work offers valuable insights for professionals seeking meaningful career transitions. Throughout our conversation, Kevin offers a refreshing perspective on career transiti…
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In this episode, I address a common fear that holds many professionals back from pursuing regenerative careers: the belief that they lack the right qualifications. Drawing from my personal journey transitioning from acting to leading a climate tech startup, I challenge the notion of being "unqualified" and emphasize the unique value each person bri…
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In this regenerative coaching session, I guide Shweta through her journey of embracing stillness and self-discovery. We explore the delicate balance between honouring one's intuition and navigating the pressures of conventional career paths. A former aerospace engineer who is drawn to work is systems change, Shweta shares her experience of consciou…
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In this intimate episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes on my two-year journey from climate tech entrepreneur to regenerative career mentor. It's a story of trust, curiosity, and embracing the unknown – essential elements for anyone considering a similar transition. I share my personal struggles with letting go of the corporate mindset and allow…
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Immerse yourself in the second part of my conversation with Ryan James as we explore the profound shifts required for truly regenerative work. Today, we delve into the interconnectedness of all things and challenge the compartmentalised thinking that often keeps us stuck in unsustainable patterns. Ryan invites us to: Reconsider our relationship wit…
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