Aligning Purpose and Paycheck: Building a Career That’s Good for You and the World with Georgi Enthoven
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What if the 90,000 hours you’ll spend working in your lifetime could be both deeply fulfilling and financially rewarding?
In this inspiring conversation, international thought leader and author Georgi Enthoven shares how professionals can align their values with their careers, creating work that not only supports their lives but also makes a meaningful impact on the world. Drawing from her book Work That’s Worth It, Georgi explores why chasing money or sacrificing income for purpose are both limiting paths, and how you can instead design a career that balances income, impact, and joy.
Together with host Gino Degregori, Georgie dives into:
Why thinking in terms of your 90,000-hour career can change the way you approach work.
The power of identifying your “one word” mission to guide decisions and growth.
How to integrate purpose into your current role, without waiting for the “perfect job.”
Practical ways to avoid burnout while still making a difference.
The myth of choosing between passion and paycheck, and how to achieve both.
Whether you’re a recent graduate, mid-career professional, or leader seeking greater fulfillment, this episode will help you see new possibilities for building a career that truly matters.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
The average career spans 90,000 hours, a powerful opportunity to align work with values and impact.
Purpose is not something you stumble upon; it’s something you actively build, starting with curiosity and a clear guiding word.
Professionals don’t have to choose between purpose and paycheck; it is possible to achieve both.
Contribution and change can begin within your current role, often with small but meaningful initiatives.
Leading with empathy and authenticity creates stronger organizations and more sustainable success.
Resources & Additional Information
🌐 Website: georgienthoven.com
📘 Book: Work That's Worth It: The Ambitious Professional's Guide for a High Impact, High Reward Career → workthatsworthit.com
📚 Recommended Reading: Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In → Amazon link
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