Work That Moves Us

What does Gen Z actually want from work? And is it really so different from what the rest of us wanted, or just more open about it? In this episode I speak with Ronja Moritz, TEDx speaker and neurodivergence advocate, about what her generation is and isn't willing to compromise on at work. We get into gut feelings and red flags, the confidence it takes to leave something that looks right on pa...

Join us in this inspiring episode where Thilo shares the transformative journey of establishing the Inclusion Factory in China, a venture aimed at empowering people with disabilities through scalable, innovative employment practices. Discover how social purpose can drive business success and societal change. In this episode, we discuss: The origin story of the Inclusion Factory and why China was c...

What does it truly mean to live and lead with purpose? In this episode, Thilo Köppe shares his journey from early childhood compassion to leading purpose-driven transformation in global companies. Discover how authenticity, storytelling and strategic alignment turn purpose from a statement into an organizational DNA. Main insights include: Purpose is a strategic driver that goes beyond profit, emp...

Summary: What would you have loved to know as a child that you know now? For Linda, the answer came quickly: the language. The language to name what she was feeling. The language to ask for what she needed. The language to understand that being emotional wasn't a flaw, it was information. In this conversation, Linda and Charlotte Balfour-Poole explore what happens when we have words for what w...

In this episode, Aga sits down with Lisa Saper to explore what success really means beyond external markers like money or titles. They delve into how staying authentic, aligned with personal values, and embracing life's trade-offs shape genuine fulfillment. Key topics: The evolving concept of success across different life stages Leaving a positive impact on the world as a marker of success The...

In this episode, we explore how misalignments between humanitarian principles and business objectives can lead to ethical failures, especially when systems do not integrate accountability and governance properly. Linda and Aga discuss real-world challenges in cross-sectoral delivery models, focusing on ethical red lines, systemic gaps, and the importance of shared responsibility. Key Topics: How g...

In this episode, Linda and Aga delve into the uncomfortable question of whether individuals are living within a lie, drawing parallels from Mark Carney's speech at Davos. They explore the concept of resilience, authenticity, and the importance of aligning personal values with actions. The discussion emphasises the need for value-based realism in a fast-paced corporate culture and the courage r...

In this episode, Aga and Linda delve into the concept of purpose as an evolving journey rather than a fixed destination. They explore how our understanding of purpose can shift and grow over time, influenced by our experiences and reflections. Central to this discussion is the role of values in shaping our sense of purpose. Aga and Linda emphasise that by aligning our actions with our core values,...

In this episode of the Purposeful Futures podcast, Aga is joined by Araceli Canedo Bebbington , executive coach, entrepreneur, and board member of EMCC Global, to discuss the significance of purpose and values in navigating tough choices. Araceli shares her personal journey of discovering her purpose through a leadership training program, emphasising how it has become her inner compass for decisio...

Purpose can feel like a heavy question, something we’re supposed to figure out , define once, and get “right.”In this episode, Linda and Aga take the pressure off. They talk about purpose as something lived rather than declared, something that shows up quietly in everyday moments, especially during uncertainty, transition, and challenge. Drawing on personal experiences from restructures, humanitar...

Why does purpose at work often sound right, but feel so difficult to live day to day? In this first episode of Purposeful Futures , Linda and Aga explore what happens when leaders from corporate and humanitarian worlds realise they’re wrestling with the same questions about purpose, belonging, and leadership. Through honest stories from crisis response and corporate life, they reflect on why conne...

The humanitarian and corporate worlds look different on the surface, but the questions underneath are often the same. Purposeful Futures is a podcast about meaningful work, values, and leadership in complex systems. Through thoughtful, cross-sector conversations, hosts Linda Steinbock and Aga Pociecha explore how people navigate purpose, pressure, and change at work. For listeners who value depth...