Work That's Worth It

In this moving conversation, Martina Halloran reveals how leading Dr. Hauschka USA transcends typical corporate leadership. **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapters FREE here .** From her childhood on the free lunch program to becoming CEO of a pioneering natural skincare brand,...

In this episode, I chat with Debbie Sterling—founder of GoldieBlox, Stanford-trained engineer, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Toy of the Year award winner, and TEDx speaker—for a powerful conversation on what it takes to own your strengths and quiet the inner (and outer) naysayers.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, nee...

In this powerful episode, we meet Elca Grobler, a remarkable leader who left behind a lucrative career in finance to answer an undeniable calling to fight gender-based violence in India. **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapters FREE here .** Discover how her organization has peac...

Today, you'll hear from an extraordinary entrepreneur who is not just building a billion-dollar company, but audaciously tackling one of the world's most pressing health challenges: reversing diabetes and obesity for one billion people. **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first c...

In this episode, host Georgi Enthoven interviews Scott Curran, a former corporate lawyer who followed his curiosity to become general counsel at the Clinton Foundation during what he calls "the modern golden age of philanthropy."  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapter...

When I set out to write Work That’s Worth It, I knew I wanted to learn from inspiring companies like Patagonia, the icon of purpose + profit. I was fortunate to connect with Vincent Stanley, one of their very first employees, and his insights offered a rare, behind-the-scenes glimpse into how a purpose-driven company actually brings its values to life through its everyday choices. **Ready to love...

Former business litigator Kristin Connor shares how her son's cancer diagnosis transformed her career path, leading her to establish a nonprofit focused on underfunded pediatric cancer research.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapters FREE here .** Connor dispels the myth...

Migration scholar Dr. Deniz Sert shares her passionate mission to improve migration governance and advocate for more humane policies for displaced people, revealing how her work in Turkey—one of the world's largest refugee host countries—bridges academia, policy consulting, and advocacy.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop...

Fertility specialist Dr. Danielle Lane shares her remarkable journey from ambitious medical student to successful fertility clinic founder, illuminating the unique challenges underrepresented physicians face in healthcare.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapters FREE here .** W...

In a time when DEI initiatives face growing scrutiny, Amy Willard-Cross offers a fresh perspective on advancing women's interests in the corporate world - through the power of data and consumer choice.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapters FREE here .** As founder of Gen...

Ever wonder how to actually break into politics? This episode breaks down the surprisingly accessible path to a career in public service, where the main requirement isn't fancy credentials - it's simply caring about issues that matter. Our first politician on the show: Laura Capps takes us behind the scenes of a public service career, from White House intern to making change at the local...

Keep putting yourself out there and following your curiosity! Joining us today is the CEO of Tuuli, Vithusan Vimal, a man who is no stranger to taking leaps in his career. In this episode, you’ll hear all about Vit’s career and his company Tuuli, what makes his work worth it, some alarming facts about climate change, how Vit’s work is fighting it, and so much more!  **Ready to love your Mondays? B...

What started in investment banking provided the foundation for a remarkable career – meet Ana Maria Aristizabal, a masterful connector of worlds who proves that you don't have to choose between depth and breadth in building an impactful career. From those early days in finance to pioneering EdTech in Latin America, from teaching at Columbia to advising The Resource Foundation, Ana Maria demon...

"Start where you are, use what you have, and do what you can." These words from Arthur Ashe perfectly capture Miranda Lindl O'Connell's inspiring journey from Big Law to impact investing. Now Senior Counsel of Impact Investments at Builders Vision, Miranda demonstrates how to strategically build a career that marries financial success with social impact.  **Ready to love your M...

In this episode of Work That's Worth It, Evan Jones takes us on a journey from corporate climber to impact-driven leader, revealing how solving South Africa's youth unemployment crisis became more than just a job—it became his calling. Far from a typical career pivot, Evan's story is a lesson in finding purpose, with a twist: the most rewarding work isn't just about what you ac...

Meet Christine Kenna, a General Partner at IGNIA who embodies the art of relationship-driven venture capital in Latin America. While many focus on the technical aspects of VC, Christine's success stems from her extraordinary ability to build and nurture meaningful connections – whether with entrepreneurs, fellow investors, or through the powerful women's networks she's created acros...

Is Big Law’s relentless grind the only path for lawyers? Brad DeJean doesn’t think so. In this episode of Work That’s Worth It, we explore how Brad and the Clean Energy Counsel are redefining the legal industry by prioritizing balance, purpose, and impact, all while leading the way in renewable energy law.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&am...

Meet Luiza, a Gen Z professional who shatters stereotypes and exemplifies what makes her generation uniquely positioned to transform corporate impact.  **Ready to love your Mondays? Buy 'Work That's Worth It' now - Amazon , B&N , Bookshop.org . OR, need more convincing? Get the first chapters FREE here .** Fresh out of college, she landed a role that didn't exist when she g...

Can you balance purpose and profit in your career? In this episode of Work That’s Worth It, Georgi Enthoven is joined by Mark Newberg, founder and president of Stockbridge Advisors, to discuss how impact and income can coexist. With over 15 years in the impact economy, Mark’s expertise spans impact investing, policy advising, and guiding organizations to integrate impact into their strategies.  **...

Meet Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty, whose entrepreneurial journey is redefining success in the cosmetics industry through the lens of her Indigenous heritage. As one of North America's first Indigenous-owned beauty companies, Cheekbone Beauty isn't just creating space for representation – it's paving the way for Indigenous youth to see themselves in C-suites and boardroom...

You are rich in hours—around 90,000 of them!  For many of you, repeating the professional paths of your parents is not appealing. Particularly because their career choices often lacked purpose and put our planet in danger. Or they devoted their lives to a great cause, but money was scarce. You are craving a broader definition of “success” and need inspiration and role models to show you a differen...