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Don’t Waste Time, Work That’s Worth It with Georgina Enthoven

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Episode 86. If we each have 90,000 hours to work in our lives, what’s the best use of this time? What is the best way to balance the “feel good” part of your work with the “making money” park?

In this episode of the Lifetime at Work Podcast, host Greg Martin welcomes Georgina Enthoven, a venture capitalist and author of 'Work That's Worth It'. They discuss Georgina's global career experience, the struggle of balancing income with meaningful impact, and the importance of finding a job that aligns with personal values.

Key topics include the effective altruism movement, the societal pressures young professionals face, and strategies for finding fulfilling career paths that combine income and impact. Georgina also shares insights from her book and personal journey, highlighting the need for rewarding career choices that align with both financial and altruistic goals.

The conversation touches on the influence of having children, the role of role models, and provides practical advice for young professionals aiming to make a positive difference in the world through their careers.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:23 Meet Georgina: A Journey Across Continents
01:15 Balancing Ambition and Heart in a Career
02:11 The Struggle Between Income and Impact
03:43 Finding Fulfillment in Meaningful Work
05:16 The Importance of Aligning Career with Values
08:16 Effective Altruism and Personal Fulfillment
10:19 Real-Life Stories of Impactful Careers
13:29 Navigating Financial Pressures and Career Choices
14:43 The Concept of 'Enough' and Career Satisfaction
15:43 Personal Reflections on Career and Impact
22:51 Advice for Young Professionals Seeking Impactful Careers
23:57 Exploring B Corps and Ethical Companies
24:30 Combining Income and Impact in Various Industries
24:59 Strategic Career Moves for Greater Impact
25:54 Balancing Career and Personal Life
31:41 The Role of Financial Security in Career Choices
33:32 Elon Musk as a Role Model
39:35 Introducing the Book: Work That's Worth It
42:22 The Importance of Community and Connections
44:40 Podcast and Final Thoughts