The Heart of a Job: Your "How To" Love What You Do
"The Heart of a Job" is an epi-series podcast that explores our innate desire to find joy, purpose, and satisfaction in what we do. Hosted by two good friends and seasoned professionals who are passionate about helping people excel, our podcast is focused on the concept of community learning - where our guests offer practical tips on how they love what they do.
Episodes
19 episodes
Episode 18: "Wired for Work + Wellness," with Brad Shuck
An internationally recognized expert, Brad is a professor at the University of Louisville and co-founder of OrgVitals, Data-Driven Employee Experience Management. He combines unique research with inspiring storytelling to help organizations bui...
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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57:39
Episode 17: "Make Your Work Worth It," with Christopher Wong Michaelson
Christopher blends philosophy, ethics, and 25 years of business experience to help people and organizations reflect on what truly matters in their work. His writing spans from The New York Times to The Athletic, covering topics from love to foo...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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44:27
Episode 16: "Build as You Grow," with Jenny and Dave Marrs
Dave found his creative side fulfilled through building after years in the corporate world. Jenny thought she’d work in PR in NYC, but life took her to Arkansas, where she and Dave started a building business. After years of moving and learning...
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41:20
Episode 15: "Great Things Aren't Effortless," with Katie and Nick Bartelt
Nick grew up in his family’s business with a knack for problem-solving, while Katie spent time in medical sales before finding her passion in education. Together, they co-founded Mobius in Bentonville, an afterschool program offering a camp-lik...
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42:57
Episode 14: "Follow the Energy," with Rachael and Kyle Conrad
Rachael always dreamed of being a police officer but fell in love with makeup and hair, while Kyle thought he’d work in a factory until he discovered his passion for cutting hair. They met by chance at a hair show and now work as a dynamic duo....
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41:02
Episode 13: "A Dream and a Chihuahua," with Christine Kassekert
Christine always dreamed of being a veterinarian and owning a vet clinic. She's made that dream a reality, both professionally and personally. In this episode, learn:How to set an example for those who will come next to...
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35:47
Episode 12: "Love and Money," with Alissa Partee
Alissa has had a unique and interesting career journey, with a background in both Finance and HR. Alissa is now a Chief People Officer, and she shares some unexpected perspectives on work.In this episode, learn:How love come...
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36:31
Episode 11: "We Are All Who We Once Dreamed of Being," with Heather Boschke
After a great career in Marketing in the corporate world, Heather struck out on her own as a fractional leader. During the pandemic, she listened to her heart and started focusing on her artwork as well.In this episode, learn about:...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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41:30
Episode 10: "You Don't Get Always," with Claire Babineaux-Fontenot
Claire is a planner who deviated from, and then returned to, her plan. At 51, Claire knew there was more to do in her career but she wasn't sure just what that was. A life changing experience led her to make a major change. Now she leads Feedin...
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59:56
Episode 9: "Ride the Waves," with Allison O'Toole and Sarah Waite
Allison and Sarah have had amazing career journeys independent of each other, until they joined forces at Second Harvest Heartland. Now they are leaders of a dynamite team that has set a goal to cut hunger in half in Minnesota by 2030, and they...
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56:23
Episode 8: "Many Paths to Happiness," with Ellie Bertani
Ellie's openness to "try anything once" led to an amazing career journey and a fulfilling personal life. She now leads a non-profit focused on economic mobility, The Gitlab Foundation.In this episode, learn:To stay open and ...
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47:17
Episode 7: "An Accidental Many Things," with Jennifer Polzin
Jen Polzin never set out to lead a non-profit focused on promoting safety, hope and healing, but that's where her journey took her. When Jen was six years-old, her mother advocated for her to sit in on her college classes because she didn't hav...
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34:29
Episode 6: "It's All About Mindset," with Jennifer Seidner
Jennifer Seidner has had a fascinating and inspiring journey. She spent over 20 years working for Walmart and made a pivot a few years ago to VP of Talent for Torchy's Tacos. As she was making this major career change, Jennifer experienced a pe...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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41:05
Episode 5: "Decide Who You Want to Be, and Take It From There," with Andria Thomas
As a child, Andria Thomas wasn't sure what she wanted to be when she grew up, but she is far from indecisive. Andria's identity, and who she wants to be have guided her career journey in a fascinating way that has led her to her curren...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:00
Episode 4: "Provoke Curiosity," with Blair Bennett
Meet Blair Bennett. Blair's career story has some amazing twists and turns, from starting in politics and working as a lobbyist to now leading Talent Acquisition for one of the world's most respected and recognizable brands, PepsiCo.In ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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43:35
Episode 3: "Risk and Reinvent," with Jane Behrends
Jane Behrend's career has taken an incredible path, from working in diplomatic service for the European Commission in Damascus to leading change for large organizations like Walmart, Target, Nike and ABM Industries. An expert in transformation,...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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54:56
Episode 2: "Authentic Advocate: A Case Study," with Rachel Hooke
Meet Rachel Hooke. After training as a medical doctor, Rachel has spent over 25 years working as a patent attorney. Rachel is known for her authenticity and advocacy. She’s grown an amazing career and also raised three successful children. How ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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46:55
Episode 1: "Get Yourself a Clown Suit," with David Scott
Ndy and Angela worked for Dave Scott at Walmart. Dave has been leading teams for over 25 years. Over his career, Dave has been known for some major things: developing talent (he has led and mentored more than 25 HR leaders who are now CHROs), a...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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37:08