Work That's Worth It
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 different way. That much is clear.
Thankfully many young professionals like you want careers that provide income along with impact. More importantly, you are looking for work worth your valuable time, allowing you to be part of something bigger. However, finding real examples across various industries to achieve this balance is challenging. Fortunately, the Work That’s Worth It podcast connects those dots for you.
Each episode features an inspiring ‘Disruptor for Good’ who has transformed their career hours into a powerful force for positive change. Join host Georgi Enthoven for casual, insightful interviews featuring extraordinary role models from around the globe. The hand-picked guests demonstrate how they aligned their ambitious contributions to the world with matching compensation. They will show you that it is possible to combine a worthwhile contribution with meaningful compensation by investing in yourself and making intentional choices.
Whether you're a recent graduate or an ambitious young professional eager to make a difference, Work That’s Worth It offers a roadmap to turn your career into a vehicle for personal growth and a positive impact. Don’t wait for your ‘second act’ in your career. Tune in now to unlock your potential and start creating the change you wish to see in the world from the get-go.
Work That's Worth It
S1E33: The Hobby That Wouldn't Die: From BCG Strategy Consultant to Full-Time Animator
What if you had a great, financially lucrative job, but knew that something was missing? Anthony Koithra spent over a decade at Boston Consulting Group—one of the top three strategy firms—working on massive national projects, all while making films on weekends and recruiting 20 colleagues for a 48-hour film festival.
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In this honest conversation, Anthony reveals the real grind of consulting life: living out of suitcases, working in airport offices for European airlines, and the constant tension between financial security and creative fulfillment.
Anthony shares how he finally made the leap from a lucrative partner track to full-time animation, why he calls creativity "the hobby that wouldn't die," and his advice for having multiple careers over his working life.
If you've ever felt trapped between what you "should" do and what sets your soul on fire, this episode will give you permission to take the scenic route—and maybe even a roadmap for how to weave in and fund your creative dreams along the way.
Resources:
• Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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