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
S1E40: Pivoting from Mechanical Engineer to Safari Guide: Why I Left My Desk Job for the African Bush
Listen in to an impressive pivot story from Matt Foulsham, who describes his dramatic career change as "the natural progression that I was always going to be." But how does someone go from engineering to safari guiding and feel like it was inevitable?
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It started when Matt was sitting in a gray UK office during COVID lockdown, successful in his chemical engineering career, when a single question from a friend completely derailed his carefully planned, ambitious trajectory.
Despite having what most would consider a "good job," something felt off. An offhand comment during a safari trip sparked a radical reimagining of his future.
In this episode, Matt reveals the story of his career pivot and the surprisingly practical steps he took to test whether his romanticized vision of safari guiding could become reality. You'll hear about his intense year-long training—including walking alone for miles through the African bush each day, staying constantly alert to avoid lions and leopards. He explains why he describes his current work as a "privilege" rather than just a paycheck.
You'll discover how he navigated this life-changing decision and what it really takes to become comfortable being a beginner again in your late twenties.
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