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Personal Fulfillment with Margaret Weniger | Ep. 9 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd
Workers are increasingly prioritizing fulfillment alongside advancement, reshaping what they demand from their careers
Key takeaways
Career pivots often involve common decision-making patterns.
The pandemic has accelerated a shift towards balanced, human-centered work environments.
Personal growth requires self-awareness and understanding of one's strengths and passions.
Balancing professional success and personal well-being has become increasingly critical in the modern workforce. In the wake of the pandemic, many individuals are re-evaluating their career paths to find roles that offer both professional growth and personal fulfillment. According to a survey by The Muse, 75% of respondents are planning to look for a new job within the next 12 months, with work-life balance being the most important feature in a new job for 70% of them. Additionally, 78% of women cite work-life balance as essential to their career choices.
75% of respondents are planning to look for a new job within the next 12 months, with work-life balance being the most important feature in a new job for 70% of them.
How do individuals navigate this intricate balance between thriving in their careers and maintaining personal happiness?
Growthwell Podcast brings you an enlightening discussion hosted by Josh Byrd, with special guest Margaret Weniger. As an accomplished businesswoman, author, and former D1 athlete, Margaret shares her journey and expertise in building foundations that propel growth both personally and professionally.
Key Points of Conversation:
- Career Pivots and Patterns: Margaret discusses her observations from interviewing women who have made major career changes and the commonalities in their decision-making processes.
- The New Era of Work: She highlights the shift towards a more balanced and human-centered approach to work, driven by the pandemic's impact and technological advancements.
- Personal and Professional Growth: Margaret emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, intentional decision-making, and understanding one's strengths and passions to achieve both professional success and personal fulfillment.
Margaret Weniger is a dynamic businesswoman and thought leader specializing in growth strategies for individuals and organizations. With a robust background in B2B tech sales leadership, she has successfully scaled and turned around sales organizations across various industries. Margaret's passion for coaching and her research into career satisfaction makes her a sought-after speaker and author.
About the author
Experienced strategic marketing leader with a focus on strategic demand generation using data-driven techniques including Account Based Marketing (ABM), Marketing Automation, Online Advertising, Social Media, Print, and Public Relations. I love building strong teams who thrive in creatively mixing diverse marketing tactics, both traditional and modern, to realize significant revenue growth.
