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

Episode 85. Finding a fast growing business that is ready to grow like a rocket is tough, but we’ve all heard the stories of employees who join early and cash-in big with stock options on an exit. The nuances behind finding, nurturing and growing those companies is hard. Sometimes the great ideas with lots of momentum go to zero.

In this episode of the Lifetime at Work Podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Nahed Khairallah, an HR expert and former founder who has worked with over 100 companies. Karela shares his unique journey from IT to HR, driven by curiosity about why successful companies fail.

They discuss the common pitfalls of scaling startups, particularly issues with founders hoarding work and rapid, unmanaged hiring. Karela offers insights into identifying when to hire, fixing internal processes first, and engaging employees in the company’s vision. Learn valuable lessons on building strong organizational infrastructure and the importance of effective communication from an HR professional who emphasizes process improvement over immediate hiring.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 00:23 Meet Nahed Khairallah: HR Expert and Founder
• 01:20 Nahed's Journey into HR
• 03:39 Pro Bono Work and Building Expertise
• 11:42 Scaling Companies: Common Challenges
• 15:51 Identifying a Good Place to Work
• 21:21 Hiring the Right People for Startups
• 26:09 Hiring the Right People: Key Strategies
• 27:09 Addressing Internal Issues: A Case Study
• 34:58 Transforming Company Culture
• 42:14 The Role of HR in Scaling Startups
• 43:37 Podcast Insights and Common Themes
• 48:10 Connecting with the Podcast Host

Episode 84. M&A is an ever evolving world that we can always keep learning from. It’s a world based on relationships, but technology is creeping in more and more leaving lots to discuss with two M&A junkies.

In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host and M&A advisor himself Greg Martin interviews Kison Patel, founder and CEO of the M&A software tool, DealRoom, and host of the podcast M&A Science.

Patel shares his journey from working as an M&A advisor to transitioning into technology. They discuss the inception of DealRoom and the challenges faced in its early days, the trends and future of the M&A industry, and the benefits of integrating software tools in M&A processes. The conversation also touches on Patel's philosophies on entrepreneurship, the importance of customer feedback, and the strategic use of AI in improving efficiency.

This episode provides valuable insights for M&A professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and business.

• 00:00 Introduction to Lifetime at Work Podcast
• 00:23 Meet Kison Patel: M&A Expert and Entrepreneur
• 01:08 Kison's Journey from M&A Advisor to Tech Founder
• 02:06 The Birth and Growth of Deal Room
• 03:47 Challenges and Lessons in Entrepreneurship
• 06:47 The Role of Technology in M&A
• 12:41 Insights from M&A Science Podcast and Agile M&A Book
• 22:08 Balancing Multiple Roles and Continuous Learning
• 28:41 Advice for Aspiring Professionals and Entrepreneurs
• 38:27 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks