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The Marketing Companion

From Paycheck to Purpose: Why I Stopped Growing My Business

Dec 27, 2023
Mark Schaefer discusses his transition from money-driven decisions to those that bring joy, along with the five-stage career journey. The podcast covers the influence of Kevin Kelly and Sasha Dictor in global impact work, the difference between Kronos and Chiro's time, and finding contentment and stillness in life. Choosing joy and prioritizing values are also highlighted, along with demographic changes and moving from a self-centric to contribution-focused mindset.
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Quick takeaways

  • Prioritizing joy in one's career leads to a fulfilling and meaningful work life.
  • Generosity and acts of kindness create moments of impact and contribute to long-term joy and fulfillment.

Deep dives

Career evolution and the stages of a career

The podcast discusses the concept of career evolution and the five stages of a career. The first stage is focused on avoiding mistakes, while the second stage involves going beyond the required tasks and learning new things. The third stage is exploration, where individuals try different roles to find their strengths. The fourth stage is about doing impactful work based on experience, and the fifth stage is where individuals focus on doing only what they excel at and find joy in their work.

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