Nicholas Pearce

Dr. Nicholas Pearce discusses the importance of sponsors in career growth, the impact of lacking managerial advocacy, intentional language in organizations, mentorship vs. sponsorship, using rejection for self-discovery, advocating for others, and purposeful living.

Nicholas Pearce, a clinical associate professor at Kellogg School of Management and author of "The Purpose Path," discusses the importance of purpose in both individual careers and organizational missions. He argues that purpose-driven companies outperform profit-centric ones and advocates for aligning personal values with work to enhance happiness. Pearce explores how leaders can cultivate a genuine sense of purpose, emphasizing its vital role in employee engagement and overall profitability, rather than seeing it as a fallback for struggling businesses.