A Work In Purpose Podcast

19/08/2023

Job searching is tough! 😫 Especially without one thing.

Balance.

It’s easy for us to fall into the trap of focusing exclusively on job searching while neglecting all other aspects of life.

But this imbalance creates more anxiety. You lose that essence of you. It creates that feeling of desperation that potential employers can sense.

And that is a cycle that’s tough to break.

So mastering balance is key. 😌

With balance, you can show up for your interviews as your best self, full of confidence and optimism. 😎

But that is easier said than done. So how do we reach that balance?

Listen to find out!

Our special guest in this episode is Peter Callahan, PCC: a certified leadership coach, a career coach, and a mindfulness teacher. 🧘‍♂️

Listen to uncover:
🙌 Practical actions you can take to infuse balance into your job search
🙌 How to use your core values as your secret sauce in the job market
🙌 How to set routines and intentional discipline to cultivate balance in your week
🙌 How to recover from disappointments and so much more!

We’ll also dive deep into Peter's own journey of discovering his life’s purpose.

If you’re ready to master balance and land your next role, then check out this episode!

LISTEN HERE! ➡ https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/27

08/05/2023

🎧 Are you going through a job loss and feeling frustrated and stressed? 😔 Or maybe you're feeling lost and unfulfilled in your career? 🤔

Join us on the latest episode of A Work In Purpose Podcast as we continue our 3-part series of interviews with career coaches. Gain practical advice on how to navigate this challenging time and take steps closer to your purpose! 🚀

Our guest, Wen Hsu, is a best-selling author and founder of Wen Coaching.

In this episode, Wen shares invaluable advice on how to handle the emotional rollercoaster of job searching, including how to deal with rejection, stress, and pressure. She also provides insights on regaining confidence, adopting the right mindset for interviews, and starting a new job on the right foot.

As an immigrant woman, Wen knows firsthand the challenges that immigrant women leaders face in their careers. Coming out of a 15 year career of engineering leadership in the tech industry, Wen shares with us her journey of rediscovering her own purpose after a layoff and creating her own career path as a coach for others, particularly immigrant women leaders.

Tune in now to discover practical tips and insights that will help you navigate this difficult time and move closer to your purpose! [LINK IN COMMENT]🎙️

11/03/2023

😔 Going through a job loss? A job transition? Or looking to change your career? Then this episode is for you!

Joining us this episode is a top career and leadership coach, Paul N Larsen - Find Your VOICE as a Leader Coaching Institute. Paul has extensive experience coaching over 500 leaders worldwide, including at top companies such as Salesforce, Charles Schwab, and Cisco.

🤔 In this episode, you'll learn how to:

- Navigate job transitions
- Recover from being laid off
- Stand out in your job search
- Overcome imposter syndrome during interviews
- Discover your V.O.I.C.E. and purpose
- Land your next dream role
- And much more!

🎧 LISTEN for inspiring insights that can help you not only land your next job but to land a job that fulfills you!

If you're going through a job transition or looking to change your career, this episode is for you. Joining us is Paul Larsen, a career and leadership coach and the author of the book Find Your Voice As A Leader. Listen for inspiring insights that can help you not only land your next job but to land

21/02/2023

Whether you're an aspiring artist, musician, or simply searching for a new job, this episode is for you.

We're joined by Mars Gelfo, an artistic actualization ninja who coaches people to unleash the artistic spirit that lives within all of us.

Mars shares his journey as a French Horn player who made it as the top 2 finalist for an audition to join the LA Philharmonic, only to be bitterly disappointed with the outcome. It was during this dark period that he found his spark.

Listen as Mars shares practical actions as well as some juicier methods from ta**ra practices you can take to release stuck traumas, fears, and criticisms to reignite your spark.

He also shares the importance of assuming the identity of who you want to become and and teaches us how to use the ping test to help figure out our purpose.

If you're looking to overcome your fears, reignite your spark, and live out your purpose, then sit back, relax, and enjoy this fascinating interview with Mars Gelfo, the artistic actualization ninja.

And make sure to stay tuned till the end to hear Mars play a purpose living prayer with his French horn, exclusively for this podcast!

This episode, we're joined by Mars Gelfo, an artistic actualization ninja who coaches people to unleash the creative spirit that lives within all of us. Whether you're an aspiring artist, musician, or simply searching for a new job, this episode is for you.

31/07/2022

🌟 NEW EPISODE FINALLY OUT! In 2020, many of us suddenly found ourselves working remotely.

Free from distractions, we turned inward and wonder what our purpose is.

Now that we're returning to work, our workplace has changed.

Our connection to work has changed.

So now we wonder, how can we align our purpose with our work?

Our guest this episode is Dr. Dana Mitra, a professor of education policy studies at Penn State University and the author of "The Empowered Professor."

She is also a leadership coach who helps academics and professionals find their purpose through their work.

Dana shares her journey and her insights on how you can find your purpose at work.

➡️ LISTEN to the full interview:

Dr. Dana Mitra is a professor of education policy studies at Penn State University and the author of "The Empowered Professor." She is also a leadership coach who helps academics and professionals find their purpose through their work. Dana shares her journey and her insights on how you ca

10/04/2022

Here's your Sunday listen!

We all have an inner voice that repeats stories about ourselves over and over again.

But what should we do if our inner voice happens to be our biggest bully? Constantly keeping us down.

How can we loosen its firm grip on us?

And instead cultivate self-compassion, self-love, and self-acceptance?

Our guest this episode, Calvin Michael West, sheds some light on how we can do just that.

Calvin is a certified professional coach, healer, guide, teacher, activator, systems thinker and dot connector.

Tune in to hear his story of how he overcame his inner bully and found his purpose in helping others overcome theirs as well.

Listen➡️ https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/22
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31/03/2022

Let's reflect. Are you limiting your potential because of your fear and beliefs? 🤔

28/02/2022

If you haven't heard the latest episode yet, it's not too late! [Listen here: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/21]

Our guest, Dr. Don Russell, is a psychotherapist of 25 years who specializes in trauma and trauma treatment.

He's also the author of “The Trauma Treatment Companion”, a guide to the stabilization of trauma symptoms for smooth recovery from trauma of all kinds.

In this episode, you'll hear practical tips on how to resolve trauma, how to replace debilitating thought patterns and emotions with new ones that serve you better, how to get out of your comfort zone, and so much more incredible insights to ignite your purpose.

Stay tuned for a new episode coming out soon!

15/01/2022

Have you experienced trauma in the past?

Are you trying to resolve it so you can finally live a full life?

Or do you know someone close who has experienced trauma and you want know how to best support them?

🎧 Then you must listen to this episode: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/21

Our guest, Dr. Don Russell, is a psychotherapist of 25 years who specializes in trauma and trauma treatment.

He's also the author of “The Trauma Treatment Companion”, a guide to the stabilization of trauma symptoms for smooth recovery from trauma of all kinds.

In this episode, you'll hear practical tips on how to resolve trauma, how to replace debilitating thought patterns and emotions with new ones that serve you better, how to get out of your comfort zone, and so much more incredible insights to ignite your purpose.
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14/01/2022

Do you have an exciting idea to do something?
But decided not to because someone else has already done it?

Nowadays, everything has been done already. And many times!

That should be liberating.

Don't let what others have done already hold you back from reaching your full potential and purpose.

Only YOU can do what can be done by YOU.

⭐ I highly recommend you all read "Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear" by Elizabeth Gilbert. It's absolutely life-changing!

12/01/2022

It's a new year! 🎉 That means it's a new opportunity to break out of your cocoon and blossom to who you're meant to be. ⁠
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This podcast is coming back with new episodes really soon, so stay tuned!⁠
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In the meantime, check out our last episode with Dr. Ellen . Get inspired to try something new. It's never too late to discover your passion and purpose!

Listen: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/20

13/10/2021

Does your midlife need to be a crisis? 🤔

When we think of the "midlife" period of our lives, we often associate it with a crisis. That it is all down hill from there.

But does that have to be the case? Are there things we could be doing leading up to or during our midlife to flip the script upside down? And thrive within our purpose instead?

Our latest guest this episode, Dr. Ellen, The Midlife Whisperer, is here to tell us how we can do just that.

Dr. Ellen is the author of the upcoming book "Rock your midlife: 7 steps to transform your life and make your next chapter your best chapter." Dr. Ellen holds a PhD in Psychology. She is also a licensed nutritionist, a wellness and life coach, and a mindful self-compassion teacher.

In this fascinating episode, you will hear the steps you can take to find and step into your authentic self, embrace your power, and attract more people who will lift you up in your life so that you can be the purposeful self you are meant to be.

You will also hear Dr. Ellen's story of how a messy period in her life led her on her journey in becoming a work in purpose.

Whether you are in your midlife now or are getting there one day, you will get something out of Dr. Ellen's insights that you can begin applying today and start living the best chapters of your life now!

🎧 Listen: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/20
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12/10/2021

What sparked you to embark on your journey towards your purpose?

For me, it was after reading Eckhart Tolle's book "The Power of Now" and "A New Earth". His books completely changed my life and the way I see life and reason for existence.

If you haven't read his books yet, I highly recommend that you do.

So what was the catalyst that ignited you to find your purpose?

Share your answer in the comment!


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28/09/2021

Is there a part of you that you're embarrassed about?

Do you have a perceived flaw that you try to downplay?

But what if those qualities are what make you unique and are actually the keys to unlocking your life's purpose?

If you've turned those perceived flaws into the ignition to your life's purpose, share them in the comments below!

And if you're ready to turn your unique qualities into your purpose, then be sure to listen to our latest episode with Sarah Manuel on how to overcome your victimhood mindset and thrive with your purpose!

Listen here: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/19

15/09/2021

🤔Might you (or someone you know) have a victimhood story that is holding you back from living a full joyful life?⁠
🤨Are you trying to get unstuck from your disadvantaged circumstances?⁠
😃Would you rather live out your full potential and purpose?⁠
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👉If YES, then you won't want to miss this new inspiring podcast episode with Sarah Manuel. ⁠
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Sarah Manuel was not supposed to live past the age of 4 after being diagnosed with the number 1 genetic killer of children under age 2. She not only survived. She thrived.⁠
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Despite being wheelchair bound and the low expectations so many people imposed upon her, Sarah found ways to overcome debilitating self-victimhood stories and instead chose to thrive in every area of life.⁠
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Nowadays, Sarah is a school psychologist and an advocate for the needs of students with unique learning abilities. She is also the author of the book called "Differences are Dynamite", which teaches children to embrace each other's differences. ⁠
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She also coaches those with disabilities to gain the tools and strategies they need to embrace their uniqueness and discover their own entry points to their passions.⁠
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🎧Listen to Sarah’s story and ignite your own purpose today! 😀💜⬇️
https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/19

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10/09/2021

Comment 🙌 if you've been expressing gratitude to yourself on your journey in becoming the purposeful YOU you're meant to be!

10/09/2021

Are you struggling to find out your purpose? What about your calling?

Don't fret! Our latest guest Mick Lolekonda, the author of The Purpose Roadmap, is here to tell you the practical steps you can take to finally discover your purpose and calling.

🎧Listen here: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/18

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13/08/2021

🔥NEW EPISODE OUT!
🎧https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/18
🤔What are the differences between a purpose and a calling? Why is it important to distinguish the two?

What are the benefits of knowing your purpose? Why do you even need a purpose? And how do you even get started with charting your purpose roadmap?

Our guest this episode, Mick Lolekonda (Mick Lolekonda), is a Purpose & Fulfillment Strategist who helps people live their purpose and the author of The Purpose Roadmap.

Mick shares his insights to these questions as well as practical techniques and habits you can use to get you closer to your purpose and calling.

Plus, you'll hear Mick's story of how he became a work in purpose when a pivotal event in 2012 had set Mick back to the lowest point in his life and how he managed to turn that around to live out his ideal and purposeful life today.

Listen to this episode and get inspired to ignite your own purpose! 💪

09/08/2021

I'm reading "Outwitting the Devil" by Napoleon Hill now thanks to the recommendation of our last guest Carla (Carla Aspesberger Divine Interest), and it's fascinating.

If the "Devil" is the metaphor for the fear that resides inside of us and plays mind-control tricks to keep us in a state of fear, what must we do to outwit the devil?

What do we have within us that can overcome our inner fear?

What is the opposition of fear? And how can we cultivate more of it?

Soma Breath
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04/08/2021

Here's something to ponder about. 🤔
In life, are you, as the monkey in this story, trapped by the mango in your hand? Trapped by the vase that's holding your hand? Or trapped by the monkey catcher that's beating you?

Or are we actually trapping ourselves?

What is trapping you? [Share in the comments!]

🎧 Hear the full episode ft. Carla Aspesberger (Divine Interest): www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/17

27/07/2021

[NEW EPISODE! https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/17] One of the most profound new experiences I had during the pandemic was Breathwork.

Little was I expecting that after 20 minutes of doing a style of breathwork for the first time that I would drop into a trance-like state and experienced the most amazing and profound breakthroughs in my life. I experienced a deep sense of ecstasy and love, like I had within me an explosion of serotonin.

And I also got clarity about my purpose on a much deeper level.

What was so amazing about it was that there was no drugs involved, no external substances what-so-ever. It all just came from within, from just my breath. What exactly just happened to me?

Carla Aspesberger (Divine Interest), our guest this episode, is a Soma Breath facilitator, yoga instructor, and also a nomad. Carla takes us deep into understanding the power of breathwork beyond just the physical level of the breath and the psychological level and into the spiritual level as well.

She shares how we can better gain clarity and tap into our truth and purpose, while unlearning certain conditionings and negative habits we've learned from just living in our modern everyday life.

As someone who has been practicing and teaching breathwork for so many years, Carla has a really deep wealth of wisdom that she had accumulated from her fascinating journey to share in this episode that can help you awaken to your own purpose.

26/07/2021

As we begin a new week, here's your to "Always do your best"! 💪🙌

20/07/2021

As a new episode will be coming out really soon, have you heard our last episode featuring expressive art therapist, Sheva Ganz, yet?

Listen to the full episode here! https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/16

19/06/2021

Going through a divorce, or any other major life changing situation, is tough.

But it is usually in these moments in which we can truly discover ourselves and chart out a path towards our newer, better, and more purposeful self -- that is if we choose to.

Our next guest, Sheva Ganz, understands this first hand.

After becoming a divorcee and single mom herself, Sheva found her purpose by becoming a therapist who specializes in people going through divorces and single parenting.

She uses expressive art therapy to help people going through major life changes to reclaim control of their lives and thrive.

🎧 Listen to this fascinating episode to hear Sheva's insights! https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/16

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18/06/2021

On a scale of 1-10, how attuned are you with that inner voice at this point in your life?

13/06/2021

Interesting insights on how to find your purpose from our guest Claire Egan! Check out the full episode to hear more about her story of how she became as a genetic counselor [www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/15] ⁠
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🤔Have you already found your purpose? Share your tips on how you did it in the comment!

19/05/2021

NEW EPISODE: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/15

In my family, my dad, my aunt, my uncle, and possibly my grandfather, all died from a fatal hereditary disease called Amyloidosis. As with many genetically hereditary diseases, I too had a 50/50 chance of having this disease. And for many years, I really hesitated to get tested to see if I myself had it.

Since there was no cure, I thought what was the point?

Then one day after some nudging from love ones, I finally got the test. And that was how I knew our guest this episode Claire Egan.

Claire was the genetic counselor who counseled me before the test to make sure I understood the implications of the results. And she was the one to deliver the news after. After I anxiously waited for weeks for the results, I finally got the news from Claire that my test came back negative. Meaning that I did not carry the fatal gene. And wow, that was such a relief.

But then it also got me thinking. Since genes have a 50/50 chance of passing down, for every good news Claire shares, there's someone else receiving devastating news.

So how does someone like Claire tell such news? And how does someone do that on daily basis too? And why? What's her motivation for doing such deeply heavy yet very important work?

Listen to this fascinating episode to find out how Claire found her purpose in her work as a genetic counselor, and hear her advice on how you can find your purpose so you too can become a work in purpose.

13/05/2021

🤔Let's reflect. Are you really on your path or someone else's?

If you're looking for inspiration on how to chart your own path. Check out the latest episode of and hear how our guest, Carlos Ceballos, finally discovered and embarked on his own path. And hear his insights and tips on how you can find yours. Enjoy!

🎧LISTEN HERE: https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/14

08/05/2021

NEW EPISODE: www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/14
The Ikü is a remote indigenous community of 50,000 people on the mountains of Colombia. Being as isolated as they have, the Ikü have developed a rich connection and understanding of nature, ecology, human psychology, and spirituality.

Check out the latest episode of to hear about what wisdom they have to share from their perspective of our “modern” society!

07/05/2021

🎧 NEW EPISODE! https://www.aworkinpurpose.com/episodes/14

Like many of us, our guest, Carlos Ceballos, felt like he didn't have an obvious purpose. He had a typical office job and led a typical life.

But then 2020 changed everything.

Covid made his job insecure. To make things worse, the wildfire ravaging across California forced him and his family to evacuate their home. Needless to say, Carlos' life was full of uncertainty, but it was through this uncertainty when Carlos finally gained clarity about his life's purpose.

Check out the latest episode to hear Carlos' journey in becoming a work in purpose!




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