
The podcast for high achievers who seem to have it all, yet still feel something’s missing. Co-hosts Stephen and Adam bring humor, honesty, and a touch of mid-life wisdom to conversations about how work shapes our sense of self, and how we can reshape it to find greater meaning in work and life.
With careers spanning consulting, private equity, start-ups, and entrepreneurship, they share research-... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 73 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CareersBusinessEducationSelf-Improvement | |||

What if the peace is not just an aspiration, but something we can actually experience in our work today?
Adam and Stephen sit down with Kevin Ainsworth, founder of GuideCap Partners, to discuss calling, ambition, contentment, and the burden of belie... more
Comparison Is the Thief of Joy
Why does someone else’s success make us question our own lives?
A former Bain coworker announces a massive startup fundraise. A younger colleague climbs the career ladder faster. Someone on LinkedIn seems to be buildi... more
Back pain and late work nights have left Adam stuck on the same question most mornings at 4:45 a.m.: snooze for more sleep, or get up and protect the routine? Adam and Stephen dig into the research on sleep and morning routines, unpack the "worst of ... more
Adam made $3,000 selling World Cup tickets and got to attend two games for free. It was an objectively great outcome. Then ticket prices doubled a few days later, and all he could think about was the additional $7,000 he could have made.
Adam and St... more
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Adam and Stephen pursue the important part of work-it’s meaningfulness and importance in our lives. They share their struggles with honesty and depth. I’m past their stage in life, but their discussions bring back great memories. 2 Qs for Adam, 1-have you read Strength to Strength/Arthur Brooks?, 2-what AI changes/improvements have you seen since dumping your whole life into it? And for Stephen-When is Lexie coming back on? Thanks guys for your time and thoughts on Identity Work!
This podcast helps me practice my own introspection on my career and finding purpose in my work. The cohosts have good chemistry and it’s fun listening to the smart insights they each bring to conversations!
I love knowing that I’m not alone in my struggle to find meaningful work. I’ve had many successes in my career but each one eventually fades, leaving behind this nagging sense of something missing. Stephen and Adam give some answers but mostly remind me that meaning is a long journey that we are all working towards.
I look forward to this podcast because it’s easily digestible with practical takeaways and vulnerable discussions. I struggle with work identity issues and I’ve found the relatable content and easy banter between Adam and Stephen to be an opportunity to refresh and refocus on what matters most. Thank you!!!
I love this podcast’s focus on identity and work. There are so many good questions and thoughts that Stephen brings up that really hit home. For any focused, achievement oriented person, we can be our own worst enemy. This pod is a great resource and encouragement knowing there’s other folks who struggle with this stuff and have found ways to handle it. Good work!
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Two high-achieving hosts explore how identity and meaning shape work, weaving personal stories with research-backed concepts. Topics frequently circle around purpose, leadership, burnout, time management, and the role of technology (especially AI) in transforming productivity and meaning at work. Guests range from executive coaches to professors and practitioners who illuminate how career choices, family life, and learning shape a fulfilling professional path. The show stands out by blending vulnerable, practical conversations with actionable ideas, often tying insights to real-life experiments and books on purpose, decision-making, and leadership. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful reflections, concrete strategies, and a relatable, ... more
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