In this introductory episode of "A Life Worth Working," hosts Michelle Weise, an education and workforce strategist, and Dana Allen Walsh, a senior pastor, discuss their journey in learning to podcast and explore the deeper aspects of finding purpose and meaning in work. They share personal stories about transitioning careers and questioning their callings, drawing on the concept that "nothing is wasted." Michelle shares her journey from academia and disruptive innovation to focusing on fulfillment, while Dana reflects on her unexpected path to becoming a pastor. They emphasize that finding one's calling involves both inner reflection and community validation, acknowledging that career paths are rarely linear and often filled with moments of stuckness and growth.
