Work That's Worth It
The Ambitious Professional's Guide for a High-Impact, High Reward Career
by Georgi Enthoven
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Pub Date Apr 08 2025 | Archive Date Apr 08 2025
Greenleaf Book Group | River Grove Books
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Description
Build a career that’s worthy of your valuable time Did you know the average person spends 90,000 hours of their life working? That's a third of your adult life! What if you could use those hours to make a significant impact on the world AND earn a living?
In Work That's Worth It, Harvard MBA graduate Georgi Enthoven teaches you to turn your career into a powerful force for good and break free from the unnecessary choice between income or impact.
In this powerful book, you’ll discover:
• The Good Work Spiral: Create a virtuous cycle where your career benefits both you and the world, leading to growth and fulfillment.
• The 7 Cs of work that's worth it: Master the essential building blocks for a purposeful and rewarding career.
• Inspiring success stories: Draw motivation from social entrepreneurs, impact investors, and corporate innovators who solve real-world problems while building successful careers.
• Practical strategies: Assess your current career satisfaction, set clear goals, and align your work with your values to create a new perspective.
Whether you're a young professional feeling stuck between chasing a paycheck and pursuing your passion or wanting a clear direction for your work, this book offers the insights and tools to craft a career that's truly worth it.
Advance Praise
“Georgi Enthoven has a compelling idea—you have about 90,000 hours in your working life, and the key to your well-being is to use those hours to do good. Rather than chasing money, tune in to your heart. I’ve been privileged to mostly be able to do this in my life and can attest to how well it works. Having a purpose that aligns with Mother Nature gives me a reason to get up early and savor each day.” —Craig Foster, filmmaker, My Octopus Teacher; founder, Sea Change Project
“The ability to uplift others—the essence of true leadership—is built on a foundation of self-understanding and purpose. Georgi Enthoven's Work That's Worth It is a crucial starting point for young professionals seeking to build this foundation. By guiding readers to leverage their careers as a force for good, Enthoven is nurturing the authentic, impactful leaders our world needs.” —Frances Frei, professor, Harvard Business School
“Every individual possesses a unique essence that makes them an original. Work That's Worth It illuminates the importance of unveiling that singularity and sharing it with the world as part of life's mission.” —Alonzo King, founder and artistic director, LINES Ballet
“What we are born with is only one half of the puzzle. What we do with what we have makes the difference and expands the world. Work that Worth It illustrates how no one is too small to achieve success or make that difference, and the world is waiting for your contribution!” —Judy Wilkins-Smith, author, executive coach, and trainer
“Georgi Enthoven’s book, Work That’s Worth It, is the book that every college graduate should read before embarking on their career.” —Jack Canfield, best-selling author and cofounder, Chicken Soup for the Soul
“Meaningful progress on long-standing social issues will depend on the fresh ideas, energy, and work of the next generation. Work That’s Worth It provides emerging leaders with the inspiration and permission to dream, balanced with the tools to translate those dreams into a rewarding and impactful career.” —Amelia Angella, director, Social Enterprise Initiative, Harvard Business School
“Work That's Worth It is a must-read guide for young professionals seeking to deepen their career impact and self-awareness. As a realist, I found Georgi's idealistic yet grounded approach encouraging. She provides clear and practical pathways to understanding one's professional place and purpose.” —Jenna-lea Kelland, freelance copywriter and editor
“Work That's Worth It challenged me to reconsider my professional connections. I’m now driven to collaborate with brands that align with my values. This book and community will empower you to transform how you spend your time and impact in the workplace.” —Kira Akermann, founder and entrepreneur, METRIC Research
“Through Work That's Worth It, Georgi Enthoven has masterfully crafted a proven road map that demonstrates how to create both impact and income, weaving together inspiring stories of those who are already living it. By spearheading this transformative initiative, Georgi is equipping the leaders of today and tomorrow with the tools to achieve true fulfillment. The force for good behind this movement isn’t just inspiring—it’s destined to move mountains and change lives.” —Matt LeBris, host, Decoding Success podcast
“Georgi Enthoven has created a transformative guide for anyone seeking to fill their 90,000 work hours with purpose, impact, and meaning. As someone who has dedicated my career to helping individuals and organizations align their passions with meaningful work, I am deeply inspired by her mission to redefine success. As a new mother, her message resonates even more profoundly, reminding me of the importance of aligning our professional lives with what truly matters—for ourselves, for the planet, and for future generations. Having built and led multiple businesses focused on global impact—including advising social entrepreneurs and advancing sustainable practices—I see the need for a guide like Work That’s Worth It. This book provides the clarity, inspiration, and tools needed to turn our 90,000 hours into a legacy of positive change. Georgi’s work is a call to action for anyone ready to align their career with their values, and I know it will inspire countless individuals to pursue meaningful, impactful work that truly matters.” —Steph Jack, founder, Ethical Earth Studios; branding expert; and conservationist
“As someone who recently entered the workforce, Georgi Enthoven's Work That's Worth It was everything I didn't know I needed. Its impactful honesty and inspiring guidance are exactly what every young person my age needs to be reading post-college graduation. With empathy and leadership, Georgi guides you to realize that your career is more than just a paycheck; it is a path to personal and universal fulfillment.” —Emma Mayer, publicist, Gracie PR; graduate student, George Mason University
“Work That's Worth It is the ultimate guide for young professionals and students ready to build careers that matter—without sacrificing their financial stability or burning out. Teaching graduate students, I see firsthand how today’s generation wants work that feels meaningful, makes a difference, and still pays the bills. Georgi Enthoven nails it with a mix of practical tools, real talk, and inspiring stories that show you how to align your strengths, values, and goals. This book is your go-to playbook for creating a career you love—one that works for you, the world, and your well-being.” —Kate Attea, senior lecturer and associate director, Social Sector Leadership program, University of Chicago
“Leading Kardias, a nonprofit dedicated to saving children's lives in Mexico, has shown me the profound joy of finding fulfillment in my work. I was inspired and gained clarity by understanding my own capacities, which allowed me to align my purpose with meaningful action. Georgi Enthoven’s book Work That’s Worth It offers a practical framework to help others do the same—discover not just a job, but a true calling that brings both personal satisfaction and a lasting impact.” —Lola Fernandez, general director, Kardias
“What a missed opportunity for me not to have this book twenty years ago. Like several examples in the book, I looked at work as a binary: either work for financial rewards and some professional satisfaction or sacrifice fair compensation and make a difference. There were no models for being a ‘Well-Rewarded Disruptor.’ Thanks to this insightful and practical book, Work That's Worth It, young people can now tap into their most authentic selves and become the future leaders we sorely need.” —Diane Jones Lowrey, social impact leader; head of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Common Sense Media
“Finally, a career guide that speaks to the real challenges and opportunities facing purpose-driven professionals today! As a brand strategist working with changemakers, I see firsthand how many talented people feel trapped between meaningful work and financial stability. Georgi Enthoven's Work That's Worth It provides both the inspiration and practical tools to break free from this false choice. Her concept of the ‘Well-Rewarded Disruptor’ isn't just theoretical—it's a road map for the future of work we desperately need.” —Larissa Salazar, personal brand strategist, Brand Builders Group
Available Editions
EDITION | Paperback |
ISBN | 9781632999436 |
PRICE | $19.95 (USD) |
PAGES | 244 |