Do you have to choose between art and commerce, or sacrifice the things you’re passionate about in order to build a successful business? In episode 9 of LifeWork, Meagan and Dave discuss how to pursue the things you love while also earning an income, either by using work and financial planning to subsidize your outside […]

Should you follow your passion in life or go the “sensible route?” What if you don’t have to choose?  In Episode 8 of LifeWork, Meagan talks with Joe Nolan, a former investment banker who retired from his first career at 50 and is now the owner of Good Harvest Market, a thriving natural-foods store in the […]

When you are focused on building your business, does it make sense to have a “side hustle” – a business or job you pursue on the side that isn’t necessarily tied to your main gig? In episode 7 of LifeWork, Dave and Meagan define the concept of a “side hustle” and discuss how it can […]

Have you ever wondered if it’s really possible to build a cash-flowing business that supports your life without taking up all of your time? In Episode 6 of LifeWork, Dave talks with Alex Kravets, a young entrepreneur and founder of Cognitea, about how he built a business that is largely automated and allows him to […]

What skills, experience and know-how does it take to make a move from one role within a company to another – or maybe, to take the leap to a whole new industry? In episode 5.5 of LifeWork, Dave shares his pivot story, from learning about business, to paid consulting, to investing in real estate and eventually, […]

This week at LifeWork we’ve been discussing pivots and transitions. Today we’re talking with Barbara Jones, who spent 20 years as a marketing executive in the music industry, helping build tribes of loyal fans around the artists they loved. In the mid-2000s, Barbara took the skills, talents and experiences she’d developed over the years, and […]

Should you fix a business that’s not broken…(yet?) How do you know when it’s the right time to jump on a new technology or opportunity, especially if what you’re already doing seems to be working? In episode 5.3 of LifeWork, Meagan and Dave discuss how to get a sense for what’s on the horizon, and […]

What does it mean to “pivot” in your business, and what are the essential things you need to know to make a pivot successful? In this episode of LifeWork, we define the process of testing, iterating, and if needed, pivoting, and share resources to help you implement that process in your own business. Discussion Points: What is […]

So you’ve got a great business idea, but your current job is eating up all your time and creativity. Should you hand in your notice and make the leap? In episode 5.1 of LifeWork, Meagan and Dave explore this controversial topic, sharing their personal experiences and lessons they’ve learned along the way. Final answer? “It depends.” […]

The secret to success in business? The people you surround yourself with. In today’s episode of LifeWork, Meagan and Dave discuss creating a “dream team” made up of staff, partners, and mentors that can help you focus on what matters and make the most of your strengths. Discussion Points: Letting go of things and bringing […]