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Compassionate Careers

For those who feel that sitting on the sidelines just isn’t enough: A guide to finding meaningful work in cause-centered organizations.

If you want a job that gives you not just a paycheck but a purpose, Compassionate Careers is an inspiring guide to get you started on your path. Filled with examples of people who have meaningful jobs in cause-focused organizations, it includes:Stories from people of all walks of life who have jobs that make a difference, including famous figures like Bill Clinton, Jane Goodall, and Dave MatthewsInformation on how to get started in a cause-focused careerAn online assessment that identifies the type of organizational culture for which you are best suitedExercises and resources for hands-on exploration of compassionate career opportunities

An old Yaqui Indian proverb says, “If you have a choice of paths to take in life, take the path with a heart.” Compassionate Careers will show you how.

“Life’s too short for you not to wholeheartedly pursue your gifts and passions. If you find the right mission and the right role within that mission, that’s such a powerful thing. But Compassionate Careers also does a favor for people in that it’s not candy coated. There are real tradeoffs, and it helps people think about how to navigate that path.” —Jonathan Reckford, CEO, Habitat for Humanity

Jeffrey W. Pryor, Alexandra Mitchell, Desmond Tutu

Jeffrey W. Pryor is a thought leader in the field of philanthropy who has received multiple awards for his entrepreneurial efforts. After 20 years as executive director of a family foundation, Jeff now serves as CEO of Pathfinder Solutions, providing research and training on talent development to nonprofits and other organizations. He also teaches at Regis University and the University of Colorado.Alexandra Mitchell, MPA, has long been an advocate for young people and cause-focused endeavors. She has been a high school teacher, nonprofit leader, researcher, and organizational coach. Currently, Alex is the president of Pathfinder Solutions and teaches at the University of Colorado. She speaks nationally on talent development. Standford Social Innovations Review and Harvard University have published her work.

The Career Press