Work Sucks, But I Like It

Tony Tenaglier
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Work Sucks, But I Like It is the podcast about discovering what work should really feel like. Most people are burning out while chasing their passion in the work they do. Host Tony Tenaglier sits down with psychologists, entrepreneurs, creators, researchers, workers, and leaders to explore the science of flow, purpose, and meaningful work.  If you're tired of burnout, hustle culture, and feeling stuck in a job that drains you, this show offers practical insights and inspiring stories to help you rediscover engagement, fulfillment, and the joy of creating something that matters. Because work may suck sometimes—but it doesn't have to stay that way.

  1. 2d ago

    E98: The RPG Coaching System That Turns Goals Into Real-Life Level Ups with Loren Silverman

    In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, Loren Silverman, life coach and founder of Silverman Coach, shares his journey from a successful 20-year career in technology to finding work that aligns with his values and brings him joy. We talk about career burnout, personal values, curiosity, human connection and creating community, and what happens when the work you’re doing no longer feels aligned with who you are. Loren explains how his experiences in Ukraine helped him recognize the importance of aligning his actions with his values, and why curiosity can be such a powerful tool for navigating difficult experiences, asking better questions, and understanding what is really going on beneath the surface. We also discuss how his coaching practice uses ideas from gaming and RPGs to help people set goals, overcome obstacles, and “level up” in their lives. If you’ve ever experienced burnout, questioned your career path, felt disconnected from your work, or wondered how to create a life that feels more aligned and meaningful, this conversation offers practical ideas for finding clarity, curiosity, connection, and purpose. Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E98: The RPG Coaching System That Turns Goals Into Real-Life Level Ups with Loren Silverman

  2. Sep 1

    E97: On the Verge of Burnout (Monthly Recap)

    Be inspired by many, but influenced by few. August 2026 guests! The future of work is inner work--Anne  Why smart leaders fail without emotional intelligence--Cynthia How to know when it's time to leave--Ben Why purpose is not a destination, it's a daily practice--Lorea Why staying in your lane can kill your curiosity--Sheldon What if you're good at your job but not meant to do it?--John The hidden part of the mind that drives how you work--David Want to be a guest on Work Sucks, But I Like It? Send Tony Tenaglier a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/worksucksbutlikeit Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

  3. Aug 27

    E96: The Hidden Part of the Mind That Drives How You Work with David Kolbe

    In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, David Kolbe, CEO and visionary of Kolbe Corp, explains why understanding how you naturally take action can change the way you approach work, leadership, and life. We dive into conation, instinctive strengths, workplace strengths, personality, productivity, leadership, and finding work that fits the way you naturally operate.  David explains the four Kolbe Action Modes—Fact Finder, Follow Through, Quick Start, and Implementer—and why your results aren't about identifying weaknesses, but understanding how you instinctively approach different types of work. We also talk about how to build systems and teams that complement your natural strengths, why trying to become good at everything can be exhausting, and how the right work environment can actually leave you with more energy than when you started.  If you've ever wondered why certain tasks drain you while others seem effortless, struggled to understand different working styles, or wanted to find work that better aligns with your natural strengths, this conversation offers a practical way to think about work, productivity, leadership, and career satisfaction. Connect: https://www.kolbe.com/ Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E96: The Hidden Part of the Mind That Drives How You Work with David Kolbe

  4. Aug 25

    E95: What If You're Good at Your Job but Not Meant to Do It? with John Salzwedel

    In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, John Salzwedel shares his journey from building a successful career in the insurance industry to realizing that being good at your job doesn't necessarily mean you're doing the work you're meant to do. We talk about career change, finding meaningful work, redefining success, purpose, and living intentionally, as John explains how he learned to separate society's definition of success from what actually matters to him.  He also shares why listening has become one of his most important skills, how many people already know the answers to the questions they're asking but need help finding the confidence to act, and why it's important to seek out perspectives that challenge what we already believe.  If you've ever questioned your career, wondered whether you're truly fulfilled by your work, or felt like you're simply checking the boxes of a successful life, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at how to stop leaving your life on the table and start creating work and a life that actually align with who you are. Connect https://jtslifecrafter.com/home Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E95: What If You're Good at Your Job but Not Meant to Do It? with John Salzwedel

  5. Aug 20

    E94: Why Staying in Your Lane Can Kill Your Curiosity with Sheldon Greaves

    In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, Sheldon Greaves, author of The Guerrilla Scholar’s Handbook, shares his unconventional approach to work, learning, and building a life around curiosity. Sheldon has worked as a DJ, substitute teacher, musician, tech writer, and ghostwriter, and he discusses why he refuses to limit himself to a single career path.  We explore guerrilla scholarship, the idea that you don't need a university or traditional academic system to pursue knowledge, how curiosity can be cultivated like a muscle, and why learning doesn't always need to be "productive" or have an immediate practical purpose.  Sheldon also talks about productivity, career changes, intellectual curiosity, and his philosophy of taking the job that interests you—and moving on when it no longer does. If you've ever felt pressured to pick a lane, wondered whether your interests need to serve a practical purpose, or simply want to build a more curious and interesting life, this conversation offers a different way to think about work, learning, productivity, and success. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheldongreaves/ Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E94: Why Staying in Your Lane Can Kill Your Curiosity with Sheldon Greaves

  6. Aug 18

    E93: Why Purpose Is Not a Destination - It’s a Daily Practice with Lorea Martinez

    Burnout is not just exhaustion - it may be your life telling you that your purpose has drifted. Dr. Lorea Martínez Pérez reveals why purpose is not a destination, how to rebuild meaning in everyday work, and the emotional intelligence tools that can help you reconnect before cynicism and numbness take over.  Tony sits down with Dr. Lorea Martínez Pérez, an emotional intelligence expert, creator of the Heart and Mind model, and author of Living with the Heart and Mind, who shares the personal burnout experience that pushed her to rewrite her own framework and the practical habits that helped her recover creativity, clarity, and direction. If you have ever felt stuck in repetition, detached from your work, or unsure what your contribution actually is, this conversation offers a clearer, kinder way forward. Connect: https://loreamartinez.com/ Want to be a guest on Work Sucks, But I Like It? Send Tony Tenaglier a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/worksucksbutlikeit Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E93: Why Purpose Is Not a Destination - It’s a Daily Practice with Lorea Martinez

  7. Aug 13

    E92: How to Know When It’s Time to Leave with Ben Fox

    Most professionals stay trapped in toxic work environments because they don’t realize how much autonomy and self-awareness they’re giving up—until one moment of clarity changes everything. When Ben Fox left a high-paying tech startup after realizing how toxic leadership was eroding his well-being, he discovered a powerful truth: work is about remembering who you are and what you love. Now, he helps engineering leaders and tech professionals uncover their true path, whether that means quitting or shifting their mindset. Whether you're in a toxic environment, feeling misaligned in your current role, or simply craving more autonomy, this episode offers actionable insights to take control and make work actually work for you. Perfect for tech leaders, software engineers, entrepreneurs, or anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed by their work. If you're ready to stop settling for work that sucks and start creating a life that feels meaningful, this episode is your blueprint. Tune in now to discover how real change begins with awareness—and how you can turn your work into a tool for self-discovery, fulfillment, and freedom. Guest Ben Fox is a career coach and mindset mentor for engineering leaders and tech professionals. His mission is to help you identify what truly matters, set healthy boundaries, and find the courage to shape a career that aligns with your values. Ben specializes in empowering clients to leave toxic environments and craft sustainable paths, rooted in authenticity and purpose. Connect with Ben: https://benfoxcoaching.com/ Want to be a guest on Work Sucks, But I Like It? Send Tony Tenaglier a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/worksucksbutlikeit Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E92: How to Know When It’s Time to Leave with Ben Fox

  8. Aug 11

    E91: Why Smart Leaders Fail Without Emotional Intelligence with Cynthia Morrow

    The science of work reveals how ethical frameworks and workplace design can transform your career—and why ignoring these insights keeps you stuck in burnout and conflict. Cynthia Morrow, an assistant professor specializing in the science of work, shares eye-opening strategies to rethink how we approach our jobs, workplaces, and careers. Y ou’ll discover how invisible forces like incentive systems and psychological safety shape organizational behavior, and why many work problems are really systems problems, not personal failures. Whether you’re leading a team, planning your next career move, or just tired of workplace frustration, Cynthia’s research-backed advice offers practical ways to make work more meaningful and sustainable.  Plus, she gives a sneak peek at her upcoming book Administrative Intelligence, which helps people understand their scope of influence inside organizations. This episode is for anyone ready to use the science of work to create better outcomes at work and beyond. Connect with Cynthia: https://www.evinarrative.com/ Want to be a guest on Work Sucks, But I Like It? Send Tony Tenaglier a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/worksucksbutlikeit Support the show Want to find out more? Check out the website: www.worksucksbutilikeit.com

    E91: Why Smart Leaders Fail Without Emotional Intelligence with Cynthia Morrow
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Work Sucks, But I Like It is the podcast about discovering what work should really feel like. Most people are burning out while chasing their passion in the work they do. Host Tony Tenaglier sits down with psychologists, entrepreneurs, creators, researchers, workers, and leaders to explore the science of flow, purpose, and meaningful work.  If you're tired of burnout, hustle culture, and feeling stuck in a job that drains you, this show offers practical insights and inspiring stories to help you rediscover engagement, fulfillment, and the joy of creating something that matters. Because work may suck sometimes—but it doesn't have to stay that way.

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  • Creator
    Tony Tenaglier
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    98
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Work Sucks, But I Like It
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