Not Your Average Career Advice: What a Priest Can Teach Gen Z About Purpose, Fear, and Living Fully
Are you asking, “What am I supposed to do with my life?” or tired of the same old career advice?
In this episode of Get Career Curious, host Marita McCahill chats with Father Tim Monahan—vocation director, world traveler, former business major, and a very relatable person.
Father Tim serves up honest, practical advice for finding your path, beating fear, and living a life that actually excites you.
Discover the three-step decision framework: Capacity, Freedom, Desire
Find out how silence, prayer, and old-school journaling can help you tune out the noise and make clear choices—even if you usually avoid “quiet time”
Real talk about why “failing” or changing your mind is actually a superpower, not a setback
The inside story of purpose, serving others, and what priests really do
Secrets about courage, overcoming fear, and why you should try new things (even if you’re scared or unsure)
Whether you’re choosing a college major, sweating your first job, or just feeling lost, this episode breaks down the big questions with relatable stories, humor, and actionable tips.
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