Skip to content
MarketScale
‹ Back to IndustriesEngineering & Construction

Personal Fulfillment with Margaret Weniger | Ep. 9 | Growthwell with Josh Byrd

The Growthwell Podcast discusses the importance of personal fulfillment and career advancement in the modern workforce. Host Josh Byrd and guest Margaret Weniger explore how individuals can balance professional success with personal well-being. They emphasize the significance of work-life balance, intentional decision-making, and self-awareness to achieve personal and professional growth.

This story was produced through MarketScale. See how Engineering & Construction teams put it to work with Partner & Channel Enablement.

Promoted content from Growthwell on MarketScale.

By Josh Byrd · Growthwell PodcastJosh ByrdMargaret WenigerProfessional Growth
Share

Key takeaways

01

Career pivots often involve common decision-making patterns.

02

The pandemic has accelerated a shift towards balanced, human-centered work environments.

03

Personal growth requires self-awareness and understanding of one's strengths and passions.

Balancing professional success and personal well-being has become increasingly critical in the modern workforce. In the wake of the pandemic, many individuals are re-evaluating their career paths to find roles that offer both professional growth and personal fulfillment. According to a survey by The Muse, 75% of respondents are planning to look for a new job within the next 12 months, with work-life balance being the most important feature in a new job for 70% of them. Additionally, 78% of women cite work-life balance as essential to their career choices.

75% of respondents are planning to look for a new job within the next 12 months, with work-life balance being the most important feature in a new job for 70% of them.

How do individuals navigate this intricate balance between thriving in their careers and maintaining personal happiness?

Growthwell Podcast brings you an enlightening discussion hosted by Josh Byrd, with special guest Margaret Weniger. As an accomplished businesswoman, author, and former D1 athlete, Margaret shares her journey and expertise in building foundations that propel growth both personally and professionally.

Key Points of Conversation:

  • Career Pivots and Patterns: Margaret discusses her observations from interviewing women who have made major career changes and the commonalities in their decision-making processes.
  • The New Era of Work: She highlights the shift towards a more balanced and human-centered approach to work, driven by the pandemic's impact and technological advancements.
  • Personal and Professional Growth: Margaret emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, intentional decision-making, and understanding one's strengths and passions to achieve both professional success and personal fulfillment.

Margaret Weniger is a dynamic businesswoman and thought leader specializing in growth strategies for individuals and organizations. With a robust background in B2B tech sales leadership, she has successfully scaled and turned around sales organizations across various industries. Margaret's passion for coaching and her research into career satisfaction makes her a sought-after speaker and author.

Growthwell

Part of this channel

Growthwell

Candid startup conversations for founders building with intention.

Visit the channel →

About the author

JB
Josh ByrdPrincipal

Experienced strategic marketing leader with a focus on strategic demand generation using data-driven techniques including Account Based Marketing (ABM), Marketing Automation, Online Advertising, Social Media, Print, and Public Relations. I love building strong teams who thrive in creatively mixing diverse marketing tactics, both traditional and modern, to realize significant revenue growth.

Engineering & Construction: are you visible to AI?

Before they reach out, Engineering & Construction buyers ask AI engines which vendors to trust. See how AI describes your company today, and where competitors show up instead.

Free workspace

You just read one expert. Imagine publishing your whole team.

This article was produced through MarketScale. Create a free workspace and turn your own team's expertise into articles, video, and social posts. No credit card, no demo required.

NPS +73 · 1,000+ creators · 38+ countries

What you get, free

Your own MarketScale Studio workspace
One video edit a month, on us
AI writing, editing, and publishing tools
In-platform coaching to learn the system

More Engineering & Construction Insights

AI moves from back office to job site in construction's next build-out

AI moves from back office to job site in construction's next build-out

McCarthy Building Companies has entered a multimillion-dollar agreement with Palantir to enhance AI adoption. However, RICS experts highlight that data readiness and organizational culture pose significant challenges. This development signals a shift in integrating AI within construction sectors.

  • 01McCarthy Building Cos. signs a major deal with Palantir.
  • 02Data readiness is a critical hurdle for AI integration.
  • 03Organizational culture impacts AI adoption in construction.

Jul 11, 2026

South Korea commits $7.5 billion to AI-autonomous manufacturing as smart factory count hits 30,000

South Korea commits $7.5 billion to AI-autonomous manufacturing as smart factory count hits 30,000

South Korea is investing $7.5 billion in advancing AI-autonomous manufacturing, with a significant increase in smart factories, now totaling 30,000. The initiative also targets the development of 100 AI manufacturing zones throughout the country.

  • 01South Korea invests $7.5 billion in AI-autonomous manufacturing.
  • 02There are currently 30,000 smart factories in South Korea.
  • 03The government aims to develop 100 AI manufacturing zones.

Jul 11, 2026

Construction's productivity crisis: why ML cost forecasting and off-site methods are converging

Construction's productivity crisis: why ML cost forecasting and off-site methods are converging

U.S. construction productivity has decreased since 1968. Machine learning models and off-site construction methods are becoming pivotal in bridging this productivity gap by providing accurate cost forecasting and efficient building practices.

  • 01U.S. construction productivity has been declining since 1968.
  • 02Machine learning models offer enhanced cost forecasting capabilities.
  • 03Off-site construction methods contribute to improved project efficiency.

Jul 10, 2026

Explore More Engineering & Construction Insights

Read more expert perspectives from across Engineering & Construction.

Browse Engineering & Construction Hub

About the Experts

JB
Josh Byrd

Host, Growthwell Podcast

Josh Byrd is the host of the Growthwell Podcast, focusing on conversations that empower early-stage founders and innovators to grow their ventures with intention and purpose. His discussions cover a range of topics centered on growth, both personally and professionally.

MW
Margaret Weniger

Businesswoman, Author, Former D1 Athlete

Margaret Weniger is a dynamic businesswoman and thought leader specializing in growth strategies for individuals and organizations. With a robust background in B2B tech sales leadership, she has successfully scaled and turned around sales organizations across various industries.