Hello there money-chatting friends! In today's episode, we're answering the question of...    WHY IS MONEY SUCH A DRIVING FACTOR OF OUR CAREER? This is a BIG question to answer, and one that we think applies to everyone in some shape or form. Society tells us to chase our dreams, do what we love. Never work a day in our lives but also make sure you're financially independent, that you have enough money to retire with and oh don't forget to make something of yourself in the process.  It also tells us that chasing money with our careers is 'money hungry' and but also make sure we're not doing a career that pays us nothing. So, which one is it?  Let's dive in... In this episode we cover:  The link between happiness, money and our career Why happiness tends to diminish the more money we makeHow Australia and New Zealand compare to overseas countries in regards to optimal income levelsWhy not planning your career is so common (and so shocking!)What to consider when choosing your career - because there is so much more to it than just money!Why both Cat & Christine value purpose over money when it comes to their careersTips for knowing your value and worth, negotiating your salary and moreTips for navigating your career and salary from Rosey Nathan, Senior Partner at Customise Talent Group and host of the Rosey on Recruitment & Career PodcastIf you enjoyed today's show, we'd LOVE for you to rate & review on Apple Podcasts and share your favourite episode with a friend or family member.   Join the conversation on: Instagram Linkedin Keen to submit a question for the show? Get in touch via: https://itsnosecret.co.nz/