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Meaningful Work: A Quest to Do Great Business, Find Your Calling, and Feed Your Soul,Used
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The founder and CEO of Askinosie Chocolate, an awardwinning craft chocolate factory, shows readers how he discovered the secret to purposeful work and business and how we can too, no matter what work we do.Askinosie Chocolate is a smallbatch, award winning chocolate company widely considered to be a vanguard in the industry. Known for sourcing 100% of his cocoa beans directly from farmers across the globe, Shawn Askinosie has pioneered direct trade and profit sharing in the craft chocolate industry with farmers in Tanzania, Ecuador, and the Philippines. In addition to developing relationships with smallholder farmers, the company also partners with schools in their origin communities to provide lunch to 1,600 children every day with no outside donations. Twentyfive years ago, Shawn Askinosie was a successful criminal defense lawyer trying his first murder death penalty case that would later go on to become a Dateline special. For many years he found law satisfying, but after several high profile trials he reached a breaking point and found solace in the search for a new career.In this inspiring guide to discovering a vocation that feeds your heart and soul, Askinosie describes his quest to discover more meaningful work a search that led him to volunteering in the palliative care wing of a hospital, to a Trappist monastery where he became inspired by the monks focus on being rather than doing, and eventually traipsing through jungles across the globe in search of excellent cocoa bean farmers to make award winning chocolate. Askinosie shares his hardwon insights into doing work that reflects ones values and purpose in life. He shares with readers visioning tools that can be used in any industry or field to create a work life that is inspired and fulfilling. Askinosie shows us that everyone has the capacity to find meaning in their work and be a positive force for good in the world.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Meaningful Work' by Shawn Askinosie? A: The main theme of 'Meaningful Work' is the exploration of finding purposeful work that aligns with one's values and passions. Askinosie shares his journey of transitioning from a criminal defense lawyer to the founder of a successful chocolate company, emphasizing the importance of meaningful contributions to society.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Meaningful Work'? A: 'Meaningful Work' is authored by Shawn Askinosie, who is also the founder and CEO of Askinosie Chocolate, a company known for its ethical sourcing and community involvement.
- Q: What type of book is 'Meaningful Work'? A: 'Meaningful Work' is a guide that combines memoir and self-help elements. It provides insights into discovering one's vocation and emphasizes the importance of finding fulfillment in work.
- Q: How many pages does 'Meaningful Work' have? A: 'Meaningful Work' has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Meaningful Work'? A: 'Meaningful Work' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Meaningful Work' published? A: 'Meaningful Work' was published on November 14, 2017.
- Q: What makes Askinosie Chocolate unique? A: Askinosie Chocolate is unique due to its commitment to direct trade, sourcing cocoa beans directly from farmers, and its impact on local communities by providing school lunches to children in the origin areas.
- Q: Does 'Meaningful Work' include practical tools for readers? A: 'Meaningful Work' includes visioning tools that readers can apply in their own careers to help create a more fulfilling and inspired work life.
- Q: Is 'Meaningful Work' suitable for all professions? A: 'Meaningful Work' is suitable for individuals in any profession as it provides universal insights into finding purpose and value in one’s work, regardless of the industry.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Meaningful Work'? A: 'Meaningful Work' is released in an illustrated edition, enhancing the reading experience with visual elements.