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[quote=Anonymous]Aren't we just talking about the differenc between choosing a career that is (a) profit-driven; or (b) mission-driven?

Meaning, what is the motivation driving our kids (and ourselves) when choosing careers and jobs?

I think it's normal for people to begin their career with a more profit-driven motivation in order to establish themselves and create financial security.

This includes paying off school loans, to the extent they/we have them, saving money to improve housing (living without roommates or putting together a downpayment to buy), establishing an emergency fund, and having a strong financial base from which to start a family.

For many, the drive for more "mission-driven" work comes mid-career, once there's a stronger sense of financial security, either due to savings/investment or to the security that comes from being part of a dual-earning couple.

And . . .

This genuinely doesn't need to be an either/or situation - either profit-driven or mission-driven from the start. There are jobs and careers that combine both. And though they are likely to create a slower path to financial security, that's 100% fine for some people because the mission-driven piece is worth the tradeoff.

Finally, yes, there are some jobs and careers that genuinely do satisfy both the profit-driven AND mission-driven goals in equal measure. I'm thinking of some successful pro-social startups, as well as microfinance, high level non-profit consulting (does Deloitte do this?), and of course, public service/government work.

I'd love to hear MORE examples of entry-level positions and career paths that genuinely combine both pieces - a reasonable path to financial security AND satisfyingly mission-driven work. Anyone?
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