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Fresh Take: Dan Heath on Fulfilling Careers, Better Decision Making, and What Kids Remember Most About Childhood

24 Jul 2026 · 41 min

What does it really take to build a fulfilling life—and how do we help our kids do the same? Bestselling author and host of the podcast "What It's Like to Be..." Dan Heath joins Amy for a conversation that challenges some of the biggest assumptions parents make about success, careers, decision making, and what their kids will remember most about growing up.

Dan shares why meaningful work often comes from unexpected places and why room for experimentation and exploration is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children.

Dan and Amy discuss:

• Why there's no such thing as a universally "good" career • How to help kids discover passions without putting pressure on them • A simple exercise that creates unforgettable family memories • Why experimentation leads to more fulfilling work and life

• Four common decision-making "villains"—and how to avoid them • Practical ways to make parenting, work, and everyday decisions with more clarity

Here's where you can find Dan:

• www.danheath.com • Listen to "What It's Like to Be..." • Buy Dan's books • LinkedIn

What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables.

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• https://danheath.com/
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