How the values of Gen X support our approach to work life balance with Marlo Newton

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Welcome to the Aligned and Thriving podcast. In this episode, host Judith Bowtell is joined by Marlo Newton, a Senior Manager of Major Gifts at the Alfred Foundation. Marlo is an accomplished fundraiser, manager, educator, performer, public speaker, and author. She shares her insights on how the values of Gen X support their approach to work-life balance. The discussion explores the influence of early life experiences and family values on work life balance.

Podcast Episode Summary

• The episode explores how the values of Gen X influence their approach to work-life balance.
• Marlo Newton discusses her childhood experiences and how they shaped her views on work and life.
• The conversation delves into the core values of Gen X, including skepticism, fun, informality, independence, and resilience.
• Marlo shares her career journey in the not-for-profit sector and the importance of aligning work with personal values.
• The discussion highlights the evolution of work-life balance policies and their impact on working mothers.

Connect with Marlo Newton in LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlo-newton-48431434/
Article reference:
Work Life Balance - https://www.kumanu.com/defining-work-life-balance-its-history-and-future/
Gen X Values - https://www.upworthy.com/what-is-generation-x-rp5#:~:text=According%20to%20a%20generational%20differences,and%20motivated%20by%20%E2%80%9Cfreedom.%E2%80%9D

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Chapters

1. How the values of Gen X support our approach to work life balance with Marlo Newton (00:00:00)

2. Introduction of the guest, Marlo Newton (00:01:29)

3. Marlo shares her annual tradition of planning weekends away with friends. (00:03:30)

4. Discussion on how values are shaped by early life experiences and parental influence. (00:05:14)

5. Exploring the values of Gen X, including skepticism, fun, informality, self-reliance, independence, and resistance to authority. (00:08:14)

6. Marlo talks about her career in the not-for-profit sector and the alignment with her values. (00:09:04)

7. Transition to working at the Alfred hospital and the value of lifelong learning. (00:09:51)

8. Marlo reflects on the importance of resilience and the challenges faced by Gen X. (00:11:06)

9. Discussion on societal changes related to work-life balance, paid maternity leave, and part-time work. (00:12:00)

10. Marlo's experience with work-life balance policies during her parenting years. (00:17:28)

11. The impact of societal expectations and the evolution of work-life balance in Marlo's career. (00:19:42)

12. Strategies for work-life balance, including staying out of step with peers and finding individual interests. (00:22:47)

13. Marlo's involvement in a global Jewish study cycle and her experience with non-dancer dance classes. (00:25:12)

14. The shift in priorities and societal expectations as individuals progress in their careers. (00:28:36)

15. Discussion on the systems and structures that influence work hours and the challenge of being always on the clock. (00:31:52)

16. Recognition of the privileges influencing work-life balance decisions. (00:32:52)

17. Marlo Newton shares her guiding life philosophy based on the teachings of Rabbi Hillel. (00:33:42)