Work Sucks, But I Like It

How we define work needs to change today. Work Sucks, But I Like It is a show that challenges the narrow way we’ve come to define work. Most people answer the question, “What do you do?” with a job title—but that barely scratches the surface of human potential. This podcast digs deeper as success in our work is not about good luck, it's good "skills".

Tony is a Quality Manager in the aerospace industry, columnist writer for Thermal Processing Magazine, and 500RYT Yoga Teacher. He is currently pursuing his PhD in I/O Psychology and is the author of "The Impression of a Good Life: Finding Your Song and Dance" and "Don't Let Life Pass You By: Win the Game of Work and Play".

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Work Sucks, But I Like It

E9: Work Sucks, But I Like It: Why It's Time to Rethink How We Value Work

September 09, 2025 • Tony Tenaglier

“Life is not a spectator sport.” – Zig Ziglar

We live in a culture that constantly tells us to escape work. To “do our own thing,” retire early, or make passive income while sipping drinks on a beach. If we’re not careful, this narrative slowly convinces us that work is a prison sentence — something to be endured until we reach some vague finish line of success, freedom, or validation.

So, Why This Podcast?
Because work matters.

Because the stories of real people doing real work deserve to be heard.

Because not everyone needs to start a business to live a meaningful life.

Because you don’t have to go viral to be valuable.

Because work, when seen rightly, is not a prison — it’s a practice.

And because we need a new kind of conversation — one rooted in participation, purpose, and presence.

If this resonates with you, I’d love for you to be part of it. Visit worksucksbutilikeit.com and reach out if you have a story to share.

Let’s stop spectating and start showing up — together.

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