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WorkLife with Adam Grant · May 28, 2026 · 30:27

Caroline Wanga on the Career Path No One Tells You About | from Hello Monday

In this special feed drop from LinkedIn’s Hello Monday, host Jessi Hempel interviews Caroline Wanga, President and CEO of Essence Ventures. Wanga shares her philosophy of building a career with intention and authenticity, including the concept of creating and iterating on a personal career map rather than following a traditional path. Drawing from her own journey from intern to C-suite at Target, she emphasizes that the 'next right move' is unique to each individual. She also discusses the role of authenticity in leadership and offers tools for living and working with purpose.

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Highlights

Personal career map
Your career path doesn’t have to follow a traditional linear progression; creating and iterating on a personal career map leads to clarity.
The next right move is personal
The 'next right move' in your career won’t necessarily look like anyone else’s, and that’s okay.
Authenticity in leadership
Authenticity is not just a personal virtue but a crucial component of effective leadership.
Tools and mindsets for a meaningful career
Living and working with purpose requires intentional tools and mindset shifts.

References

I'm Highly Percent SureCaroline Wangamemoir

Misc

Caroline Wanga rose from intern to C-suite over 15 years at Target.
Her memoir is titled 'I'm Highly Percent Sure'.
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