In this powerful episode of Uncover the Human, hosts Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore welcome Amanda Gulino, founder of A Better Monday, for an authentic conversation on burnout, values alignment, and what it means to build a career—and life—on purpose. Amanda shares her personal journey from recruiting to leadership and culture consulting, emphasizing how her business emerged from deep curiosity and a desire to do work that reflects her values. Together, they explore themes of identity, burnout recovery, and the freedom that comes with choosing a slower, more intentional path—one that prioritizes energy, joy, and human connection over unchecked growth.

Listeners will gain insight into how burnout often stems from internal misalignment and external pressure, and how presence, curiosity, and intentional boundaries can help reverse that cycle. Amanda, Cristina, and Alex also unpack the nuance behind the Great Resignation, challenging the simplistic narrative that people “don’t want to work.” Instead, they reveal a deeper story about people reclaiming agency and seeking meaningful contribution in environments that value them. The episode is a rich, reflective invitation to pause, examine our defaults, and courageously design a life and career that support who we truly are.