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# [Finding Fulfillment Beyond Titles with Steph Corker of ViRTUS](https://planningalt.com/insights/finding-fulfillment-beyond-titles-with-steph-corker)

 Written by [Planning Alternatives](https://planningalt.com/insights/author/planning-alternatives) | March 31, 2025

| <https://open.spotify.com/episode/5v8xV1fp1bMmhj8OZpTTs0> | <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-fulfillment-beyond-titles-with-steph-corker/id1376400571?i=1000701535298> | <https://youtu.be/p9OCqZ6V-hw> |
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[Steph Corker](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephcorker/) believes true wealth isn’t just about money — it’s about joy, connection, and living with purpose. As chief growth officer, and founder and former CEO of [The Corker Collective](https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecorkerco/), acquired by [ViRTUS](https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtusinc/) in 2024, Steph helps leaders build meaningful careers while staying aligned with their values. In this conversation, she shares insights on bravery, leadership, and why the smallest moments — like offering a gummy bear — can spark the biggest transformations.

 

Key Takeaways:

- (01:53) The unexpected canoe test — how a five-minute interview with Seth Godin shaped Steph’s perspective.
- (04:49) The power of brave conversations and why Steph believes in packing curiosity (and gummy bears) for tough discussions.
- (06:56) How a simple gummy bear can create openness and shift the tone of challenging conversations.
- (11:24) Gardening as a leadership lesson — what Steph learned from turning her front lawn into a community garden.
- (13:20) The concept of "missing greatness" — why some leaders struggle to recognize meaningful success.
- (15:50) Finding fulfillment beyond titles and resumes — how Steph defines personal greatness.
- (19:52) Looking ahead — Steph’s vision for her future self and how she’s shaping her life today to align with that vision.
- (21:39) Why true wealth is about more than money — it’s about joy, relationships, and living with purpose.

 

> “I think I am the wealthiest only because maybe I am the silliest. I think that joy is wealth."  
> \-  Steph Corker

 

Resources Mentioned:

- [The Corker Collective (acquired by ViRTUS)](https://www.thecorkercollective.com/)
- [Intelligent Change Journals](https://www.intelligentchange.com/)

 

Connect with Steph Corker, Chief Growth Officer of ViRTUS

LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephcorker](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephcorker/)  
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecorkerco](https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecorkerco)   
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtusinc](https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtusinc) 

 

Connect with Nathan Mersereau:

Phone: 248-645-1520   
Email: [nathan.mersereau@planningalt.com](mailto:nathan.mersereau@planningalt.com)  
Twitter: [@NathanMersereau](https://twitter.com/nathanmersereau)  
LinkedIn: [Nathan Mersereau](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-mersereau-cfp%C2%AE-a984761/)  
Address: 255 S Old Woodward, Suite 310  
Birmingham, MI 48009

 

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