Nonprofit Careers: Choosing Purpose Over Profit with Habitat for Humanity’s Mike Sutton

In this thought-provoking segment, Dr. Tonjua Williams talks with Mike Sutton, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties, about finding purpose in the nonprofit world. Mike shares insights into balancing personal fulfillment and financial realities, dispelling myths around nonprofit salaries, and why he remains dedicated to Habitat’s mission. They discuss Habitat’s focus on sustainability, community investment, and how building a strong organizational culture can attract passionate, driven individuals to long-term nonprofit careers. Join us as we explore the meaningful rewards of nonprofit work, building culture, and how Habitat for Humanity changes lives beyond the homes it builds. Listen to the full episode here Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/18-how-habitat-for-humanity-empowers-families-communities/id1736752420?i=1000682421222 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7y8rfTG21yS34IVNROY8jz?si=85d15dd8618b4b05 Youtube: https://youtu.be/_ZlSREKZUic?si=enchnIqhDMYkMeln GUEST RESOURCES: Mike Sutton  LinkedIn | @mesutton RESOURCES: St. Petersburg College Website | St. Petersburg College Facebook | @stpetecollege  IG | @stpetersburgcollege YouTube | @SPC  LinkedIn | @st-petersburg-college  X | @spcnews  Standing In The Gap is produced by EPYC Media Network | Visit at https://www.epyc.co/