If you’ve read the many workplace psychology studies and whitepapers published over the past decade, you probably know that a sense of purpose in work is important. Studies show that when people believe that their work matters, they’re four times more likely to be engaged, are more motivated, learn faster, and are more fulfilled. But do you know how to … Read more
If most of your day is spent doing mundane tasks, you’re not alone. And there’s hope, studies show we can actually learn how to find meaning in the everyday. Surveys find that almost 60 percent of the average person’s day is spent on routine details like paperwork, e-mail, informal conversations, or planning and being in … Read more
Meaningful work is everyone’s job. Lisa had been a janitor for a decade when I asked her to describe a time when she experienced her work as especially meaningful. She needed just a few seconds to recall a moment, “This one has given me motivation ever since.” It wasn’t what I was expecting. She started, … Read more