Meaningful work gives us a purpose for getting out of bed in the morning. It makes us energized and excited and more productive. And in one study, researchers discovered that people who prioritize meaning over happiness actually end up happier in the long-term. Here’s a collection of our best articles on finding meaning at work.
Why do some days drag on, every minute feeling like an hour while our to-do list remains intact. While others seem to fly by with task after tasking being ticked off without breaking a sweat? The answer is Flow—the state of mind where we’re so focused, so disciplined, and so in tune with our abilities, […]
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Steve Jobs famously said that creativity is just connecting things. But anyone facing a creative block knows it’s a lot harder than grabbing ideas out of thin air. Creativity is a complex process. There’s no “creativity gene” or section of your brain responsible for creative thought. We can’t choose to turn creativity on or off.
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When we talk about finding a meaningful career or hitting our long-term goals, we often think about the results of our actions, yet skim over what actually gets us through each day. Motivation is a seemingly simple idea that gets complex once you really start to explore it. Some days we wake up with an abundance
What brings meaning into your life? Whoah. Hold on a second. I didn’t mean to scare you off. I know that’s a bit of a heavy statement to just come out of the gates with. Many of us struggle with finding meaning. And why shouldn’t we? Days get packed with responsibilities and distractions and we
I’m delighted to admit that I’ve failed at more challenges than anyone I know. — Scott Adams Few of us could admit to failing more than anyone we know. In fact, most of us have trouble admitting to any failure. We try our best to succeed in everything we do, and we struggle to admit
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As open-plan offices become more popular, many of us are used to working in a crowded space and dealing with excessive office noise. Open spaces can be beneficial for collaborating with others, but for focused work, they can often hinder productivity. As Milanote’s CEO Ollie Campbell says, open-plan offices encourage collaboration at the expense of
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Conducting regular reviews is a useful way to reflect on your progress, celebrate your achievements, and keep yourself on-track towards long-term goals. But reviews can be overwhelming and confusing if you’re not sure where to start. To get you going, we’ve created a weekly review template. Adjust it to suit your needs and use it
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