HBR IdeaCast Find Joy in Any Job: How Do I Improve the Role I Have?
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Apr 21, 2022 Marcus Buckingham, head of research at ADP and author of "Love + Work," shares insights on improving workplace engagement and joy. He highlights the importance of identifying what energizes you to reshape your role around your passions. Buckingham discusses practical strategies to enhance job satisfaction, emphasizing proactive communication with management and building supportive team dynamics. He also touches on creating love-filled workplaces and the transformative power of finding joy in work for overall life satisfaction.
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Focus on Red Threads
- Intentionally look for "red threads" (activities you love) in your workday.
- Volunteer for tasks involving these red threads, even if they're outside your job description.
Weekly Check-ins
- Have weekly check-ins with your team leader.
- Discuss what you loved and loathed last week, your priorities for this week, and how your leader can support you.
Independent Development
- If your boss isn't supportive, focus on identifying and developing your red threads independently.
- Learn new skills to enhance your strengths and volunteer for tasks using them.
