SPARKED How to Prioritize Fun and Still Get Brilliant Work Done | Bree Groff
Jun 17, 2025
Bree Groff, a pioneering advisor at the intersection of leadership and life, and author of "Today Was Fun," discusses transforming work into a joyful experience. She shares insights on finding joy in professional settings and the need to prioritize playfulness and authentic connections. Bree highlights her transition from education to consulting, emphasizing the importance of emotional balance and the power of micro acts of mischief at work. The conversation inspires a rethinking of professionalism to enhance creativity and fulfill our human potential.
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Joyful Work Roots in Teaching
- Bree Groff discovered work could be joyful early on through her parents' and her own teaching experiences.
- Corporate consulting shocked her with its lack of fun and forced professionalism.
Professionalism Masks Authenticity
- Performing professionalism often feels like wearing a mask, which saps energy from authentic work.
- This disconnect harms individuals and reduces the potential for true creativity.
Mortality Reveals Work's Urgency
- Experiencing mortality made Bree Groff realize how much people wish away their workdays.
- Valuing daily joy at work is crucial given our limited time on earth.