What's Next! with Tiffani Bova

Leading Teams Toward Meaningful Work with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles

Feb 13, 2025

23:58

Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova.

This week, I have the wonderful pleasure of welcoming two guests. The first is Wes Adams. He is the founder and CEO of SV Consulting Group. He has led teams that were recognized as one of Fast Company's most innovative brands, won multiple Webby Awards, and received two James Beard Award nominations. Also joining him is Tamara Myles. She is a consultant and an international speaker with over two decades of experience helping leaders improve business performance. She is a professor at Boston College and an instructor at the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Secret to Peak Productivity. But the reason they're here today is because they have a new book coming out called Meaningful Work.

THIS EPISODE IS PERFECT FOR… leaders and managers looking for actionable ways to create more meaningful and fulfilling workplaces.

TODAY’S MAIN MESSAGE… research shows that finding meaning at work is the single most important factor in creating fulfilled, high-performing teams. In this conversation, Wes and Tamara explore how leaders can foster environments where employees feel a sense of purpose and impact. They share a simple yet transformative framework—community, contribution, and challenge—that helps align individual fulfillment with organizational success.

KEY TAKEAWAYS…

Meaning happens in moments. Paying attention to details can go a long way.

Creating community at work starts with authentic connections and showing genuine care for colleagues.
Recognizing the contribution of employees strengthens engagement and enhances performance.
Meaningful work is not just beneficial for individuals but drives long-term organizational success.

WHAT I LOVE MOST… these three simple but powerful questions for leaders: Did I connect with someone today? How did my work have a positive impact? Did I learn something new today? These reflections inspire actionable steps toward more meaningful work environments.

Running Time: 23:57

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Wes and Tamara’s Book:

Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee