"How do I make the most of my time at my soulless job?" - Fixable
Mar 26, 2024
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Delaney seeks advice on balancing inspiration and financial security in her tech job post layoff on the Fixable podcast. The hosts, Anne and Frances, offer actionable insights on navigating motivation, career transitions, and fostering fulfillment at work. The episode explores the interplay of professional life and artistic pursuits while emphasizing the importance of aligning work with aspirations.
Tech workers have a 72% chance of finding new jobs within three months after being laid off, highlighting the ease of transition in the tech industry.
Balancing financial security with personal fulfillment is crucial; reframing job roles to align with personal passions can increase motivation and satisfaction at work.
Deep dives
Tech Workers Rehiring Statistics
Tech workers who are laid off are finding new jobs within three months at a rate of 72%. This statistic provides encouragement and highlights the relative ease of tech workers in securing new employment in the current environment.
Dealing with Job Layoffs and Motivation Loss
Delaney, a tech employee facing decreased motivation after surviving layoffs in her team, struggles with the decision to pursue personal fulfillment or remain in her secure job. The podcast explores the conflict between staying for financial stability versus pursuing a more aligned and fulfilling path. Delaney reflects on her desire to invest time in art and entrepreneurial ventures but faces challenges balancing her corporate role with personal aspirations.
Transitioning Job Roles and Finding Energy in Work
The conversation shifts towards identifying Delaney's strengths and finding ways to redefine her current job role to align with her passions and talents. By reframing her role as a 'super program manager' focusing on facilitating discussions and bringing creativity to problem-solving, Delaney aims to infuse energy into her work and create a more fulfilling professional experience. The episode emphasizes the importance of proactively shaping one's job, considering personal values, and seeking joy in daily tasks to maintain a balance between financial security and personal fulfillment.
Delaney left a fulfilling teaching career to join the tech industry. But after a round of layoffs left her the sole remaining member of her team, she’s stopped feeling motivated and wants to start carving out time to pursue the artistic projects that actually inspire her. Needing to feel both invigorated and financially secure, In this episode of Fixable, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective, Delaney turns to Anne and Frances for advice. Through a challenging conversation, they map a plan for Delaney to leave every workday energized and ready to chase her passions.
Fixable is TED’s business call-in advice show. Frances Frei is a Harvard Business professor. Anne Morriss is a CEO and best-selling author. Anne and Frances are two of the top leadership coaches in the world. Oh, did we mention they're also married to each other? Together, Anne and Frances move fast and fix stuff by talking to guest callers about their workplace issues and solving their problems – in 30 minutes or less. Both listeners and guests will receive actionable insights to create meaningful change in the workplace – regardless of their position on the company ladder. If you want to be on Fixable, call our hotline at 234-Fixable (that's 234-349-2253) to leave Anne and Frances a voicemail with your workplace problem or email fixable@ted.com
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