Virginia Minni
Assistant Professor at the Booth School of Business who runs field experiments on workplace motivation, presenting results from a randomized trial of a one-day purpose workshop that boosts productivity.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 35min
Finding Your Why at Work: The Economics of Purpose
Virginia Minni, an assistant professor at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, explores the impact of personal purpose on workplace motivation. She reveals insights from a trial with 3,000 employees who attended a 'Discover Your Purpose' workshop, highlighting how individual meaning can boost productivity. Minni discusses the surprising benefits, including improved satisfaction and team cohesion, and emphasizes that connecting personal goals to work not only enhances fulfillment but also drives better business outcomes.
Dec 23, 2025 • 35min
The Pie, Wrapped: Innovation, Faith, Purpose, and Market Power
Hyuk-Soo Kwon, an industrial policy expert, shares insights on electric vehicle subsidies and their design challenges. Eduardo Montero analyzes how Seventh-day Adventist churches navigate the tension between faith and local economies in Africa. Virginia Minni reveals how a one-day purpose workshop can significantly enhance workplace productivity. Leo Bursztyn discusses the intriguing stigma created by iMessage's green and blue text bubbles, illustrating how design influences consumer behavior and market power. Tune in for enlightening discussions!
