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Ep. 170: CALLS: Don’t Follow Your Passion
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
What Makes You Really Love Your Job?
Most people don't have clear passions to follow for their job satisfaction. Matching the content of work to pre-existing interests doesn't necessarily lead to happiness at work. Many factors, such as mastery and impact, are more important. People who turn hobbies into jobs often end up unhappy. The common advice to follow your passion is misleading. People who love their work didn't necessarily follow a pre-existing passion. The key is to aim for being passionate about your work, but the path is complex and unique for each person. Let's explore how to get there.
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