How to Be Happy at Work

Know what "a good life" means to you.

Research shows three types of people – those who prioritize happiness, those who prioritize meaning, and those who enjoy richness.

• Someone who seeks happiness may prioritize a low-stress job. Whether they like their workmates and have fun at work is likely to be a high priority.
• Someone who prioritizes meaning is concerned with the greater good and/or having experiences that feel personally meaningful to them. They want the work they do to reflect their values closely.
• Someone who values richness like a variety of experiences and novelty. They like complex problem-solving and learning new skills. They enjoy finding creative solutions to problems more than standard ones. They don't like too much sameness or consistency.

Put these concepts in rank order of importance to you. This will help you understand what work will make you most happy.

Job Craft Your Way

Job crafting refers to, over time, making your work a better fit for you – whether in terms of your personality, your strengths, or your preferences (e.g., if you prefer to work from home).

Reject Hustle Culture

When you see your job as a craft, it makes you interested in learning new skills, getting feedback to improve, and interacting with a wide range of people who can help you improve your craft. This way it can build your resilience.

Key Points

• Research shows three types of people: those who prioritize happiness, those who prioritize meaning, and those who enjoy richness.
• People who value meaning and richness will feel more satisfied when their work feels more valuable.
• Seeing your work as a craft can propel you to do better work and help you build resilience.

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💬 Which of the three values is the most important for you?

💬 How would you describe your ideal job that matches this value?

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