6 Ways to Find Work You Love

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August 8, 2013

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Where the needs of the world and your talents cross, there lies your vocation.

- Aristotle -

6 Ways to Find Work You Love

"The idea of fulfilling work -- a job that reflects our passions, talents, and values-- is a modern invention. Open Dr. Johnson's celebrated Dictionary, published in 1755, and the word "fulfillment" doesn't even appear. But today our expectations are higher, which helps explain why job satisfaction has declined to a record low of 47 percent in the U.S., and is even lower in Europe. If you count yourself amongst those who are unhappy in their job, or at least have that occasional niggling feeling that your work and self are out of alignment, how are you supposed to go about finding a meaningful career? What does it take to overcome the fear of change and negotiate the labyrinth of choices, especially in tough economic times?" Author, Roman Krznaric, shares six pieces of essential wisdom drawn from some of the best thinkers in the field. { read more }