Is following your work passion overrated?
When your career overshadows all other parts of your life, you may want to rethink your priorities
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When your career overshadows all other parts of your life, you may want to rethink your priorities
Research suggests that placing too much emphasis on passion for one's work can have negative consequences. It can prevent individuals from developing an identity outside of work and lead to employers expecting more time and effort without increased pay.
Follow your passion. It’s perhaps the most common advice given to job seekers. The implication: You can only be your best at work when you’re doing something you truly love.
New York Times: The pandemic encouraged people to rethink how essential passion really is.
We discover ways to be more fulfilled, both within and outside the workplace