We’ve been sold a lie. Somewhere between “go to school” and “get a job,” work became the central node of our lives—the very thing that defines us. We measure our worth by our output, our identity by ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Hutcheson teaches leadership at Purdue University. Labor Day invites us to reflect on more than wages or time off. It is a ...

When it comes to work, compensation, benefits, and job security are essential factors to consider. However, a sense of meaning and purpose may be even more crucial, particularly as we spend one-third ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jack Kelly covers career growth, job market and workplace trends. When it comes to your job and career, seeking meaning and ...

Humans spend about one-third of their waking hours working—conservatively, about 90,000 hours over a lifetime. Part of the long-standing Calvin project of preparing agents of renewal for Christ-like ...

I continue to hear from people who feel stuck in their jobs due to the stagnant economy. Almost in desperation they fantasize about doing a major career transition (or even a total life change) as the ...

When one considers the amount of time most people spend “working” during their lifetime, it should not be surprising that the search for meaning at work has become an important concern. Increasing ...

Employees who believe their work is meaningful may be less likely to burn out and more likely to remain in their role, according to a new study published in the journal Public Administration Review.