PASSION: Is It a Job Requirement?

Episode 4 of the The One About Careers podcast, hosted by Devon and Sarah-Jane, titled "PASSION: Is It a Job Requirement?" was published on September 28, 2023 and runs 16 minutes.

September 28, 2023 ·16m · The One About Careers

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Thanks so much for tuning into our fourth podcast episode in which we discuss the concept of passion in careers. We both agree that not everyone needs to be passionate about their work, and we caution against overselling the idea of passion, especially to young individuals. We emphasize the importance of finding satisfaction in work and how passion can be a means to an end rather than the primary focus. Sarah-Jane’s Thriving At Work Assessment can be found at the bottom of the first page o...

Episode Description

Thanks so much for tuning into our fourth podcast episode in which we discuss the
concept of passion in careers.

We both agree that not everyone needs to be passionate about their work, and we caution against overselling the idea of passion, especially to young individuals. We emphasize the importance of finding satisfaction in work and how passion can be a means to an end rather than the primary focus.

Sarah-Jane’s Thriving At Work Assessment can be found at the bottom of the first page
of her website The Career Growth Company.

Here’s the link to Devon’s blog post about passion.

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