Time, Meaning and Existential Labour: Lessons from Katie Bailey

Episode 7 of the Meaningful Work Matters podcast, hosted by Eudaimonic by Design, titled "Time, Meaning and Existential Labour: Lessons from Katie Bailey" was published on December 27, 2023 and runs 42 minutes.

December 27, 2023 ·42m · Meaningful Work Matters

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Episode Description

Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Katie Bailey, Professor of Work and Employment in the Department of Human Resource Management and Employment Relations at King’s College of London's Business School.

Dr. Bailey has been a driving force behind various projects, including editing the Oxford Handbook of Meaningful Work and establishing the Meaning and Purpose Network (MAP Net) at King's College. She has collaborated with leading thinkers throughout her career, bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications.

As the dialogue unfolds, Dr. Bailey introduces the concept of "existential labor," where individuals may act as if they find their work meaningful due to organizational pressures. This prompts an insightful discussion on meaningful work's personal and moral aspects, emphasizing the importance of aligning work with an individual's values.

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