Millennials are good examples – they choose meaningful work over money. Millennials often have two jobs – one that brings in money, and one that is meaningful. Often, when people take this route to finding purposeful work, the source of income and the source of meaning start to merge. Millennials are also good at multi-tasking, so they thrive on variety.
There are many benefits to purposeful work, including psychological wellness, productivity and creativity.
Generally speaking, finding purposeful work depends on four contributions:
- Give back. By serving others, you find purpose.
- Contribute to family. Identifying how you can best serve your family and close friends brings enjoyment.
- Commit to the future. We need to grow. Practicing self-improvement in order to reach a better future motivates us.
- Code of ethics. Develop a set of values and steadfastly follow them.
Finding the passion to contribute to yourself, your family and friends, as noted above, moves you forward to a future of purposeful work.