Running on all five sources: Actions leaders can take to create more meaningful work

Knowing about the five sources of meaning is a great start, but the real magic occurs when leaders begin to embed them into how the work gets done.

August 16, 2021Research shows that when people view their work as meaningful, their performance and job attitudes improve significantly. Previously, we proposed a strategy that leaders can use to create meaningful work: making the connection to and highlighting the impact their work has on society, customers, the company, team, and individuals’ personal success—otherwise known as the five sources of meaning.

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Help your employees find purpose—or watch them leave

Employees expect their job to be a significant source of purpose. Employers need to help meet this need, or be prepared to lose talent to companies that will.