Search results for:
How do I find purpose in my work as a new grad?
"It's not surprising to see in my own work, looking back, and in the work of some of my peers, an attention to family. It's nice to write a book that does tend toward significance and meaning, and where else are you sure of finding it?
⸺ Jonathan Franzen
Franzen emphasizes the importance of family as a source of meaning and significance in one's work, suggesting that grounding your work in relationships and personal significance can provide purpose.
"As much as I love Twitter, Twitter feuds aren't going to work. Actually connecting requires true face-to-face time. I believe with all my heart that it's only after working side by side with another person that you earn the right to speak into that person's life.
⸺ Chip Gaines
Gaines highlights the value of genuine, in-person connections in work, suggesting that building relationships through collaboration can provide a deeper sense of purpose and satisfaction.
"My dad and one brother are working the farm. They laughed when I said I wanted to act. We work very hard, but for my family, it's just another experience in life, y'know?
⸺ Travis Fimmel
Fimmel reflects on the different paths people take in life, emphasizing that all experiences, including work, can be valuable learning opportunities. This perspective can help new grads see their work as part of a larger journey.
"Work takes on new meaning when you feel you are pointed in the right direction. Otherwise, it's just a job, and life is too short for that.
⸺ Tim Cook
Cook stresses the importance of aligning your work with your personal values and goals to find true meaning, suggesting that purpose comes from feeling that you are on the right path.
"I'm having the time of my life. I've never looked forward to going to work so much every day. I'm loving it; it's great. It's what I love to do and I wouldn't want to be doing anything else.
⸺ Sarah Chalke
Chalke's enthusiasm for her work underscores the importance of passion in finding purpose, suggesting that doing what you love can make work feel fulfilling and exciting.
"Finding compromise and working towards common goals are the things that I that I want to continue to be a part of, and making a real difference in getting important work done.
⸺ Laphonza Butler
Butler emphasizes the importance of collaboration and working towards shared goals to make a meaningful impact, suggesting that purpose can be found in teamwork and striving for common objectives.