When the CEO held a virtual town hall in 2020 and said there needed to be layoffs, I knew I would be one of the first to go because I served zero purpose at that point.
To successfully repair after a mistake, you need to acknowledge and name the mistake, validate the other person's feelings and viewpoint, and create a plan for the specific actions you will take to prevent this mistake from occurring again.
Most people know what a difficult day at work feels like. It can be tiring, draining and tense, leaving you unable to switch off. But there are also days when work feels lighter and more energising. These good days are not necessarily defined by big wins or major achievements. In fact, they tend to come from harmonious experiences in the workplace that support our psychological needs.
Even if you dislike your job, purpose doesn't have to wait until evenings, weekends, or some distant "someday." Purpose can often be built within the work you're already doing. The key word here is built. Purpose Is Built, Not Found. We often talk about purpose as if it's something hidden out in the world waiting to be discovered, like buried treasure.
