We often treat work as a necessary evil, but it might be doing more for your happiness than you think.
In this episode, Cindi and Geoff dig into the power of workplace relationships, and how easily they’re overlooked. They challenge assumptions about loneliness, connection, and meaning, unpacking why the daily rhythms of work life can be so hard to lose. From first jobs to the so-called freedom of retirement, Cindi and Geoff reconsider what work actually gives us, and why it matters.
If you’re looking for ways to build stronger bonds and shared purpose on your team, this podcast is worth a listen.
Episode Highlights:
- Why work relationships matter more than we think
- Surprising findings on loneliness
- The three ingredients of a good life
- How to foster genuine connection–without forced fun
- Avoid the pitfalls of retirement
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Want to Go Deeper? Check Out Our Recommended Reading:
- Wright, SL and Silard, AG. “Loneliness in Young Adult Workers,” Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health, 4 Nov. 2022; 19(21):14462. DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114462
- Knight, Rebecca. “The office friendship is dead. That’s bad for all of us – especially our employers,” Business Insider, 13 Apr 2022, https://www.businessinsider.com/office-friendship-dead-remote-work-employers-turnover-great-resignation-2022-4
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