Listen "S2E11: Purpose is the Future of Work with Megan Flanagan"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Purpose Project, host Leslie Pagel talks with Megan Flanagan about the significance of purpose in the workplace. Megan shares her journey and dedication to understanding and integrating purpose in both her personal and professional life. The discussion explores how purpose is pivotal for workforce well-being, employee engagement, and organizational success. Megan provides insights on how to cultivate purpose among employees, the critical role of managers, and the importance of acknowledging employees' lives outside of work. The episode emphasizes that purpose is not merely a trend but a fundamental aspect of the future of work.00:00 Introduction to Purpose Project00:39 Meet Megan Flanagan: A Purpose-Driven Life01:46 Defining Personal Purpose05:54 Purpose in the Workplace09:37 Aligning Personal and Organizational Purpose17:41 Creating a Purpose-Driven Work Environment18:59 Recognizing Employees Beyond Their Job Roles19:53 The 'Love It, Loathe It, Meh' Exercise23:20 The Importance of Psychological Safety26:32 Creating Communities of Belonging30:41 Addressing Employer Concerns31:55 Purpose for All Employees34:05 Final Thoughts on Purpose in the Workplace35:41 Conclusion and Personal ReflectionPurpose Project is a research study on the topic of life's purpose. You can follow along in the making of Purpose Project:Instagram: @purpose.projectLinkedIn: @purposeproject-mediaTikTok: @purpose.projectCaptions are auto-generated.
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