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Advice for careers leaders and senior teachers: How to find meaning in your work

Written by Future TalentEd | Nov 18, 2018 1:23:00 PM

Watch Alain de Botton’s presentation on the responsibility leaders have in helping their teams find meaning in their work.

About Alain de Botton

Alain de Botton is an author and philosopher whose books have become bestsellers in 30 countries. Covering universal topics such as love, literature and travel.

In 2008, de Botton founded The School of Life, an educational institution designed to improve our emotional intelligence in both our professional and personal lives.

Video summary

Alain de Botton’s presentation looks at how we find meaning in our work, and how employers can help their employees to both enjoy and excel. The philosopher also examines how we choose a job (hint: don’t listen to your gut instinct) and how leaders need to ensure they communicate  goals as effectively as possible.

This video was recorded at Changeboard’s Future Talent Conference 2014.