Do you want to be happier at work? New research shows how

About this episode

This episode explores how happiness can lead to success at work through positive psychology and practical habits.

We all want to be happy at work. Or at least happier, don't we? Across th is conversation, listeners will learn about a foundational concept: S uccess often follows happiness rather than causes it . Drawing on research in positive psychology, the episode outlines how mindset, habits and self-awareness account for a large share of overall wellbeing, far outweighing external circumstances. It also explains how small, consistent practices such as learning to be grat eful can recalibrate the brain's natural bias toward the negative. Listeners will learn: The relationship between happiness and leadership Positive psychology as a field of research Research data on happiness and how it's a 'skill' The key components of developing workplace happiness and contentment H ow to recognise ' green-light moments ' W ays to shift out of work-related ruts , regain perspective and avoid catastrophising Th is Career Hacks episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for that elusive happiness factor at work. Host: Jacqueline Blondell , E ditor, CPA Australia Guest: Declan Edwards , happiness researcher, speaker, coach and consultant. He is founder of the BU Happiness College , which has a vision of…

People in this episode

Host: Jacqueline Blondell

Guest: Declan Edwards

Topics covered

• happiness at work
• positive psychology
• workplace wellbeing
• leadership
• mindset
• habits

Keywords

• happiness
• workplace
• positive psychology
• wellbeing
• leadership
• mindset
• habits
• gratitude
• career hacks

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BU Happiness College, CPA Australia

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