Community Conversation: Not Just A Job: Helping People Find Purpose In Their Work

About this episode

Nikki and Jason discuss how to find purpose in work amidst AI-driven disruption and provide practical tools for assessment.

Episode Description: How do we move from "just a job" to truly purposeful work in the middle of massive AI-driven disruption? Nikki and Jason tackle this question and unpack sobering data on disengagement, talk candidly about seasons of life and changing priorities, and introduce two practical tools that help people assess where they are and what needs to change: the Life Wheel and the Purpose Gap Matrix. Through real stories from their own team and a generational lens on AI's impact, they challenge both leaders and individuals to own their 50%, design work that fits who they are today, and stop waiting for employers to define their future. If you're dreading Mondays, feeling underutilized, or unsure how AI will affect your role, this conversation is a clear, compassionate call to get back in the driver's seat. Additional Resources: Join the PFN Community! Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn Connect with Jason on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key takeaways Most employees lack purpose; leaders and individuals must change that. Life Wheel clarifies priorities across changing life seasons and roles. Purpose Gap Matrix reveals…

People in this episode

Hosts: Nikki, Jason

Topics covered

• purposeful work
• AI disruption
• employee engagement
• career ownership
• work-life balance

Keywords

• purpose
• AI
• disengagement
• Life Wheel
• Purpose Gap Matrix
• career
• flexible cultures

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Organizations: PeopleForward Network

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