Passion is Overrated. Build Purpose Into Everyday Work with Tom Rath

Episode notes

Bestselling author and researcher Tom Rath explores a deceptively simple question: What's the point? Drawing from his latest book, What's the Point? Turning Purpose Into Your Daily Superpower , Tom reframes purpose as something that can be created in small, meaningful moments every day. We discuss how L&D professionals and leaders can move beyond productivity and efficiency to help people see the real impact of their work. From redefining the role of managers in connecting employees to contribution, to challenging the myth of passion and viewing purpose as an outward, others‑focused practice, this conversation offers practical ways to make purpose part of everyday work. Whether you're developing others or navigating your own career, this episode will help you rethink purpose and how to act on it. Resources: Tom on LinkedIn: Tom's new book: Tom's Website:

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