Work and happiness are intrinsically linked. Making happiness the central goal of one’s life, and business, can change everything.In this episode, Jason and Jordan discuss how personal and professional growth is essential for long-term fulfillment. They also explore how most learning and development programs offered by employers fail to address the individual needs of employees and don’t satisfy this greater need for fulfillment.

Having a clear understanding of what one is aiming for is crucial to achieving long-term success and happiness. Jason and Jordan explore meaningful ways to help people grow, both personally and professionally, and how companies can provide mentorship, training programs, and career advancement opportunities to support their employees.

Leaders must be willing to lead by example. By setting clear expectations and modeling desired behaviors, employers can foster a culture of growth and development.

Key ideas and highlights:

Word of the day: Symbiosis

Timestamps:

(0:00) Intro

(6:30) Why coasting in life doesn’t lead to satisfaction

(11:30) What most learning & development programs get wrong

(15:50) The importance of discovering what your goals are and what you’re aiming for.

(17:30) How to help your people grow

(20:53) How can companies help support their people in their goals

(23:10) Why leaders need to lead by example

(24:30) Are crazy audacious goals worth it?

(28:30) Making happiness the central goal will change everything