What makes for a dream job? Here's what the evidence says.

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We reviewed all the research, drawing on over 60 studies, and found the six key factors for true job satisfaction. None of them is 'following your passion'.

On this page: Introduction 1 Don't follow your passion 2 Why you shouldn't follow your intuition either 3 Don't chase the money 4 Don't aim for an easy life 5 What you should really aim for in a dream job 5.1 1. Work that's engaging 5.2 2. Work that helps others 5.3 3. Work you're good at 5.4 4. Work with supportive colleagues 5.5 5. Work that isn't actively unpleasant 6 Do what matters Table of Contents 1 What makes for a dream job? 2 Don’t follow your passion 3 Why you shouldn’t follow your intuition either 4 Don’t chase the money 5 Don’t aim for an easy life 6 What y

What makes for a dream job? Here's what the evidence says.

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