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.
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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 misalignment between strengths, rewards, and work.
- AI disruption demands proactive learning, experimentation, and career ownership.
- Organizations should design flexible cultures that support purposeful work.
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