Decoding AQ with Ross Thornley Feat. Dr. Tracy Brower, PhD - The Secrets to Happiness at Work

Dr Tracy Brower is author of two books, The Secrets to Happiness at Work &
Bring Work to Life. She is a contributor to Forbes.com and spent two decades at Herman Miller.

Now a Principal, at Steelcase which is the global leader in the office furniture industry. Tracy has been Executive Adviser Michigan State University for almost a decade, but also a sociologist studying work life fulfilment and happiness.

Ross and Tracy talk about the sociology of work, human connection, work fulfilment, perception, adaptation, different organisations, reflecting, fulfilment, boundaries, society, growth and psychological safety. The pair also discuss the future of work, the gig economy, reskilling, upskilling, value, the skill of reflecting, objectivity, valuing people, feeling connected to our community, reinforcing happiness, validation,  different points of view and influencing each other. 

Timestamps

01:13 A little of Tracy's background03:33 Some highlights of adapting through spending 20 years in 1 organisation06:32 Fulfilment at work 09:04 The future of identity12:04 Exploring what work really means15:27 Skills we need to help us achieve fulfilment and happiness23:45 Expanding happiness in an environment28:48 Being heard32:47 Conversations with people who think differently to us39:15 The last time Tracy did something for the first time44:07 Important considerations for the future

Connect with Tracy:

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Connect with Ross:

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