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Bailey, Catherine; Madden, Adrian Why Meaningful Work Matters 2017 Article Meaningful Work Meaningful Work, Meaning Of Work, Psychology, Happiness, Well-Being, Industrial Management
Citation Bailey, Catherine; Madden, Adrian 2017 Article Industrial Management Meaningful Work Meaning Of Work Psychology Happiness Well-Being Industrial Management Meaningful Work

"Why Meaningful Work Matters"

by Bailey, Catherine; Madden, Adrian (2017)

Abstract

Meaningful work is important for employees and employers, yet managers seem to do more to destroy meaning than they do to create it. In this article, we identify how employers can create an environment where employees can find meaning and the benefits this can bring.

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Meaningful Work, Meaning Of Work, Psychology, Happiness, Well-Being, Industrial Management

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Meaningful Work

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