Benjamin Todd
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4,140 appearances
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first heard Sep 2023
last heard 28 May
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To be satisfied, everything above is important.
But you also need the absence of things that make work unpleasant.
All the following tend to be linked to job dissatisfaction.
A long commute, especially if it's over an hour by bus.
Very long hours.
Pay you feel is unfair.
And job insecurity.
Although these sound obvious, people often overlook them.
The negative consequences of a long commute can be enough to outweigh many other positive factors.
6.
Work that fits with the rest of your life.
You don't have to get all the ingredients of a fulfilling life from your job.
It's possible to find a job that pays the bills and excel in a side project, or to find a sense of meaning through philanthropy or volunteering, or to build great relationships outside of work.
We've advised plenty of people who have done this.
There are famous examples too.
Einstein had his most productive year in 1905 while working as a clerk at a patent office.
So this last factor is a reminder to consider how your career fits with the rest of your life.
Recap
Before we move on, here's a quick recap of the six ingredients.
This is what to look for in a dream job.
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