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Social interaction – perhaps highlighted best during the post-COVID era when , whilst many appreciate and have embraced the option of working remotely / from home , others have longed for and encouraged a return to work , largely to benefit from the kind of social interaction so healthy for our lifestyle and being .
Contribution to society – there are those who believe , me being one , that true fulfillment in life occurs only when one discovers a cause greater than oneself . For many , work offers this platform . An opportunity to contribute , to serve , to have impact , to make a difference far beyond our individual spheres of influence . It is not happenstance that we see more and more candidates selecting employers who have clearly outlined and participable social programmes .
One can see from the list above that , when combined with the ‘ typical ’ benefits associated with the workplace and the world of work , those which tick the first two of Maslow ’ s hierarchies , the world of work offers a strong case for its ability to contribute to the fulfillment of all our needs .
And perhaps by reframing our understanding of work benefits , we can fully unlock human potential , reduce that disengagement number and move forwards with a healthy sense of optimism . x www . intelligentcxo . com
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