80,000 Hours

There’s a growing body of evidence that helping others is a key ingredient for life satisfaction. People who volunteer are less depressed and healthier. A randomized study showed that performing a random act of kindness makes the giver happier. And a global survey found that people who donate to charity are as satisfied with their lives as those wh

Work that’s engaging

Work with supportive colleagues

Lack of major negatives

Work that fits with the rest of your life

Work you’re good at

All of 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. Job insecurity.

If you make it your mission to help others, then people will want to help you succeed.

Work that helps others