Me? No.
Everyday workplace successes like good reviews, raises and promotions don't make me happier. If they did, I would work hard and try to be successful.
I also don't get a kick out of winning, or satisfaction from completing a project, or a sense of comradery from pulling all-nighters with people. If I did, I would go seek it.
Instead I work 35 hour weeks and keep a moderate, negative vacation balance that I fix through pay cuts whenever possible. I go home to read good books, cuddle my girlfriend and go on long hikes with my dog.
It's worked, and I'm very happy.
Everyday workplace successes like good reviews, raises and promotions don't make me happier. If they did, I would work hard and try to be successful.
I also don't get a kick out of winning, or satisfaction from completing a project, or a sense of comradery from pulling all-nighters with people. If I did, I would go seek it.
Instead I work 35 hour weeks and keep a moderate, negative vacation balance that I fix through pay cuts whenever possible. I go home to read good books, cuddle my girlfriend and go on long hikes with my dog.
It's worked, and I'm very happy.