Purpose at Work: A Course for Employees and Leaders
Welcome to Purpose at Work: A Course for Employees and Leaders! Why purpose at work? Because most of us spend most of our waking hours working. Many of us spend years of effort to obtain jobs that may give us purpose. But can we find purpose in nearly any job? Are we more engaged and likely to remain in our job if it gives us purpose? Can leaders create a culture that makes it easier for people to find purpose in their work?
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 6 hours
- Course by University of Michigan
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Welcome to Purpose at Work: A Course for Employees and Leaders! Why purpose at work? Because most of us spend most of our waking hours working. Many of us spend years of effort to obtain jobs that may give us purpose. But can we find purpose in nearly any job? Are we more engaged and likely to remain in our job if it gives us purpose? Can leaders create a culture that makes it easier for people to find purpose in their work? The answers are ‘yes’ to all of the above and this course shows you how. In this course we first examine what purpose is, the benefits of having a purpose, and how to find your own purpose. We then look at purposeful work, including ways of finding purposeful work in the process of leading a more engaged and fulfilling life. Finally, we focus on purposeful leadership, including ways of leading with purpose and managing yourself. Also, in this course I interview business executives, leading organizational psychologists, and even the research director of NASA. These discussions offer real-world insights and strategies to students, employees, and leaders.Modules
Welcome to the Course
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3
Readings
3
Readings
- Welcome to the Course / Meet Your Instructor
- Course Syllabus
- Course Pre-Survey
What is Purpose and Why Is It Important?
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6
Videos
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2
Discussion
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week 1 Quiz: What is purpose and why is it important?
2
Discussions
- Self-Affirmation
- Week 1 Takeaways
6
Videos
- Introduction to Purpose
- What is a purpose and why is it important?
- Health Outcomes Associated with a Strong Purpose
- Who is Purpose for?
- Self-affirmation
- Becoming Purposeful and Week 1 Summary
Purposeful Work
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9
Videos
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2
Discussion
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week 2 Quiz: Purposeful Work
2
Discussions
- What are you facing?
- Week 2 Takeaway
9
Videos
- What We're Facing
- Purpose and Resilience
- Domains of Purpose
- Finding Purpose in Work
- Growth Mindset and Work
- Finding a Purposeful Culture at Work
- Being Purposeful At Work
- The #1 "do" Goal: Managing Our Emotions
- Week 2 Summary
Purposeful Leadership
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- Introduction to Purposeful Leadership
- What is a purpose-driven leader? Interview with Bob Quinn
- Bigger Title Than You?
- Interview with Ari Weinzweig
- Purposeful Leaders
- Interview with Thomas Zerbuchen, Director of Research at NASA
Leading with Purpose
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6
Videos
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Purposeful Leadership Reflection
6
Videos
- Leading with Purpose: Model
- Leading with Purpose: Empower
- Leading with Purpose: Connect
- Managing Yourself: Interview with Ari
- We're small, but...: Interview with Thomas
- Purposeful Leadership Summary
Course Conclusion
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Course Post-Survey
Auto Summary
"Purpose at Work: A Course for Employees and Leaders" focuses on finding and fostering purpose in the workplace. Led by expert instructors, the course delves into personal and leadership development, offering strategies to create a fulfilling work environment. Spanning 360 minutes, it features interviews with industry leaders and psychologists. Available through Coursera with a foundational level and a Starter subscription, it’s ideal for employees and leaders seeking engagement and purpose in their careers.
Vic Strecher