Do Challenges Keep Us Interested?

Years ago, I had a boss who told me that challenges in the workplace were what kept people interested and motivated. Over the years, I’ve gone back and forth in regards to whether I agree with her or not. I do know that I have left jobs that were not mentally stimulating and people have more of a tendency to get burned out at jobs where there are no changes, new activities, or interesting things happening. But, I’ve also been at jobs that were way too crisis-driven to keep my interest. Too much drama and I start to shut down … Continue reading