Many people decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it. This, they argue, leads to a more satisfying working life. To what extent do you agree with this view? What other things can people do in order to have a satisfying working life.

The notion that an early career break leads to greater professional satisfaction has gained considerable traction in recent years. While I broadly agree with this view, I would argue that sustainable job satisfaction ultimately depends on a combination of factors beyond simply pausing one’s career. Proponents of early career breaks rightly point to the psychological […]