Career Advice

How to Increase Job Satisfaction

What to look for beyond the paycheck

Kay Yoon
2 min readOct 23, 2023

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Photo by Clark Tibbs on Unsplash

The journey toward a fulfilling career often hinges on the elusive notion of job satisfaction. As we explore the many career choices, it’s essential to understand what makes a job satisfying.

Drawing from the comprehensive research by 80,000 Hours, let’s delve into the core elements that constitute a satisfying job experience.

1. Engaging Work

Diving into Diversity

A job that offers a variety of tasks and challenges keeps the mind stimulated, fostering a sense of engagement and satisfaction.

The Fulfillment of Completion

The gratification derived from seeing a task through to the end is a potent driver of job satisfaction.

Autonomy — The Reigns in Your Hands

Having a say in how you carry out your work fosters a sense of ownership and satisfaction.

Feedback — The Mirror to Progress

Constructive feedback serves as a stepping stone toward improvement, enhancing job satisfaction.

Contributing to a Larger Cause

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Kay Yoon

Freelancing since 2010. BASc, MS, MBA, Cambridge Law. I write about freelancing, writing, and life in general.