What is the secret of a happy and fulfilled working life? For most of us muddling through corporate careers as best we can, the answer remains elusive.
As host of the FT’s Working It podcast, I’ve talked to hundreds of experts about the question and I’ve learned a lot from colleagues. My new book looks at how to navigate that messy world of work. It covers everything from scoping out what shiny-sounding potential employers are really like, to building your “brand’ without the cringe factor and dealing with unpleasant team members or oblivious bosses.
There is no quick path to desk-based nirvana. But here are my top five insights about surviving at work.