“Not all the work is fun,” says Jeff Bezos, cutting through the career myth: Here’s what professionals need to accept

Even Jeff Bezos admits work isn’t always enjoyable—and that’s the point. Challenging the myth of effortless careers, this story explores why expecting constant passion leads to burnout. Drawing on Bezos’ candid insights and Gallup data, it argues that real success comes from consistency, realistic expectations, and finding meaning beyond daily happiness.

“Not all the work is fun,” says Jeff Bezos, cutting through the career myth: Here’s what professionals need to accept
Even Jeff Bezos admits work isn’t always enjoyable—and that’s the point. Challenging the myth of effortless careers, this story explores why expecting constant passion leads to burnout. Drawing on Bezos’ candid insights and Gallup data, it argues that real success comes from consistency, realistic expectations, and finding meaning beyond daily happiness.