Tensions in finding Meaningful Work in Sport - Dr Frank Martela (Pt2) - Meaningful Sport Series

<p>In this second part of our conversation with Dr Frank Martela we explore the concept of meaningful work and how it can inform researching meaningfulness in sport. Is meaningful work always a good thing, or could there be some detrimental effects if work has 'too much' meaning? Are athletes in a good position to find meaningful work?</p> <p>Frank shares his work combining self-determination theory and meaningful work and findings from his empirical studies. From a practical perspective, we explore how to work with meaningful work in organisations, and finish up with some reflections on possible applications in the sport context.</p> <p>Dr Frank Martela is a University Lecturer at Aalto University in Espoo, Finland and the author of the recent book <a href='https://www.harpercollins.com/products/a-wonderful-life-frank-martela?variant=32123359723554'>A Wonderful Life: Insights on Finding a Meaningful Existence</a>.</p> <p>Research articles mentioned in this episode include <a href='https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2018.00363/full'>Significant work is about self-realization and broader purpose: defining the key dimensions of meaningful work</a> and <a href='https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0001879121001032'>What makes work meaningful? Longitudinal evidence for the importance of autonomy and beneficence for meaningful work</a></p> <p>To find out more about Frank's work, visit his <a href='https://frankmartela.com/'>homepage</a>, and follow the latest updates on Twitter @FrankMartela.</p>