#42 ARM: A mental model for fulfilling work

ARM is a simple mental model to help you intentionally craft more fulfilling work.

Update: I’ve now released a follow-up episode answering four questions about the model that have come up since this episode was released. Check it out here.

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Links & resources mentioned

• VIA Character strengths survey

• Andrew's original Tweetstorm on ARM model (expanded version of these ideas)

  • Saeed Khan's "3 things in a job" model response

• Related episodes:

  • ARM redux: 4 nuances of fulfilling work

  • Rian Doris & Conor Murphy: Flow — Cultivating the optimal experience of life

  • Laura Garnett: Find your zone of genius and never fear a job search again

• Books and other resources

  • Brené Brown - values list

  • So Good They Can't Ignore You

  • Designing Your Life

  • The Infinite Game

  • Job crafting

    • What Job Crafting Looks Like - HBR

    • Job Crafting - Univ of Michigan

  • 80,000 Hours Guide: A guide to using your career to help solve the world’s most pressing problems

  • Uncharitable: How Restraints on Nonprofits Undermine Their Potential