What truly makes us happy in our professional lives? Is it worth the effort to pursue happiness? This engaging exploration dives into the essence of human happiness and what it means in our work environment.

This insightful volume presents a synthesis of extensive research that sheds light on how happiness can be measured. You'll discover frameworks for personal behaviors and management techniques designed to cultivate happiness in the workplace. Additionally, it outlines cautions regarding the sometimes exaggerated claims about happiness, allowing you to navigate this complex topic with a critical perspective.

Featuring contributions from esteemed authors such as Daniel Gilbert, Annie McKee, Gretchen Spreitzer, and Teresa M. Amabile, this book provides a comprehensive view on being human at work. Part of HBR's Emotional Intelligence Series, it curates smart, essential readings that explore the human side of professional life through the lens of Harvard Business Review.

Each installment in this series is grounded in proven research, illustrating how our emotions profoundly impact our work lives. You'll find practical advice for managing challenging situations and difficult individuals, alongside inspiring essays that emphasize the importance of tending to our emotional well-being at work.

Practical, yet uplifting, this book describes the vital social skills that ambitious professionals must cultivate. Embrace the journey toward a more fulfilling and happy work life with insights from this crucial read.