What Makes a Career Successful

Explore the multifaceted nature of career success in this 16-minute TEDx talk by career researcher Jos Akkermans. Discover why success isn't solely about money and promotions, but also encompasses subjective elements. Learn three key lessons for achieving career success and shift your perspective towards sustainable careers that prioritize happiness, health, and productivity throughout life. Gain insights from decades of research as Akkermans, an Associate Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, discusses the importance of balancing objective and subjective aspects of career success, with a focus on early-career and non-standard workers.