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reWORKING with Tim Campbell · July 16 · 13 min

Why Working Less Won't Make You Happier

Most people think the goal is work-life balance. Tim disagrees. He believes the happiest people aren't balancing work and life. They're building a life where work has purpose. In this episode, Tim shares why he still works weekends, how he protects himself from burnout, and why fulfilment matters more than the number of hours you spend at your desk. In this episode you'll hear: Why Tim doesn't believe in traditional work-life balance The difference between burnout and hard work How to know if your job is actually making you unhappy Why "work-life blend" could change your career The biggest mistake people make when chasing success Practical ways to create healthier boundaries at work Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

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Most people think the goal is work-life balance.

Tim disagrees.

He believes the happiest people aren't balancing work and life. They're building a life where work has purpose.

In this episode, Tim shares why he still works weekends, how he protects himself from burnout, and why fulfilment matters more than the number of hours you spend at your desk.

In this episode you'll hear: 

  • Why Tim doesn't believe in traditional work-life balance

  • The difference between burnout and hard work

  • How to know if your job is actually making you unhappy

  • Why "work-life blend" could change your career

  • The biggest mistake people make when chasing success

  • Practical ways to create healthier boundaries at work

Have a question for Tim? Email reworking@bauermedia.co.uk and it could feature in a future bonus episode.

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