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The hedonic treadmill
The hedonic treadmill








Think back to a compensation season where you felt satisfied (hopefully this year is one of them!). Let’s focus on the more enjoyable outcome of these compensation discussions. When we simply boil it down to money, we’ve already lost.

the hedonic treadmill

This applies to us as individuals, business owners and as leaders of our respective teams. There needs to be a deeper level of fulfillment than simply chasing the dollar. But there’s something deeper at play here. When I left corporate America three years ago and co-founded Meaning Over Money, our mission was simple: help individuals, families and businesses find meaning in their lives and work. In my 15 years in the corporate world, I experienced both sides of this coin.

the hedonic treadmill

But for others, it will be an exciting moment! The promotion you’ve been working hard to receive, with a sweet pay raise accompanying it, and maybe a heaping side of oh-my-goodness-that’s-amazing bonus. The promotion that didn’t happen, the bonus that feels a little lighter than it should or the cost-of-living pay raise that feels underwhelming. It’s a mainstay of the corporate culture, with each company having its own unique rhythm.įor some, it will be a frustrating season. You know, the time of the year when many of us await the news of possible pay raises, promotions and bonuses.

the hedonic treadmill

No, not the countdown to summer (I wish!). It’s the time of the year when so many of us eagerly count down the days in anticipation.










The hedonic treadmill