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How to find work you love

Scott Dinsmore quit a job that made him miserable, and spent the next four years wondering how to find work that was joyful and meaningful. He shares what he learned in this deceptively simple talk about finding out what matters to you — and then getting started doing it.

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Scott Dinsmore quit a job that made him miserable, and spent the next four years wondering how to find work that was joyful and meaningful. He shares what he learned in this deceptively simple talk about finding out what matters to you — and then getting started doing it.

This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxGoldenGatePark 2012, an independent event. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.

Read more about TEDx.

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Scott Dinsmore founded Live Your Legend, a career and connection platform to inspire people to find their passion.

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