How to Stay Motivated at Work When No One Else Cares

Were you the kid who loved or hated group assignments in school? If you dreaded working in groups, I think I know why — you were probably the one doing all the work. While the rest of the kids disappeared to do something more fun, you toiled away with your poster board and glue stick to make the project just right.

Even more frustrating? You are still that same maximum-effort person today — doing all the work while everyone else is playing.

Yes, you might feel like you are the only one putti...