He suggests providing formal, specific mentorship for employees throughout their career.8 This has two benefits. First, it recognizes that the U-shaped curve of well-being is something most of us encounter. Talking openly about the slump can help us realize that it’s fine to experience some midcareer ennui. Second, more experienced employees can offer strategies for dealing with the slump. And peers can offer guidance to one another. What have people done to reinject purpose into their work? How have they built meaningful relationships in the office and beyond?
