Why “Follow Your Passion” Is Bad Advice — with Bill Burnett and Dave Evans

Stanford professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans argue that chasing a single true purpose is the wrong goal. They explain why the familiar advice to “follow your passion” often backfires, discuss whether a job must deliver both money and meaning, and describe how small experiments can get you unstuck. Scott also shares a personal story about sending his son to college and how a central role in his life is beginning to shift. Their latest book is How to Live a Meaningful Life.