5 signs you’re doing work that doesn’t matter

Real value comes from impact and growth. These five warning signs reveal when your hard work is missing both—and what to do instead.

In recent years, nearly half of employees report increased workloads and an accelerating pace of change, so the last thing anyone can afford is doing hard work that doesn’t make an impact. Ambitious workers aren’t afraid of putting in effort, but they want it to contribute to work that matters.