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Work Sucks, But I Like It

How we define work needs to change today. Work Sucks, But I Like It is a show that challenges the narrow way we’ve come to define work. Most people answer the question, “What do you do?” with a job title—but that barely scratches the surface of human potential. This podcast digs deeper as success in our work is not about good luck, it's good "skills".

Tony is a Quality Manager in the aerospace industry, columnist writer for Thermal Processing Magazine, and 500RYT Yoga Teacher. He is currently pursuing his PhD in I/O Psychology and is the author of "The Impression of a Good Life: Finding Your Song and Dance" and "Don't Let Life Pass You By: Win the Game of Work and Play".

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Work Sucks, But I Like It

E24: Burnout and Passion Decline with David Shar

December 16, 2025

In this conversation, Professor David Shar discusses the deep emotional connections people have with their work, comparing it to a romantic relationship. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing when passion fades and the need for pauses in the work environment to prevent burnout and maintain fulfillment.

Connect with David here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidshar/

Professor Shar's academic work:

https://iop.umd.edu/facultyprofile/shar-phd/david

Speaking and Consulting work:

https://www.illuminatepmc.com/

https://davidshar.com/

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