BYU Prof Jeff Thompson's “The Zookeeper’s Secret: Finding Your Calling in Life”

May 19, 2022, 7:00 – 8:00 PM

How do people discover passion in their work, even if it’s not glamorous or particularly lucrative? Dr. Jeff Thompson shares his study of zookeepers as an extreme example of “work as a calling,” sharing surprising findings for everyone seeking to bring more meaning to their careers. Come prepared to reflect on your own career path, and experience greater meaning in work and life.

About this event

How do people discover passion in their work, even if it’s not glamorous or particularly lucrative? This is a question that has animated Dr. Jeff Thompson’s research career. In this presentation, he will describe his study of zookeepers as an extreme example of “work as a calling,” and will share surprising findings that provide clues for everyone seeking to bring more meaning to their careers. Come prepared to reflect on your own career path, and on ways in which you might help others experience greater meaning in work and life. 

Speaker

  • Jeff Thompson

    BYU

    Professor

When

When

Thursday, May 19, 2022
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM UTC

Organizers

  • Ashton Buswell

    LGCY Power

    San Diego Chapter President

  • Kim McNealy

    Mosaic

    Former Chapter President

  • Troy Romero

    Romero Park P.S.

    Advisory Board Member

  • Scott Bramwell

    Eiger Wealth Management, LLC

    Advisory Board Member

  • Ian Johnston

    Johnston Accountancy

    Chapter Event Logistics Lead

  • Brian Matter

    Creative Capital Management Investments LLC

    Chapter Membership Lead

  • Mark Morris

    LEVITZACKS

    J Reuben Clark Law Society Liaison

  • Tanya Scott

    Hutchinson and Bloodgood LLP

    Chapter Treasurer

  • Aaron Buhler

    Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

    Chapter Secretary

  • Kurt Wickham

    West Nonpublic Holdings

    Advisory Board Member

  • Tyler Jensen

    GenMark Diagnostics

    Chapter Board Member

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