Elements of a Happy Work Day

1. Clear and reasonable goals.
2. Clear responsibilities.
3. Sufficient authority.
4. A good match of responsibility and ability.
5. Friendly, cooperative, and reliable co-workers.
6. A friendly, supportive, and honest boss.
7. Friendly and reasonable customers.
8. Easily accessible resources.
9. Good equipment.
10. Predictable outcomes.
11. Sufficient time for work and rest.
12. Few unnecessary interruptions.
13. A stable home life.
14. Respect.
15. A safe and clean environment.
16. Opportunities to improve.
17. A sense of accomplishment.

Consider how many of the above items are within your control and how, in areas where control may be lacking, it can be established.