Successful recruiters have learned they must be able to get meaning from their own work before they can help their recruiting prospects find meaning in a new opportunity.

This meaning flows from a sense of purpose.

But isn’t purpose (as it relates to an employer) a little nebulous?

What if your company is not tied to some big cause or trying to save the world?

According to Aaron Hurst, it doesn’t matter because it’s not the primary way people experience a sense of purpose.

Purpose is much more about the day-to-day of work–making meaningful contributions on a daily basis and having meaningful relationships.

You can talk about purpose in any industry because there’s always an opportunity to build relationships and care for people.

If you believe in the value your company offers, you will have the opportunity to build relationships and care for people as you guide them into new positions.

This is meaningful work.

If you don’t believe in your company, you’re working in a recruiting wasteland.

At this point, it’s time to look for a new opportunity of your own.