As we recover from the recession, people are getting back to business as usual, but for many one thing is still missing: meaning. And lack of meaning at work can seriously hinder the performance of individuals and organizations. In this podcast interview, Dave Ulrich -- recognized management thought-leader often named #1 most influential person in HR -- and his wife and coauthor, Wendy, a psychologist, discuss their bestselling book, The Why of Work: How Great Leaders Build Abundant Organizations That Win (McGraw-Hill).

The Ulrichs engage in a spirited and insightful Q&A with Online Community Director Allan Hoving, and answer questions from members of the Human Resources IQ community, including:

1.) What is the "why of work" and how do you define an "abundant organization"?

2.) What is the significance of the Seven Questions for employees and leaders?

3.) What message does the book have for national leaders in the current "deficit environment"?

4.) What was it like to collaborate with your spouse?

And more.

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