The connection seems simple enough: the more you like your job, the happier you’ll be in every aspect of your life. The happier you are, the healthier your body becomes. The only problem is, this connection isn’t always easy to bring to life. Far too many Americans find themselves working tedious office jobs solely for the paycheck that pays the bills, and unfortunately for the majority of people, this mindset is only a recipe for disaster. An overwhelming lack of engagement and drive in the American workforce has led to two new trends, especially among younger workers: First, they’re increasingly choosing freelance careers that allow for more creativity and control than a traditional office job. Second, workers are starting to seek nonprofit jobs and temp work. So how exactly do both of these trends provide a viable solution for workers who are, ultimately, seeking happiness and health? Here are a few reasons why the career you choose — or the career you end up with — is connected to your overall wellbeing: Money is a terrible motivator Okay, on a fundamental level, money is a great motivator. And for people who are concerned about their finances, nonprofit firms can provide…

Working in the nonprofit sector can be an incredibly rewarding experience, and it’s common to find middle- and upper-class working Americans who decide to leave the corporate world — and all of the financial benefits it can provide — for a job at a nonprofit company. With over 1.53 million organizations classified as tax-exempt non-profits, it’s just as easy to find a great career at a nonprofit firm as it is finding a job at a for-profit company. The problem is, however, that nonprofit jobs are all too often given unflattering stereotypes that make great candidates turn away. So what are some of the most common misconceptions about jobs at non profit organizations? Let’s take a quick look: Myth 1: You won’t get paid as much if you work at a nonprofit. Many people mistakenly believe this because nonprofit organizations need to do so much fundraising to cover basic costs (including salaries). In reality, the fact that nonprofits don’t retain extra money doesn’t have any bearing on what the average salary would be, especially compared to an equivalent job at a for-profit company. Myth 2: Nonprofit companies are full of hippies. Okay, there are definitely some companies that fit this…