Empty barrels make loud noises. This Vietnamese proverb speaks volumes about the importance of purpose. Those who lack it will cause discord, while those who cherish it will help create harmony. Who doesn’t want a harmonious life?
In the Western world, many experts these days recommend carefully managing the so-called work-life balance. Too much work disrupts personal life, and thus detracts from fulfillment. But few companies openly tout happiness as a key objective.
One firm from Southeast Asia bucks this trend: FPT, founded by 13 science and math professors in 1988, focuses intently on achieving this noble cause. Company executives not only talk the talk, but walk the walk as well, which can be seen in any number of corporate policies.
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