Based on the concepts introduced throughout these stories, what are some key attributes of a fulfilling profession or calling? How might these attributes differ from societal expectations of work?

Pride appears in many of the stories throughout the text. What are the different kinds of pride at play in these narratives? What is the importance of pride in the context of work and finding one’s calling?

How has the book changed or confirmed your own views of work and purpose? Which chapters/stories do you find particularly inspiring or challenging, and why?