What if the right question changed everything?

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Episode Synopsis:

When a boss once asked James if he loved his job, it sparked a reflection that changed how he thought about leadership. Loving your job isn’t the point — caring is. In this episode, James explains the difference between emotional attachment and consistent commitment, and why leaders drift into disengagement long before burnout shows up. It’s a reminder that leadership isn’t fueled by passion; it’s sustained by care.

Key Message: You don’t have to love your job to lead well — but you do have to care enough to keep showing up like it matters.

Episode 49: How to Lead When You Don’t Love the Job Anymore

Episode 3 in the series Engaged Leaders

“Do you love your job?”

It sounds like a harmless question — until you realize how loaded it really is.

In this episode, James shares a story about being asked that question early in his career and what it revealed about leadership. Loving your job isn’t the point. Caring about the work, the people, and the mission is what keeps a company alive.

This episode is for founders who feel disconnected from the business they once poured everything into — and want to rediscover how to lead from conviction again.

• The difference between love and care in leadership
• How leaders drift into disengagement without realizing it
• Why your team feels your loss of care long before you do
• How to rebuild connection without chasing passion

Reflection Questions

• Do you still care — really care — about what you’re building?
• Are you investing that same care into your people, or just checking boxes about their performance?

Links and Resources

• The Next Question Guide → NextQuestionGuide.com
• LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/jamesmayhew
• Website → JamesMayhew.com