A deeply human exploration of how our relationship with work has evolved—and a guide for leaders who aim to make things right—from the author of The Burnout Epidemic. Work has recently undergone profound changes, not all for the better. AI's acceleration has led to worker fears and uncertainties around job security.DEI initiatives are underfunded or canceled. The debate over remote, hybrid, and in-person work is growing more heated. And study after study confirms a widespread sense of employee unhappiness in the workplace. Workers are left to reexamine their relationship with work, asking themselves, Why are we here?Workplace expert Jennifer Moss, author of The Burnout Epidemic, takes readers to the front lines of this historic shift.Through extensive interviews, she uncovers why work has changed and highlights the leaders and organizations who have managed to build cultures that everyone really wants. Packed with fresh insights, new research, and compelling stories, Why Are We Here? illuminates this turbulent time and offers inspiration and practical guidance for leaders navigating our complex, ever-changing world.