Most People Don’t Hate Work — They Hate How They Work | Tony Tenaglier

Tony Tenaglier is a manufacturing leader, author, and host of Work Sucks But I Like It, where he breaks down the uncomfortable truth about modern work, burnout, and accountability — no hacks, no shortcuts, just reality.

Most people don’t hate work. They hate how they are working: the pressure, the burnout, the constant feeling of being busy but not fulfilled. This conversation challenges the usual narratives around hustle, success, and motivation.

In this grounded discussion, Tony shares:

• What he believed work and success were supposed to look like in his 20s

• Dropping out of grad school, getting fired, and chasing external achievement

• How materials science and psychology shape his approach to work

• Why most people don’t hate work — they hate how they work

• The paradox of work and the concept of flow

• The real question: “Who are you being?” while you work

If you’re in your 20s feeling burned out, busy but unfulfilled, or questioning the standard path of success, this episode delivers clear, no-BS insight.

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Connect with Tony Tenaglier

Website:https://worksucksbutilikeit.com/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-tenaglier-bb037510/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tenaglier/

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Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Welcome Tony

1:40 - Early Beliefs About Work & Success

8:15 - Dropping Out, Getting Fired & Chasing Achievement

15:30 - Materials Science + Psychology in the Workplace

23:10 - What He Misunderstood About Burnout & Motivation

31:45 - “Most People Don’t Hate Work…” Explained

40:20 - The Paradox of Work & Intrinsic Motivation

48:50 - Understanding Flow (Clear Goals, Feedback, Challenge)

57:15 - Who Are You Being While You Work?