In these rules, Munger seemed to recognize professional happiness is rooted in values alignment. If you work with people you enjoy, respect and admire and believe strongly in what you’re selling, you’re much more likely to be fulfilled.

Reflecting on one of his best life decisions, Munger concluded the story by sharing three basic rules for career satisfaction:

• Work only with people you enjoy.

• Don’t work for anyone you don’t respect and admire.

• Don’t sell anything you wouldn’t buy yourself.