Can Work Make You Happy? Should It?

Can my 9-5 job actually make me happy? What does work bring to my life and my meaning and purpose? 

True happiness from work may not come from traditional markers like money, power, or reputation. Arthur C. Brooks, an HBS Professor and coauthor (with Oprah Winfrey) of "Build the Life You Want", emphasizes the importance of feeling valued and making a meaningful impact through one’s work.