I become passionate about what I’m doing when these three things are accomplished. Otherwise, it’s merely a task...and it shows.
What drives your enthusiasm? A very important question which should be answered before taking on any sort of work.
Legacy Work
I like simplicity. And, with regard to work, I think it can be boiled down to this...
You're either involved with something that's meaningful and has the power to make a difference in people's lives...something likely to leave a legacy. Or you're doing just enough to get by and manufacturing lies to cover up mediocrity.