You-Jhen Gao received her Bachelor’s degree in International Business from National Taiwan University. Prior to pursuing academic research, she worked as a Communications Manager at a multinational FMCG company. Her industry experience provided firsthand insights into organizational dynamics, leadership practices, and employees’ psychological experiences, inspiring her strong interest in Organizational Behavior. Her current research interests focus on meaningful work, motivation, employee well-being, and workplace inequality. She is particularly interested in how individuals construct the meaning of work across different organizational contexts. Through empirical research, she aims to contribute theoretical insights and managerial implications for building more human-centered and sustainable workplaces.