To rediscover our inherent interests some alone time is necessary dedicated exclusively to Soul searching. We can only create something awesome when we are truly interested in the matter, a thing not so easy to find in times where deviations from the norm are rather disparaged.
The term 'work' alone says that we don't enjoy the process 100%. Outcome is the only incentive then.
When the Heart is at play, the process alone is fulfilling enough. Reward in shape of money just the bonus! :)