Our studies of GoodWork in the Arts aimed to understand the beliefs and values essential to individuals in the domains of Theater, Jazz Music, and Dance. More specifically, this research explored how these artists’ values are challenged by the contemporary climate; how the goals of the respective domains and the personal goals of the artists intersect; how the artists navigate the obstacles they encounter; what sustains their commitment to work; perceptions of changes underway in the their domains; the implications of changes for the future health of their domains. We also studied the role of contemplation among jazz musicians, as well as the role of mentoring among dancers.