In one of the worst economic climates in decades, the only thing certain for millions of American workers has been the steady stream of negative news — layoffs, benefit reductions, furloughs, extra work, health risks from stress.

We could go on. But instead we've found 12 people in Massachusetts who still say they love their jobs, individuals who not only work hard and provide a valuable asset to their companies, but truly like getting up each morning. Find out what makes these workers so happy.

Pictured: Comcast workers pose in a cover photo for the Globe 100 magazine.