By Leanne Hoagland-Smith
Leonardo da Vinci said: "Make your work to be in keeping with your purpose." Could the reason many people are unhappy, dissatisfied with their jobs, and ultimately unsuccessful be because what they do and purpose are not in alignment? Is the disconnect the real reason for many just stumbling along the road to success because their passion and what they do are not in alignment.
How many people have actually taken the time to write down a purpose statement. In the book the On Purpose Person Kevin McCarthy uses a parable to demonstrate the power of purpose. Rick Warren in his book shares how purpose can actually change your life in his well known book The Purpose Driven Life. Actually I like the McCarthy's book better because of its simplicity. Success Tip: A written purpose statement will help you master success.
What I share with clients is that purpose is the Why we are here on earth at this time. Our purposes changes, evolves as we change and evolve. The purpose of a baby is far different than a person who is in mid-life. Yet, upon reflection, we can many times see one thread that is with us from our teenage years. For me, it was being what I call a trail blazer on my road to success. And as I have continued to grow forward this trait is still very much present.
Within our purpose also resides our gifts. These are our strengths that we bring to the Table of Life. What is interesting to note is those gifts can also be our core values. For example, creativity is a gift, but it is also a core value, at least for me.
Take the time to write down your purpose. This does demand that you truly reflect upon the years gone by as well as to the future ones yet to come. Initially, this will be a work in progress until you feel comfortable with your purpose statement. If you need help, find the book The On Purpose Person. By taking such action, you will live the words of someone whose work appeared on purpose and the added benefit is that you will master success.
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Leanne Hoagland-Smith, chief customer officer, helps organizations through business training coaching services to return to the purpose of business that being building ravings fans while increasing productivity and profitability. With offices in Chicago, Indianapolis and colleagues nationwide, she can help you become the Red Jacket in the Sea of Gray Suits. Call 219.759.5601 to schedule a free business coaching consultation.
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