Finding your why? We might also say finding our mission or finding our purpose. But I like “finding your why.” The WHY gets to the core of things. Why do you do what you do? What would you do if you were really driven by your why? Photo courtesy of Flickr/Creative Commons/Colin_K [/featured-image]Two of the most commons statements I hear from those I have coached are:I do not have any special skills or abilities. This issue is addressed through the How to Find Your Calling ebook (see the right side of the webpage).I do not have anything I really want to do. This issue is addressed in today's podcastThese two statements, more than anything else, point to the emptiness of the corporate lifestyle and personal wealth many of us are experiencing today. But, how do you get out of this rut?..Click to Listen*NOTE: If you are reading this in email, you will need to go to Itunes or my blog to get access to this show.Finding Your Why - The ProblemAfter some point, money does not motivate us.Most people are empty looking for something more out of life. Just look at the emptiness of work for most people in corporate life.The blessing of wealth has become a curse.Finding Your Why - The ActionsFirst, two assumptions:Household expenses are paid – no money worries. Think about the amount you need to live on deposited to your account each month without any effort on your part.Unlimited access to OTHER resources and people. You can get to anyone you need, and they will listen to you.Second, consider your daily life. With no worries or restrictions, what would you do Monday morning.What would you do?Who would you serve?How would you help?Be specific. "When it comes to living your personal mission, are you a participant or a spectator?"]Take these ideas and think through your Monday. What would the day, the week, the month look like if you were really driven by what you care most about? Map out what that life of true service would be like...Episode ResourcesIn this episode I mentioned some resources, including:How to Find Your Calling workbook FREEThe Magic of Thinking Big[reminder]What other tools have you found that help you find your why? [/reminder]Please Subscribe and Review!If you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe to it on iTunes and give me a review. By subscribing and reviewing you help the rankings!To subscribe, go to iTunes and hit subscribe! (You may have to click the button that says “OPEN IN ITUNES”To review, hit the tab in iTunes that says Ratings and Reviews and then give me a FIVE STAR rating (was that suggestive enough) and write something that tells others what you like about the podcast.Thanks so much for your effort!Your FeedbackIf you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, e-mail me.Also, if you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks.[reminder]What have you discovered about your why? Does it excite you? [/reminder]Dale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.com LinkedIn

Ask this episode

“What did the council decide on item 42?” — answered with the speaker and the moment.

Transcript

Related