“Those who have a ‘why’ can bear almost any ‘how’.”
Viktor Frankl
Coaching Tip for the Week:
One thing that breaks my heart, and a huge motivator for starting my business, is the sense of purposelessness so many people express about their work. “I spend 60 hours a week at my job,” they say, “but why? What’s the point?”
A Holocaust survivor, Frankl endured circumstances most of us can’t fathom, crediting his survival in large part to his focus on purpose. He reminded himself and others, frequently and persistently, what they had to live for, focusing on that instead of the despair of their situation.
Purpose changes everything.
This week, focus on your purpose. Rather than becoming overwhelmed by your to-do list, connect each action to the bigger picture.
A client recently discovered that when he viewed his data entry work as a menial, tedious task, it drained him of energy. When we looked at it through the lens of purpose, however, he realized that – in the grand scheme of things – his accurate data entry ultimately helped save lives.
I wish I snapped a picture of his expression once that knowing settled in! 🙂
Your work matters. Whether paid handsomely or done for free, your actions are an opportunity to make a difference in the world every single day. Accept that honor with heart. This week, work with purpose!
I am Dr. Christi Hegstad, and I coach people to work, live, and lead with meaning and purpose. Ready to join the movement?
I am a certified executive & leadership coach, author, speaker, and president of MAP Professional Development Inc. I’ve been honored as NAWBO Iowa Business Owner of the Year, Forty Under 40, and president of the International Coach Federation (Iowa).
On the personal side, I am a book addict, coffee lover, and mom to three amazing kids. I am passionate about growth and believe kindness is a game-changer. I am a recovering perfectionist and am learning to lean into my vulnerability more and more.
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