Speaking at Station 2 Innovation in Bradenton
Sharing a Talk: From Survival to Purpose
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at Station 2 Innovation in Bradenton, Florida, where I delivered a talk titled “From Survival to Purpose.” This enriching experience deepened my connection with a dynamic community of entrepreneurs and local leaders at this hub of innovation and dialogue.
Read, Speaking at Station 2 Innovation in BradentonThe Life of the Mind
On the Joys and Travails of Thinking
The Life of the Mind: On the Joys and Travails of Thinking, by James V. Schall, is a book that explores the nature of human thought, intellectual pursuits, and the role of contemplation in leading a fulfilling life. It emphasizes the importance of engaging with the world of ideas as a means to find deeper meaning and personal satisfaction. For someone who feels unfulfilled in their work, this book offers valuable insights on finding satisfaction and purpose through the act of thinking and pursuing knowledge.
Read, The Life of the MindThe Intellectual Life
Its Spirit, Conditions, Methods
The Intellectual Life by A.G. Sertillanges is a classic book that provides guidance for those who desire a life dedicated to intellectual pursuits and personal growth. It offers timeless advice on cultivating an enriching intellectual life and may be particularly relevant for someone feeling unfulfilled in their work.
Read, The Intellectual LifeHalftime
Moving from Success to Significance
Halftime: Moving from Success to Significance by Bob Buford is a transformative book that guides us through a process of re-evaluating our lives, particularly at midlife, to find a more fulfilling and purpose-driven path. It is especially helpful for those who feel unfulfilled in their work and seek to make a meaningful impact in the second half of their lives.
Read, HalftimeFrom Paycheck to Purpose
The Clear Path to Doing Work You Love
From Paycheck to Purpose: The Clear Path to Doing Work You Love by Ken Coleman is a book that provides a practical roadmap for people seeking a fulfilling and meaningful career. It is particularly useful for those who feel unfulfilled in their current job and are looking for a change.
Read, From Paycheck to PurposeEvery Good Endeavor
Connecting Your Work to God’s Work
“Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God’s Work” by Timothy Keller delves into the profound relationship between faith, work, and life’s purpose. The book serves as a guide for those yearning for more meaning in their careers, showing how work can be tied to a higher calling.
Read, Every Good EndeavorDo What You Are
Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type
Do What You Are: Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type, written by Paul D. Tieger, Barbara Barron, and Kelly Tieger, is a book that helps us identify our ideal careers by understanding our personality types. It is based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality assessment, which classifies people into 16 distinct personality types.
The book is especially helpful for those who feel unfulfilled in their work as it provides guidance on how to find a career that aligns with their innate strengths and preferences.
Read, Do What You AreUnleashing the Power of Your Personal Story
Embrace Authenticity, Create Impact
Everything that happens has a purpose. If you believe this is true, even mundane coincidences have meaning. If everything you go through is for a reason, even the lowest and most painful moments are vital to the plot. To skip them would be to miss the point. Yet these shameful, gut-wrenching, or embarrassing moments are the ones we tend to scrub from our memories. We sanitize our stories and leave them without dynamism.
Listen or Read, Unleashing the Power of Your Personal StoryHow Perseverance Can Launch You into Purposeful Living
Remember, Success is a Team Sport
This past week was packed full of tasks requiring intellectual and emotional energy. From Monday through Wednesday, I assisted coworkers at my job on an urgent initiative. Then in my off hours, I coached two clients and prepared to attend a retreat nearby. I support entrepreneurs as they clarify their vision, strategy, and tactics. And I do so from a just few steps ahead. My business is not mature enough for me to leap into full-time entrepreneurship. I hoped the retreat would realign my values and that I could return to my coaching work with renewed vigor.
Listen or Read, How Perseverance Can Launch You into Purposeful LivingOn Eating Frogs and Climbing Hills
Prioritizing the Unglamorous to Preserve Willpower
Several years ago, I read a delightful book called Eat that Frog by Brian Tracy. The book’s premise is simple. Since we lose willpower throughout the day, it is best to do the hard things first. Hopefully, you never have to eat an actual frog. But if a frog is on the menu, eat it first thing in the morning.
Listen or Read, On Eating Frogs and Climbing Hills