1 Values, Passion, and Purpose

by Irina Cozma

When it comes to developing your career, you’ve heard the advice: Define your values, follow your passion, and find your purpose. But we all know following this advice isn’t as easy as it sounds.

Identifying and understanding our values, passion, and purpose takes introspection and self-discovery. It requires us to examine our beliefs and motivations to gain clarity on what truly matters to us. And that’s only the first step.

Once you understand what you actually want, it’s another challenge to apply those aspirations to your career. Should you follow your passion or purpose? What if your values clash with your dream job? Is there a way to align your vision of a fulfilling career with the job ...

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