Chapter 5
Getting Clear on Your Purpose, Vision, and Values
IN THIS CHAPTER
Figuring out your purpose and knowing why it is important
Finding your compelling “why”
Refining your personal vision statement
Staying true to your personal values
Who am I? Why do I exist? What is my purpose? These are the most basic questions in life. But the problem with these questions is that far too many people are not clear on their “why” and as a result, they spend years in search of significance, meaning, and fulfillment.
How do I know? Because for almost 20 years, I’ve been asking audiences all over the world whom I keynote to, including those whom I coach, if they know their “why” in life. Ninety percent of them say no. Are you part of that 90 percent club?
You might be wondering, what does this line of questioning have to do with leading today’s workforce inclusively? Everything! Knowing your “why” is key to your success because it affects how you show up every day, how you make decisions, how ...
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