Do you find that people ask you questions about certain topics? Perhaps you are good at computers, and your cousin calls you to get some advice. Others may want your opinion about Sunday’s game. You just happen to be a great armchair quarterback. You win at sports betting frequently.

Pay attention to the questions people ask you. They could hold clues as to your purpose. It doesn’t have to be centered around your job, although it could. However, once people discover the topics you know well, it won’t matter whether you are at work or not. You will get many questions.

Try to write down as many of these questions. When you are trying to determine your purpose, you can use these as a guide to help you look for answers. You aren’t just doing it for the people asking the questions, although they will appreciate any insight you can give. You are doing it for your benefit. See what others online may have to say about the questions that you receive. Continue reading →

Perhaps you have always been told you were good at business. You sold the most during fundraising and became a top seller in your company. However, selling for you is not what it used to be. You are still good at it, and you beat everyone else, but it’s no longer a challenge, etc.

Even if you are not into sales, whatever your pursuit is, it has the potential to become mundane given enough time. Could it be that your purpose has run its course?

It’s important not to mistake your purpose with your career. You can use a career to satisfy your purpose.

But, your purpose should be much greater than a career. You can change careers any time you feel like it. Your purpose is something that is defined deep within you. Continue reading →