As a reminder, my definition of Resilience is “Springing Forward with Learning”.
I’ve recently achieved a couple of significant milestones in my life and business. Firstly, I am celebrating 10 Years of The Resilience Coach and secondly, in 2017, I knew I needed to be a better Resilience role model and have a clearer Purpose as it is one of the specific dimensions of being Resilient.
To that end I clearly identified my purpose as “to positively affect 100,000 people by the year 2025.”
This could be by developing a client’s self-confidence, providing clarity and direction to their role, providing them with the tools and techniques to create the right conditions to apply “transformation” to their department or company, and much more.
I’m extremely happy and proud to let you know I recently achieved this stated Purpose!
Now I need a new one…….
According to the Cambridge Dictionary, purpose can be defined as “why you do something or why something exists,” or “the feeling of knowing what you want to do.”
My Purpose was like a guiding light/internal compass for me. It enabled me to:
- make decisions on who I would and wouldn’t work with
- gain clarity on how I needed to turn up in work and life to be the best version of myself
- make better choices on what genuinely was and wasn’t a priority
- have a real sense of identity about who I am, which gave me greater satisfaction and confidence.
And so much more.
Having a sense of purpose is crucial for well-being – both personally and professionally.
It provides direction, motivation, and a sense of fulfilment – impacting everything from mental and physical health to career satisfaction and resilience.
Purpose injects life and meaning into the workplace – transforming it into a vibrant ecosystem where both individuals and organisations thrive.
Here are some reasons why purpose is an essential ingredient for workplace success:
Meaningful engagement
When employees have a clear sense of purpose, their work becomes more than just a means to a pay cheque. It becomes a meaningful endeavour – aligning with their personal values and aspirations.
This sense of purpose encourages them to go above and beyond – contributing their best efforts to achieve shared goals. Purpose-driven employees are more likely to be passionate, dedicated, and committed to their work.
Motivation and drive
When individuals understand how their work contributes to a larger vision or societal impact, they feel a sense of pride and fulfilment.
This purpose provides them with a reason to push their boundaries, overcome challenges, and strive for excellence.
Retention and attraction of talent
In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is a pressing concern for organisations.
Purpose plays a pivotal role in this regard. Organisations that infuse purpose into their culture become magnets for talent – attracting passionate, driven, and eager individuals to make a difference.
Resilience and adaptability
When employees understand the purpose behind their work, they’re better equipped to navigate challenges and setbacks.
They’re united by a shared sense of purpose – enabling them to face storms and adapt to new circumstances more easily.
Customer connection and loyalty
When business purpose aligns with the values and needs of its target audience, a deep connection is formed.
Purpose-driven companies often cultivate a loyal customer base that believes in the mission and becomes advocates for the brand.
In essence, Purpose infuses work with meaning, passion, and direction. It empowers individuals to also find purpose and fulfilment, drives organisational success, attracts top talent, and fosters a resilient and customer-centric culture.
We only need one Purpose in life, however, whenever I work with Leaders, one of my initial questions to them is, “What is your Leadership Purpose?”
Most of the time, I get a blank expression…
So, what is yours….?
Russell
Podcast Episode 1 Series 1 (all episodes available on website)
https://www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk/podcast/e01-what-is-resilience
Website link – www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk
