“Here is the test to find whether your mission on Earth is finished; if you’re alive, it isn’t.”–Richard Bach, American writer
Knowing why you get up every morning to work hard, persevere, and make a difference is vital to your well-being. Without purpose, you’re a ship with a rudder. You’re unhinged, off balance, and unable to engineer your own destiny.
The undefeated combination of passion, purpose, and persistence results in creating everything you want. Purpose unlocks your future. Here’s why.
#1: SIGNIFICANCE
The universe gives everyone a set of marching orders. There is a reason why you are here. In fact, you have multiple purposes. Living from your why gives you a sense of meaning and significance. You matter.
Leadership Mantra: “Everyone has value.”
#2: ENJOYMENT
One of my 5 coaching principles is to “work hard and enjoy what I do.” Life provides more juice and serendipity when we are connected to our why. Your inner charisma shines bright, attracting others to your cause.
Leadership Mantra: “We have fun!”
#3: FULFILLMENT
It’s been said that the highest form of fulfillment comes from fulfilling your mission. In sports, you see the world’s most elite athletes enter the zone. While in this sacred space, the best of the best create miracles.
Leadership Mantra: “I am doing what I love.”
#4: DESERVEDNESS
Confidence flows from knowing why you’re here, embarking on an exciting mission, and doing what you’re designed to do. Champions expect to succeed. It’s not that they’re cocky. They are simply grounded in character and play to their god-given talents.
Leadership Mantra: “We expect to win.”
Vidal Leadership Exercise
- What is your mission?
- Why are you here?
- Who do you help and how do you do it?
Are you ready?…Let’s go!
