Purpose

Lately, I’ve been thinking of the word purpose. What is purpose and why do we need to have (a) purpose?

Well, as I do with all my words… here is what the dictionary/Wiki tells us…

What is Purpose?

Dictionary:

• The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists
• Have as one’s intention or objective
• A person’s sense of resolve or determination

And WIKI:

• An object to be reached; a target, aim; goal
• A result that is desired’ an intention
• The reason for which something is done, or the reason it is done in a particular way

So according to those, Purpose is the reason/intention an action or decision exists. It could be a goal that you want to reach, a target you are aiming for, or your sense of determination to reach that goal or target in your daily life, your business, your dreams and more.

Purpose in Life

So what is your purpose in life? Well, that could be anything from being the best mother, sister, person you can be to everyone to helping as many people as possible in the form of volunteering, through your job, or another avenue.

What your ambition for life is has to be chosen by you. It’s what gets you up every morning, what excites you, and what you enjoy on an emotional level. It is a plan for your life and helps define your personal goals. It fills you with passion and keeps you going throughout the day.

Purpose in Business

Purpose in your business is centered toward others. What can you do for others? This may take some time to figure out, but like us it matures, develops, and grows over time. It’s like a plant fighting the elements to grow roots and survive the heat of the afternoon sun. Once it gets established, it flourishes into something beautiful for all to see.

Once you find that purpose it will guide you and inspire you to create value for your customers, readers, and others who come along your site, product, or other aspect of your business.

Purpose for You

It is shown through our actions, the items we create even if that is something fun with your children. It’s not something you can buy, or achieve. We must choose it for ourselves, nurture it, form it and grow it into something tangible.

The goals, dreams, and tasks we try to achieve each day work toward your objective. In small ways, it reveals itself to you as you go about your day. Pay close attention and it will prosper. Once you have it, it will help you overcome the obstacle you’re facing to move forward with your goals, dreams, and your life.

How to Find Your Purpose

Many would say that your purpose (or purpose for your business) is your calling, what you enjoy, what gets you excited to rise each morning and get enough sleep at night, but how do you find yours?

That is something you need to discover for yourself. Look around you at what activities make you feel most excited or at ease? Sometimes your purpose isn’t always on the run, it’s resting and feeling fulfilled with what you’ve done.

What is it that brings you the most joy? What makes you happiest about life and what do you value the most? Take some time to discover what yours might be. Be attuned to what you do daily at home, at work, and in your business. Write down the things that answer the above questions. What those items have in common may just be your purpose. You will find it, keep searching.

Keep It Visible

I read a recent TedTalk that discussed this topic. The author spoke of how he met a young man who referred to an activity his dad created for his boys. When putting a puzzle together, their father would hid the lid and have the boys complete the puzzle without the picture.

He mentioned that your purpose is like that box top with the picture. You need to reference it in order to achieve the goals and dreams you’ve placed in front of you. So when you find your purpose, keep that picture close and keep it visible.

Have you discovered your purpose in life? What is it for of your business? What purpose do your goals serve?