Whys and Hows of Passion in Work

“My highest calling is that which animates me”
The topic of discussion at recent Career Transition Club meetings has been about integrating our passions into our work, but first comes the tough job of figuring out what they are. This quote from some work I did last year through the Noble Purpose program offers a simple reminder and way to identify those passions.

The question often comes up about following a passion that requires leaving a stable income- generating job. Where does passion fit into that scenario? My answer is that determining what facets of your current job feed your passions is where you should focus and spend more time doing those activities. That’s where you are lit up, excited, and fully engaged; in another word- animated.

So, what specifically are you doing at work when you’re having fun, not watching the clock, and completely focused on the task at hand? Pay attention to those things. That’s where your passions lie.

Why passion at work? Imagine being happier, fully utilizing your skills and strengths (which are often directly connected to passions), and actually looking forward to doing what you do for a living! And further, imagine the by-products of that – more energy and positive outlook shared with friends and family, even strangers when you're on your own time. As we prepare to enter into a new year, spend some time focusing on your passions, those places where you are animated and living life to its fullest.

Have a story to share about how you're living and working your passions? Drop me a comment.