Finding your purpose at work can transform your life. Are you truly happy in your job? Do you wake up each day feeling motivated and eager to dive into your responsibilities?

Even if you don't dislike your role, you might feel an inner nudge asking, Isn't there something more? Something that brings joy and a sense of purpose while also providing financial stability? It's a reasonable desire.

This week, Suzy Welch joins a discussion on how to discern your true calling. In her latest book, BECOMING YOU: The Proven Method for Crafting Your Authentic Life and Career, she outlines how to find a career that resonates with your values, skills, and passions.

Understanding Your Values

Question: Why is it difficult to recognize our core values? You'd assume that simply existing in your body and navigating daily life would provide clarity on what matters most to you.

Suzy Welch: Often, we know our values but fail to live by them. We might suppress our true beliefs due to societal expectations. Life events can also pull us away from what we truly value. Many choose the easier path, fearing conflict if they assert their beliefs. Additionally, financial concerns can lead us to make choices that don't align with our values, resulting in dissatisfaction.

Identify Your Strengths

Question: Once you understand your values, how do you apply them in your career?

Suzy Welch: The next step is recognizing your natural strengths. These strengths encompass both cognitive and emotional tendencies. The Becoming You approach helps you assess where you stand on eight key cognitive aptitude scales. Whether you thrive as a generalist or a specialist significantly impacts your job satisfaction. Being in the wrong role can lead to unhappiness.

For instance, there's a scale concerning idea generation. Some people are quick idea generators, while others excel at refining concepts. Each has its advantages and fits different job types, so it's crucial to know where you fit.

Starting Anew is Always an Option

Question: How does retirement play into this journey of self-discovery?

Suzy Welch: Retirement often brings a liberating sense of freedom. I once met a participant in one of my workshops who expressed that her life was ready for exploration. She wanted to identify her values and strengths to fully embrace her potential. This phase can be the most fulfilling period of life as many have the freedom to choose their paths.

That's my mission now, helping others uncover their purpose. I've shed societal expectations, and I feel empowered to assist others in discovering their paths. Many retirees find themselves in this liberating space, able to pursue interests they neglected earlier in life. It's an incredible opportunity.

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