So much has been written about the importance of a personal mission. I even teach it to incoming MBA students. But until recently I had great difficulty articulating my own. I recently attended the Corporate Athlete Course at the Human Performance Institute. Like most excellent Exed Ed-type courses, it had quite an impact. But the proof of the impact is in the longevity of implementation of what we learn. So I’m going to use my blog the next few months to help me along, to hold me accountable if you will. At the same time I hope to share some insights that will help you with your career.
So the first element of accountability, which even my electronic coach reminded me today in an encouraging email, is to share your mission with others. Well then, here it is:
The short version: To inspire others with ideas that lift and provide energy.
The longer version: To be a fun-loving, inspiring leader for my family, friends, and co-workers by creating new ideas which lift others up and give them energy and zest for life. I want to be mentally, emotionally, financially and physically fit enough to enable me to do what I want to do with my family and friends, and spiritually connecting with my God who I know loves me.
Okay, it’s out there. If you know me, give me some feedback. I’m still refining and tweaking—heck, every time I write it, I change it a bit. But more importantly, it’s starting to change some of my actions too—which is what a mission should do.
I think you live your mission everyday. You certainly lift up a lot of us at Darden.
Good to see you blogging again chief.
Thanks for the tip on the human performance institute and kudos on getting your word out in the world.