In this episode, David makes a surprise announcement about this podcast and what he is going to do next. He also shares what hosting 287 episodes of the People with Purpose Podcast has taught him, including the 5 most important insights his nearly 150 guests have left him with.
Five lessons that are sure to help you to understand the power of having a purpose, identify yours and leverage it to enable you to do amazing things. To have an impact on the lives of others that you would never have imagined was possible.
To explore how to get unstuck on your mission, put your purpose into practice and convert your ideas into impact book a discovery call with David here https://calendly.com/david-peoplewithpurpose/30min
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Make sure your purpose is meaningful to you, understand your reasons, why you are doing what you are doing.
Your reason to be, (your ikigai) is important. David explains the steps you need to take to identify it.
Putting your energy into something that is outside of yourself helps you to cope with your demons.
Find the things you are good at and get better at them.
It is important to make sure that you get properly rewarded for what you do. Don´t shortchange yourself.
Find rituals that give you energy e.g. journaling or going for a daily walk.
Use the right language when speaking to yourself (your inner voice) and with others. Language is really powerful.
Listen to the way people speak and the kind of words they use. This helps you to build strong connections with others.
Looking to the future is essential if you want to live with purpose.
BEST MOMENTS
“People with purpose make a difference and I definitely believe that is true.”
“If you make it meaningful, then your time on this wonderful planet
will not be wasted. .”
“You just need to believe in something and believe that it's important enough to take action on it and to never give up.”
“Because you get to choose, choose to do the things that you love.”
“If you base your value on what other people think, then you might be hampering your progress.”
“The words that you choose can make the world a better place.”
“Always remember that if you want to land on your feet, you first need to jump.”
EPISODE RESOURCES
Lee - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5112584
Ikigai book collection - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kaizen-Ikigai-Journey-Books-Collection/dp/9124352152
ABOUT THE HOST
David Roberts is a highly regarded CEO, mentor, and investor with 30 years of experience across multiple sectors. As an intrapreneur and entrepreneur, David has bought, grown, started and sold several businesses, working with values-driven start-ups, award-winning SMEs, and multinational corporations on strategies for service excellence, leadership, and profitable growth. David’s passion is for purpose and creating an environment where everyone can succeed, through building teams that get things done, execute on their mission with passion, deliver exceptional service and really make a difference.
ARTWORK CREDIT
Penny Roberts - https://www.instagram.com/penpennypencils
CONTACT METHODS
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-nu-heat
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DavidRobertsPeopleWithPurpose
David’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dave.roberts.5076798
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidcroberts_
Email - david@peoplewithpurpose.live
