What inspired me this week – The Why?
This week I spent some time doing some work with one of my mentors. I am constantly impressed by how hard he works, how he is constantly learning and how he sees things that I just do not see. But the most impressive trait that inspires me about him, is the ‘Why’ of what he does.
We were talking about a new idea he has and he spent time not on what it is, how to execute it, who to sell it to or how to profit from it. Instead, he just spoke about the purpose – the Why – of the idea. But it was not just about his purpose or ‘Why’ he needs to do it, instead the purpose is why we all need to do this.
I find this trait about all the people I call my mentors. They are driven by a purpose. What they do or what they create (or try to create) is driven by Why it needs to be done.
Motivate your team, your children, your friends, anyone not by what to do or how to do it but why they should do it.
A great TED Talk to watch about the Why:
Simon Sinek, is an American author (British) and motivational speaker. He is the author of five books, including Start With Why and The Infinite Game (https://simonsinek.com)
https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action?language=en
Finally, in celebration of International Women’s Day, check out this great venture called The Wing. It is a growing community of women across the country and globe, gathering together to work, connect and thrive
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