Stories
As I look back on my life, I realize that the one thing that has helped me fight back against unfavorable conditions has been, stories. An internal positive story, an expectation that things would work out, a belief that a better day was coming. This belief, or internal story, is an unshakable power that nothing can conquer.
As I thought about my story, I thought of the purpose of stories. Here’s my definition:
For the purpose of letters are words, the purpose of words are stories, and the purpose of stories are to refine the soul.
No Athlete, You Don’t Need A Plan B
If you’re an athlete, you’ve had your friends, parents, and relatives tell you that you need to go to class so you have something to fall back on. I don’t know about you, but when I look at the options available to most undergraduate students, I don’t necessarily see...
Purpose #23: Mike Rohrig – How Your Personality Drives Your Failure & Success
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One Thing Your Business Needs To Thrive In An Awful Economy
In 2006, I left college after finishing my sports career and entered the mortgage industry. I only lasted 6 months because I wasn’t mature enough to be self-employed, so I went to work in sales shortly thereafter. In 2008, the economy declined into a recession because...
Purpose #22: Cleon Cox – What To Think, Feel, and Do When You Get Laid Off
In today's episode, I’m talking with expert networker, toastmaster, and author Cleon Cox about how his professional journey contributed to him facilitating a job support group for over thirty years and writing the book,...
Purpose #21: Jennifer A. Garrett – Moving The Ball In Your Life + Career
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Purpose #20: Jim Johnson – Leadership Lessons From Half Court
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Purpose #19: Chris Michel – Escape Your Limiting Beliefs & Perfectionism
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Purpose #17: Keith Sconiers – Living Your Purpose
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Why I Started PaySuite
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The goal of the Purpose podcast is to document the ideas, thoughts, trials, tribulations, and breakthroughs of inspiring individuals, entrepreneurs, and athletes while also providing a roadmap to others that are looking for strategies to define, pursue, and build their purpose.
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