HOW TO DEVELOP A DEFINITE PURPOSE
By Brian Carson
Napoleon Hill in his classic book, ‘Think and Grow Rich,’ stated that a definite purpose is the starting point of all achievement. Well, he was absolutely correct. Without a major purpose or goal, a person will just drift with no definite plan or way to go in life.
The question for many is, “How do I develop a major definite purpose for my life?” Well the answer is surprisingly simple. All it takes is a little self-examination. The problem, most people would rather go to a dentist than look inward.
Looking inside oneself opens up all sorts of old wounds and hurts buried deep down, while for some, looking inward is a strain, simply because they’re mentally lazy. But unless you are one of the lucky few that knows what they want as soon as they can understand the concept, most of us need this self-examination to find our purpose or calling.
There are tried and true questions you need to ask yourself in the search for a definite purpose. You may have heard these before and if you did, that’s because some principles and processes are timeless. Why? Because they work. Below are important questions you need to ask yourself to find your definite purpose or goal. Really take the time to think about these. Don’t brush them off. It could make a world of difference in your life.
- What would I do if I knew I couldn’t fail?
- If I had all the money I need, what would I be doing?
- What are my interests? What do I do in my spare time?
- If this were my last day on earth, what would I be doing?
If you are honest and make the effort to answer these questions, the image of your definite purpose will come into crystal-clear clarity. In addition, make a list of your hobbies, likes and topics that you have specialized knowledge of.
If you combined this knowledge and answer the four questions truthfully, you should be well on your way to discovering your definite purpose. And when you do, you’ll have an advantage over 95 percent of the population.
Make the effort. Answer the questions. Find your purpose.
Brian Carson is a writer, Internet marketer and a success coach. He has created a new product to help job seekers create a professional, proven successful resume and cover letter that gets results. Visit his site at:
