Born For This by Chris Guillebeau addresses the question, “How can I find the work I was born to do?”  The model he presents is similar to Jim Collins “Hedgehog Concept” in finding the intersection of joy, money, and flow:

He points out that finding your purpose is not simply following your passion, but rather it’s a wholistic approach.  “That’s why our goal here isn’t just happiness:  it’s to find the thing you were born to do” (p. 15).

This book is filled with practical advice helping you to identify what enables you to experience joy, money, and flow and achieve a meaningful intersection of those areas in your life.  There are numerous examples of individuals who created a life of purpose that is both enjoyable and provides a meaningful income.

If you’re feeling stuck in your current role or looking for a new direction, then you may find this book a helpful resource.  For additional information you may want to explore the website: bornforthisbook.com .  The website contains a helpful self-assessment to give you a starting point for determining your work style, organizational structure, workplace atmosphere and pace, and means of motivation.   (I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review).

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