I’d just finished delivering a workshop on mapping out your life purpose when a session participant approached me and asked for a word of advice.
“I have worked in sales for ten years, and it’s time for a change. I’m tired and burned out. What should I do?” She asked.
“Do you know what kind of change you want?”
“I want to open a little shop that sells deliciously rich, moist cupcakes and great coffee. The kind of place where I like to stop when I’m on my sales route when I need to escape the rat race. Everyone tells me I’ve lost my mind. What do you think?”
“Your vision sounds delightful! Do you have a business plan?” Given my passion for chocolate, I could almost taste one of her cupcakes listening to her and seeing her big smile.
“Yes. I have an investor, too, and a line of credit at the bank and a location all picked out.”
“Do you feel like what you’re about to do is a risk?”
“Absolutely, but not a crazy one. I’m going in with my eyes wide open.”
“Are you prepared financially should it take a while to get established?”
“I am. I’ve done well in sales and have socked away a nice little nest egg that’ll tide me over. I won’t live in the grand style I used to but it’s just me so I won’t be going hungry.”
“Are you passionate about this cupcake shop?”
“I’m excited, a little scared, but this is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time.”
“Then, all you have to say to your friends is ‘please love me, support me and help me make my dream come true.’”
“You’re right! I’m going to do that and get started! Hope to see you at the opening!”
Is there someone following their dream to whom you can extend your love, your help and your support?
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Hello Jane
First of all, please know that I am honored that you shared a quote from me on Twitter “we don’t help people know, we help them become.”
My personal mission is exactly that, to help people reach their fullest potential. Your post is a booster for those dedicated to leadership. Lofty dreams are aligned with our God-given purpose.
I believe that helping people realize their dreams and helping them become is a blessed endeavor. I believe so, because as God said “I am” when Moses asked who he was, God also expects us to answer “I am ____ ” when we finally face Him. We have our entire earthly life working on that. Best of all, we have the opportunity to help others with it.
Keep up your excellent work of influencing.
Be blessed always!
Senen
Senen —
Delighted that you stopped by and shared!
I believe that giving back and helping others learn and develop are fundamentals practices for all of us to adopt.
Sending smiles and inspiration your way,
Jane