Finding Purpose

in Your Work
ep 2
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Identify what
You are
Good At
 What are
Your Professional Strengths?

These are the unique abilities, skills,

and talents that you bring to your
workplace.
They are the things you have become
good at over time and also enjoy
doing well.
They can include technical skills
specific to your job as well as soft
skills like effective communication,
problem-solving, or leadership.
 Why does it matter?

When you use your natural talents or

practiced skills you tend to engage
more and at a deeper level with your
work.

Recognizing your technical skills and

professional inclinations helps in
creating a fulfilling work experience,
even in less-than-ideal team
environments.
 How do I Identify my
Professional Strengths?
Here are 5 effective techniques to
uncover and define your professional
strengths and preferences.
These methods will help you
understand which actions already
provide you with an internal
enjoyment.
It's not just about long-term career
goals; it's about making your current
job meaningful.
C are to give
it a go?
1 Plot the tasks you like
with a Skills Map
Instead of just thinking about tasks you
handle with ease, create a 'skills map'.
Draw a physical map or chart where you
plot tasks and projects you've handled,
rating them on a scale of enjoyment and
ease.

This visual approach offers

a clearer understanding of
where your strengths and
preferences lie, making it
easier to identify patterns
and outliers.
2 Role-Reversal
Feedback Session
Organize a feedback session with
colleagues, but with a twist.
Instead of just asking what they think you
excel at, also ask them to describe a
scenario where they imagine you as the
leader or key player.

This approach can reveal

insights into how your
colleagues perceive your
capabilities and potential in
different contexts.
3 Analyze Past Feedback
with Keyword Trends
When reviewing past performance reviews or
client feedback, don't just look for positives.
Use a keyword analysis to identify
frequently occurring words or phrases. Tools
or apps that highlight word frequency can be
utilized here.

This method can uncover not

just obvious strengths but
also subtle skills and qualities
that are consistently
recognized by others.
4 Do an Ideal Project
Simulation
Instead of just thinking about your ideal
project, take it a step further by drafting a
detailed project plan or proposal for it.
Treat it as if this is a real project with
significant impact to your current business.
Perhaps ask a colleague to review it.

This exercise forces you to

delve into the specifics of
what you enjoy and excel at,
giving you a different
understanding of your
preferences.
5 Do Insight Interviews
with Friends and Family
Go beyond casual conversations with friends
and family.
Conduct structured interviews where they
provide examples of situations where they've
seen you at your best or noticed you
enjoying a task.

This more formal approach

can often lead to deeper,
more thoughtful insights, as
your personal circle reflects
on your behaviors and
preferences over time.
 How to Discover and
Maintain Purpose at Work
1. Understand how this adds to your Well-Being
2. Identify your Core Professional Values
3. Identify your Professional Strengths
 Thanks for
Stopping By

Everyone should feel personal worth

and purpose in the work they do,
even if it does not fully align with
their broader professional or life
purpose.

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