PASSION

In April my business partner and I attended the Tulsa Entrepreneurial Spirit Award Kickoff. At the event several people asked us what our business is and why. Our response was full of passion with a vision clearly defined by our mission. Each person responded with excitement and support for our mission.

Meeting with other entrepreneurs gave us the opportunity to ask the same question of them. It was inspiring and exciting to hear the responses of those who have a clear mission, vision, and a passion to achieve them. Even when they weren’t sure the best way to achieve their mission, their passion was contagious and created a desire in us to join in and help them.

Over the following weeks I noticed the same scenarios playing out in networking and social situations. I watched as people discussed their business or job with others. Those who had a passion for what they were doing were easy to spot. These people were eager to share what they do and why they do it. It was a contagious excitement that inspired participation.

How do you respond to people who have no passion for what they do? Do you feel compelled to join them in their mission? Typically if someone has no passion for what they are doing, people move on.

What would your response be if someone asked you about your business and why you do it? Would others feel passion from your response? If not, they probably won’t feel compelled to join you in your mission.

Passion for what you do is something that anyone can have whether working their dream job or not. The key is to know where you are in your journey, where you are headed, and how you plan to get there. Your passion for the vision of where you plan to be is what motivates you and those around you to join in on your mission.

Do you have a mission you are passionate about? Have you lost the passion you once had for what you do? Passion can be found by looking inside to find what is important to you and why. Discover your mission and examine why. When you clearly see your mission and the vision of how is affects others then you will see your passion grow.

Passion, is it in you?