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End Of the Purpose Era & IRL Meetups | #246

Boundless by Paul Millerd β€’ 130 implied HN points β€’ 11 Nov 23
πŸ’Ό Business Purpose Marketing Company performance Employee Satisfaction Job Satisfaction
  1. Purpose within companies can sometimes become convoluted and disconnected from the core product or service.
  2. Employees and consumers are seeking more clarity and sincerity in company communications.
  3. The pursuit of purpose in work can lead to burnout if it doesn't align with personal values and goals.
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Rabbitholes as Portals

Working Theorys β€’ 35 implied HN points β€’ 14 Mar 24
πŸ“– Philosophy Curiosity Knowledge Learning Purpose Existence
  1. Delving into rabbitholes, or diving deep into random topics out of curiosity, can lead to valuable and unique knowledge.
  2. Rabbitholes can offer unexpected insights and lead you to passionate areas you never knew you cared about.
  3. It's crucial to differentiate between rabbitholes that are traps, focusing on winning a game, and those that are portals to genuine learning experiences.

The story of why

Thoughts on Writing β€’ 2 HN points β€’ 09 Jul 24
πŸ’Ό Business Marketing Leadership Purpose Innovation
  1. Simon Sinek's 'Start With Why' focuses on the core purpose of brands, suggesting that understanding the 'why' behind actions can drive success.
  2. Sinek's Golden Circle model applies the concept of 'why, how, what' to brand messaging, emphasizing the importance of emotional appeal.
  3. Critiques challenge the scientific basis of Sinek's theories, highlighting the impact of rhetoric, marketing strategies, and storytelling in business success.

Everything is Dominance Hierarchies

Muslim Musings β€’ 6 HN points β€’ 18 Apr 24
πŸ“– Philosophy Existence Self Purpose Ethics
  1. Our chosen career path often stems from a desire to feel important and special by excelling in a specific skill or domain.
  2. Life involves climbing dominance hierarchies that we unknowingly conform to, with associated myths that justify our participation.
  3. The pursuit of importance within dominance hierarchies is universal, regardless of the specific career or skill, leading individuals to invest in climbing these structures.

For The Person Who Has Everything

What's Important? β€’ 22 implied HN points β€’ 10 Feb 24
πŸ“– Philosophy Wisdom Purpose Mindset Balance Self-Improvement
  1. The most influential changes in worldview often happen when successful individuals face a shift in circumstances that require a different mindset.
  2. Developing a 'steering wheel mindset' with broad attention and intuitive insights can lead to fresh perspectives and a more accurate worldview, benefiting the individual and the tribe.
  3. Reconnecting with wisdom and cultivating 'metis', the essential quality of responsiveness to the world, can lead to balance, meaningful interactions, and overall flourishing.

Contextualizing purpose

The Intersection β€’ 39 implied HN points β€’ 01 Oct 21
πŸ“– Philosophy Purpose Vision Mission Values
  1. Vision and Mission statements are crucial for organizations; if not clearly articulated and understood by employees, they lose their impact.
  2. Purpose, Vision, Mission, and Values are distinct elements: Purpose is the 'Why,' Vision is the 'Where,' Mission is the 'What,' and Values are the 'How.'
  3. President Kennedy's speech on the moon landing exemplifies the clear articulation of Purpose, Vision, Mission, and Values: Advancing mankind, being a leading nation, landing on the moon, and promoting peace and freedom.

The Diversity Paradox.

Trying to Understand the World β€’ 8 implied HN points β€’ 21 Feb 24
πŸ“– Philosophy Ethics Purpose Power Success
  1. The Diversity Paradox signifies a situation where despite increased diversity in organizations, systems at all levels are failing to function effectively. More than just numerical diversity, organizations need to focus on excellence and purpose to thrive.
  2. In today's society, success is often measured by power, money, and formal status, but this focus on external markers can attract the wrong individuals and prioritize image over actual capabilities.
  3. To operate successfully, organizations and individuals should strive to fulfill their true purpose, ensure excellence, and avoid succumbing to a culture of ego-gratification and narcissism that can lead to dysfunction.

When your purpose is 1-of-1

The Ideaspace β€’ 16 implied HN points β€’ 13 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Purpose Creativity Community Collaboration Self-development
  1. Having a 1-of-1 purpose requires constant effort to justify your vision to yourself and others.
  2. Living inside your vision and communicating its emotional core is crucial in pursuing a unique purpose.
  3. To thrive with a 1-of-1 purpose, focus on giving up approval from others, enjoying the process, and increasing the visibility of your idea.

What Is Your Contribution?

We're Gonna Get Those Bastards β€’ 8 implied HN points β€’ 27 Jan 24
πŸ“– Philosophy Purpose Wealth Altruism Legacy
  1. We can measure our contribution to the world in various ways, not just based on traditional accomplishments.
  2. Some jobs, like teachers and social workers, have a direct impact on people's lives, while others may feel disconnected from their positive impact.
  3. Contributing to society can take different forms, whether through work, wealth, or personal efforts, and it's important to find meaningful ways to give back.

Interpretations of The Fall

Charles Eisenstein β€’ 8 implied HN points β€’ 01 Jul 23
β›ͺ Faith & Spirituality Metaphysical Parable Transformation Purpose
  1. The story reimagines the theological idea of the Fall, suggesting that we are here on purpose and with purpose.
  2. The film portrays people uniting to confront and bring love and healing into a metaphorical Pit of Hell, emphasizing the transformative power of collective action.
  3. There is a call for individuals to recognize the potential within themselves to contribute to the transformation of the world and to act with compassion and understanding.

The Theme of Emptiness

Wayne's Earth β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 15 Jan 24
β›ͺ Faith & Spirituality Reflection Purpose Routine Wisdom Meaning
  1. The Theme of Emptiness is a key concept in Ecclesiastes, highlighting the feeling of life's futility and lack of lasting significance.
  2. Nature's cyclical patterns as mentioned in Ecclesiastes can reflect the monotony and lack of real change in our daily lives, prompting us to consider breaking away from repetitive routines.
  3. Though knowledge and wisdom are emphasized, Ecclesiastes also challenges us to seek fulfillment in activities that bring genuine joy and purpose, not just focusing on acquiring information.

Swimming with the Current: Embracing Life's Purpose through Stoic Wisdom

Wayne's Earth β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 27 Jan 24
β›ͺ Faith & Spirituality Stoicism Virtue Gratitude Community Purpose
  1. Live according to nature: Swim with the current of life, understanding your place and living in sync with the world around you.
  2. Cultivate virtue: Embrace virtues like wisdom and courage as tools to make good decisions, face challenges, treat others fairly, and manage your emotions.
  3. Focus on what you can control: Invest your energy wisely in things within your power, and let go of what is beyond your control.