Purpose is not optional, but awakening it is. You and whatever you do in your life, work, or organization has an inevitable, far-reaching consequence on the world. The key mindset shift to living and leading with purpose is taking responsibility for that inevitable consequence on others’ lives, to believe that you and what you do matters. In organizations, that means … Read more
You truly, deeply, and scientifically matter to the world. “Zach, thanks for changing my life,” were the six powerful words that started the e-mail message that taught me this most important life lesson. I was a student worker in college and spent my summers working the university’s orientation programs. I had no idea why until I read that … Read more
What if, in five minutes, you could envision how you authentically change the world? On the surface, most people have no problem buying into the idea of the “ripple effect;” the proposition that any small act can alter the world forever. In fact, many people find the idea so emotionally satisfying that Hollywood has made hugely … Read more