The Seed Ch 30

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What was the primary catalyst that led to Joshua's dramatic career shift?

  • An ultimatum from his boss, a seed from a farmer, perspective from a pilot, hope from Solomon, a gift from the past, and a sign from George. (correct)
  • His success as a featured speaker at conferences on branding and marketing.
  • His CEO's request for him to write an independent blog.
  • The popularity of his blog, 'The Seed'.

What was the main focus of Joshua's blog, 'The Seed'?

  • To provide marketing strategies for businesses.
  • To discuss his musings on growing life, business, and career with purpose. (correct)
  • To promote himself as a thought leader in the industry.
  • To share his personal experiences as an employee at his company.

According to Joshua's speech, what should be the primary motivation for achieving true success?

  • Making a significant and meaningful impact on people's lives. (correct)
  • Becoming a thought leader in the industry.
  • Gaining fame and recognition in the market.
  • Accumulating substantial wealth.

What did Joshua say had prepared him for his current role and purpose?

<p>His past circumstances and experiences. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the purpose Joshua could share in an elevator?

<p>To positively influence people's hearts, minds, and actions through communication and purpose. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 'seed' in Joshua's story?

<p>It represented the start of his purpose-driven journey and personal growth. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Joshua's main sentiment when he said that he wasn't meant to be a minister or musician?

<p>He felt his true calling was elsewhere, different from those traditional career paths. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Joshua's note in 'playing his note and contributing to the one song' symbolize?

<p>That he believed that everyone contributes to the same grand scheme of things. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Joshua believe was essential for organizations to change?

<p>Changing people's beliefs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Joshua, how does one discover their purpose?

<p>By focusing on making a difference where one is planted. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Joshua's analogy for the relationship between passion and purpose?

<p>Neighbors who are best friends. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Joshua, what is the consequence of not living one's purpose?

<p>It denies others the gifts you are meant to share. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific offer did the CEO of Joshua's company give him?

<p>The choice to either become president of his current company or start his own consultancy with his company as his first client. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Joshua plant the plant from his office in his garden?

<p>It had grown so much that needed more space to expand its roots. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Joshua decide to do after reviewing the offers made by the CEO?

<p>Visit the farm where his journey started and consider his future direction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Purpose over Profit

The idea that your desire to make a positive impact should be stronger than your desire for financial gain.

Purpose

An individual's unique reason for being, their driving force, and their contribution to the world.

Communication for Impact

A powerful and deliberate use of language to connect with others, inspire action, and share meaning.

One Song

A single, unified effort that involves various individuals and their unique contributions.

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Thought Leadership

The ability to gain recognition, inspire others, and influence a wider audience.

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Mission Statement

A clear and specific statement that outlines a person's goals, values, and intentions for contributing to the world.

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Dream

A powerful and ambitious vision of what someone wants to achieve in their life and work.

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Success

The ability to use resources effectively, build relationships, and create value for others.

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Beliefs lead to changed outcomes

The idea that changing personal beliefs leads to changes in actions, habits, and ultimately results.

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What is purpose?

The unique contribution a person is meant to make to the world, often discovered through passion and purpose.

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How does purpose relate to passion?

The driving force behind personal and professional growth, often found when one is passionate about what they do.

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Get excited about life, then get an exciting life

The idea that actively pursuing a life of purpose and passion leads to a more fulfilling and exciting life.

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What are unique gifts?

A person's unique combination of skills, talents, and personality, often used in service of their purpose.

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Purpose beyond yourself

The understanding that every person has a purpose that contributes to the larger world and society as a whole.

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Abundance as a by-product of purpose

The realization that abundance, including money, happiness, and friendships, comes as a result of pursuing one's purpose and contributing to the world.

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Study Notes

Joshua's Journey of Purpose

  • Joshua, a thought leader, experienced a significant shift in his life and career five years after receiving guidance from various figures (boss, farmer, pilot, Solomon, George)
  • This transformation followed the success of his purpose-driven campaign, elevating him from employee to industry thought leader.
  • He created a blog, "The Seed," documenting his philosophies on purpose in life, career, and business. This led to increased visibility and speaking engagements.

Key Message and Philosophy

  • Joshua's message emphasizes the importance of purpose over profit—a driving force for genuine success.
  • Purpose, passion, and contribution are intertwined, driving a person's well-being and potential positive impact on the world.
  • Living with passion and purpose creates an exciting life, and these elements should be viewed as mutually supportive.

Discovering and Sharing Personal Purpose

  • Purpose isn't sought; it finds you when you plant yourself in your current situation and decide to make a difference.
  • Purpose is a unique gift, essential for contribution to individual and collective well-being.
  • The way we contribute and use our talents positively impacts our lives and society.
  • Joshua's purpose is to positively change people's hearts, minds, and actions through communication and purpose.

Practical Application and Impact

  • Joshua uses various communication channels (speech, music, writing, marketing, branding) to influence others.
  • He highlights diverse individuals finding and living their purpose to illustrate the transformative potential.
  • Organizational and societal change stems from individual transformations, driven by purpose and changing beliefs.

Joshua's Career Crossroads

  • Joshua's company offered him a choice: president position or starting his own consulting company, with the company as his first client.
  • He prioritized purpose and contribution over financial gain and decided to proceed with starting a consulting firm.

Final Thoughts and Journey's End

  • Joshua's definition of abundance encompasses financial success, happiness, and strong relationships and friendships, as byproduct of fulfilling one's purpose.
  • He reflects on his past five years of transformation and prepares for a significant next phase of his journey. This phase includes visits to his family and the farm as he has in the past, but under different circumstances.

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