Finding What You Love To Do

In 2005, Steve Jobs’ Commencement address at Stanford University delivered some familiar yet powerful advice:

1. What subject could I read 100 books about and not get bored?
2. What could I do for five years straight without getting paid?
3. What do I most look forward to doing?

Find out from your family and friends what skills and interests they see in you. You’ll be surprised at how much insight they have on you that you’ve never thought of before.

Now write down a list of all of your skills and interests in two separate columns. All answers are valid, so don’t hold back. Are you skilled at whistling and interested in sea shells? Write it down!

Finally, set aside some distraction-free time to write down precisely what you love. You might like to try diffusing Peace™ in a quiet space in your home. To narrow down this answer, try asking yourself “What do I love doing on a daily basis that utilises both my skills and interests and will add significant value to people?”