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WHERE AM I GOING? (PURPOSE AND MOTIVATION)

• • Count up how many of each letter you have. And yes, you can
count double for items that have high value to you or that you
elaborate on.

Once you have used the exercise to identify the destinations
you find most motivating to pursue, you will know more
about the compelling whys that support the hows of your life.
You can then deepen, expand, and focus to increase your
sense of purpose and direction. You can help employees do
the same. Let’s explore these ideas further from a personal
and leadership perspective.

Find the High-Abundance Version of Your Quadrant

As noted, each of these quadrants has low-abundance and
high-abundance versions. The difference often is found in
the moral values of the individual. Responding from our
highest moral values tips the scales in favor of abundance.
For example, think of a challenge you faced in the past
that was extremely difficult for you—either at work, in your
family, or in your personal life. As you think back on that
challenge, what do you feel best about in terms of how you
handled it? Are you most satisfied with how you kept your
calm, showed honesty or authenticity, showed your sense of
humor, forgave, learned from mistakes, or perhaps just kept
going and didn’t give up? If you had it to do over again, what
would you do differently (in 10 words or less)? What per-
sonal values show up in your answers?
Now think about the most pressing challenges in your life
right now. Consider finances, family, health, losses, business

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