Redefining Success Through Faith and Purpose
In a recent business meeting, tension filled the room as co-workers worried about missing targets. When my team's numbers fell into the "underperforming" category, I wondered if I was failing. The answer, I realized, is: “no. Probably not.”
This experience prompted me to reflect on how we define success. For me, success isn't measured by conventional markers like luxury products, fancy houses, or KPI’s. Instead, success means waking up eager for the day, having the freedom to take time off without stress, and maximizing quality time with family and friends.
My primary success indicator isn't maximizing revenue but living with purpose and intention. While I find fulfillment in building a business, I deliberately leave potential revenue on the table to protect what matters most; avoiding activities that would infringe on my free time or require expertise in areas I don't wish to master.
If "all the money" isn't the goal, what is? My goals have evolved from monetary targets to experiences and relationships. I now view money as a tool for creating space, time to rest and reflect, and appreciate life while helping others do the same.
My goals are:
- Using my success to help others discover freedom through purposeful living
- Finding joy in meaningful things
- Helping others recognize that work doesn't define our entire existence
As entrepreneurs, we have the opportunity to build businesses that generate income while creating space for what matters most. We can structure our companies around our values rather than letting our companies shape our values. We can measure success not just by profit margins, but by the depth of our relationships, the quality of our rest, and our positive impact on others.
In the end, when businesses change, markets shift, and metrics fluctuate, what remains is how we've lived our lives and touched others. Let's build businesses that serve life, rather than living lives that serve our businesses.
Crepi il lupo! 🐺