4 Ways Purpose Drives Performance

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1. It offers a compelling why.

Once a goal or outcome is determined, begin cultivating good habits. These good habits or actions answer an important question: Why?
  • Why do I get up at 5 a.m. to work out every morning? Because I want to lose 10 pounds.
  • Why do I get my clothes together the night before? Because I want to be prepared to get to work on time.
Because it gives you a reason for what you are doing, purpose will recalibrate your thinking.

2. Purpose adds value to the little actions.

With an expected outcome in mind, every action you take to achieve that goal is meaningful. Those actions compound over time, increasing the value of your performance.

3. Purpose boosts morale.

Purposeful action not only drives performance but also improves your mood. When you know your actions are working toward achieving a positive outcome, you feel better about what you’re doing—you know that it has meaning and value.

4. Purpose is a compass.

Maybe your goal is something achievable in two weeks. Perhaps it’s something that will take a year to complete. It could also be a complete lifestyle change. Whatever the goal, purpose is a compass on the journey, helping you to determine where you have come from, where you stand and where you are going.
Once you know where you ultimately want to be, that compelling why drives your performance, every action becomes meaningful and the value of your performance increases.

 SOURCE:success.com

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