Get Motivated by Knowing Your Passion
Written by Shawn Doyle on November 6th, 2009 in Self Development.
How is passion defined? Webster’s defines passion as: “Pervading spirit, ruling passion, master passion, fullness of heart, flow of soul.” Why is it important to feel passion for what you are doing, both professionally and personally? One reason is that, if you are passionate, you are motivated. If you are motivated, then you are passionate! Have you ever met someone who is passionate about his or her work? It probably made a huge impression on you. Let me tell you about Kevin Brown. The first time I walked into the meeting room, at a hotel in Philadelphia, Kevin Brown was setting up tables for my meeting. He came over with a big smile and said, ” I am Kevin Brown, and I would like to welcome you to our home- I want to make sure you feel at home when you are here, and if you need anything give me a call. I am employee of the year and I will exceed your expectations, because when you care, it shows.” Kevin Brown works at the hotel setting up the tables for meetings and banquets. I have never had a meeting in Philadelphia at any other hotel. Kevin Brown is passionate about his work. My first question when I walk into the hotel is, “Is Kevin on duty tonight?” Kevin Brown’s passion for his work is an incredible value for both his employer and for him. What would they say about you?
If you deal with someone who is negative and nasty, doesn’t it make a horrible impression? Sure it does. Think about the opposite; what happens when you get someone in a business, store or restuarant, who has passion, who is amazing and has energy? You love it.
There are many advantages to having a passion for what you do: 1) Success will be much more likely 2) You will be more productive because you will want to do the work 3) You can have a big impact on other people 4) Lets face it; you will have a lot more fun 5) Lastly you will be motivated and engaged.
As I discuss passion here you may be saying to yourself: “O.K. look buddy that really isnt like me at all.” or ” I am just not filled with that kooky kind of passion stuff.” You may also be saying, “This guy here, I know the type, he has put on one too many motivational seminars.” Think about this; people who have passion have energy, charisma, and they are so magnetic that people are attracted to them. They have a “special” quality about them. They love what they do so much they would almost do it for free.
Could I be really bluntly honest with you here? Please hold the article up close to your face. Ready? The reason you are not passionate is because you dont know what it is and you havent found it yet! Yes that is right. If in work and life you have a vague dull feeling and arent excited it’s because you havent discovered your true passion. So change it! Do something about it. Life is to short to do things yoiu have no passion for at all. The decision is yours but as for me I choose passion.
I recently stepped into an elevator and said “hello, everyone.” Everyone on the elevator looked at me like I was a little crazy and kind of mumbled. Come on! Wake up, world! When you feel passionate, energized, upbeat, optimistic, and proud of what you are doing, you will be motivated, and will get more accomplished than you ever thought possible.
Shawn Doyle is one of the nations leading speakers on motivation and a Motivational Speaker He is the author of 10 books. For a free copy of Shawn’s amazing book The 10 Foundations of Motivation, go to http://sldoyle.com.
