Finding Purpose: How to find your purpose (w/ Master Fixer Molly Graham) | from Fixable
Summary
In this episode of Fixable, host Anne Morris interviews Molly Graham about finding purpose and meaning in work. Graham shares her journey from high-level tech roles to hosting Work Life, emphasizing that purpose evolves through self-discovery rather than a fixed destination. She advises listeners to track their energy levels and focus on what makes them feel alive, rather than seeking external validation or legacy.
Topics discussed
Intro: Purpose, meaning, and sponsor messages
Guest intro: Molly Graham's background and career
Molly's shift from scaling tech to creating safe spaces
Evolution of purpose: From impact to personal fulfillment
The 'Wrong Wall': Molly's crisis at Chan Zuckerberg Initiative
Stepping away: Reframing the leap and taking time off
The winding path: Finding the right next step, not life's work
Indicators of alignment: Happiness, peace, and mortality
Practical tools: Rating meetings and finding your Venn diagram
Don't ask what the world needs: Focus on vitality and play
Listener Q&A: Merging purpose and work with exercises
Conclusion: Final thoughts and sponsor messages
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