What happens when we mistake the doing for the being? Davin Salvano takes us on a transformative journey through the landscape of purpose, sharing how a life-changing conversation with Costco founder Jim Senegal set him on a path to help others discover their true calling.
At the core of our conversation lies a powerful truth: purpose begins not with what we want to do, but with recognizing what we're uniquely equipped to contribute. "The starting point of your purpose is actually taking inventory of what you're great at," Davin explains, challenging us to connect our gifts with the needs surrounding us rather than chasing abstract passions.
Perhaps most compelling is Davin's revelation about identity—how dangerous it becomes when we define ourselves by what we do rather than who we are. This misplacement leads to emotional rollercoasters tied to performance and external validation. Instead, Davin advocates anchoring identity in unchangeable aspects of who we are, creating stability regardless of circumstances.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn when Davin shares how eliminating the word "busy" transformed his priorities. By replacing "I'm busy" with "that's not a priority," he discovered a litmus test for recognizing moments of purpose versus distraction. This simple linguistic shift revealed opportunities he might otherwise have missed—including precious moments with his children that competitive writing deadlines nearly stole.
From exploring the twelve thieves that rob us of purpose to understanding how we're like pianos gathering dust when our gifts remain unused, this episode offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking greater meaning. Davin's four-step process for purpose discovery provides actionable steps toward alignment, while his Purpose Summit brings these concepts to life for leaders worldwide.
Ready to reconnect with your purpose? Listen now and discover how shifting from human doing to human being might be exactly what your life is missing.
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