Put on the Planet to Do

Many executives pursue business goals without first understanding their deeper purpose. This focus on achievement over alignment is being challenged by mentors who promote clarity as the foundation of purpose-driven leadership.

Donald J. Glacy, Founder and Mentor at Purpose Factory, shares a personal reflection that reshaped his leadership approach. When asked to define his vision, he initially approached the question from a business angle. Over time, he realized that his ambitions were coming at the cost of his family and that his priorities needed to shift.

Purpose Factory was built to help others reach this understanding faster. The organization supports leaders in identifying what they were put on this planet to do. Glacy believes professionals can unlock alignment between their personal values and professional goals by embracing purpose-driven leadership. Once that clarity is in place, everything else from business success to personal fulfillment begins to fall into place.

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