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Summary
Success is best defined by what success means to YOU. That’s what we explore in today’s interview with the author of a wonderful new book that takes a deep dive into how to accomplish exactly that type of success. The discussion is a little bit longer than normal, so rather than the usual thought of the day, we go right to this fascinating discussion with the equally fascinating Laura Gassner Otting.
Interview with Laura Gassner Otting
You’ll discover:
- The issue of defining success through someone else’s terms.
- The four areas of consonance: Calling, Connection, Contribution, Control.
- Laura’s inspiring story of leaving her job and creating her own firm.
- The danger of believing the “purpose fallacy.”
- Why you are the only one who gets to define your purpose.
- How running coach Rick Muhr aligned what he did with who he was.
- Practical questions to help you define your calling.
- Engaging stories about Tom Webster and Alison Levine.
- Three powerful questions to help you become limitless.
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Interview Links
- LauraGassnerOtting.com
- Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life by Laura Gassner Otting
- Hire Laura to Speak
- Connect with Laura on Facebook
- Connect with Laura on LinkedIn
- Follow Laura on Twitter
- Follow Laura on Instagram
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About the Book
The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. Joe learns that shifting his focus from getting to giving — constantly and consistently creating value for others — leads to exceptional returns.
Rapidly going from national bestseller to global phenomenon, The Go-Giver has gained a devoted following with over a million copies sold. It’s utilized as a resource in major corporations to small businesses, in schools and churches, in book clubs, and more. Nearly a decade since its original publication, this timeless story continues to help its readers find fulfillment and greater success in business, in their personal lives and in their communities.