#124 - S5E4 - How to find your calling with Chief Talent Acquisition Officer, Eric Van Duren

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Eric Van Duren, Chief Talent Acquisition Officer for Bon Secours Mercy Health in Cincinnati, Ohio, sets direction for hiring to fulfill the workforce planning and talent development goals of the ministry. Ultimately, Eric helps individuals find their calling to support 50 hospitals, thousands of providers, and 60,000 employees across multiple states and countries.

Finding your purpose can feel like a daunting task. But it doesn't have to be! Here are 3 tips on how to find your calling:

1. Start with routine

When you're trying to figure out your purpose, it can be helpful to start with what's familiar to you. Think about the things you do every day that you enjoy and make you feel good. For example, do you love spending time with family and friends? Do you enjoy helping others? These routine activities can give you clues about what your purpose might be.

2. Look for patterns

Once you've identified the things you enjoy doing on a daily basis, look for patterns. Are there certain activities that you're drawn to again and again? Do you find yourself wanting to help others more and more? These patterns can give you insight into your purpose.

3. Follow your heart

Ultimately, your purpose is something that comes from within. So, it's important to listen to your heart. What are you passionate about? What makes you feel alive? When you follow your heart, you'll be on the right track to finding your purpose.

These tips can help you find your purpose in life. By starting with routine, looking for patterns, and following your heart, you can figure out what your calling is. So don't wait any longer, get after it!