The Purpose of Work and Its Impact

The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate purpose of work is grounded in a divine calling to bring about change in lives and organizations, which contributes to broader societal transformation. Drawing from their experiences in business school, they reflect on a mission statement that resonated deeply, which was to "change lives, change organizations, change the world." However, they candidly admit that their own motivations often stemmed from a personal desire for fulfillment and validation rather than a genuine commitment to this mission. This realization led to a profound questioning of their purpose, especially during challenging times when personal setbacks raised doubts about their capacity to effect change.