I was involved in an email volley with my friend Chris Thompson back in January. The email topics ranged from taxes to wealth. Out of nowhere he sends a link to a YouTube video that he had recently seen at a seminar. He thought it was worth 18 minutes of my time.
He was right.
Life has defining moments of varying degrees. This was one of them. Simon Sinek was making a presentation in this video about the concept of "starting with Why". Since then I have looked at the world, and my life quite differently.
The hook in his presentation has to do with the manner in which some of us communicate versus others. He focused on Apple Inc., the Wright Brothers and Martin Luther King and their unique style of communication. He explained why they have been successful in their respective missions. If you watch the video you will agree that it makes sense. The part that intrigues me most is that so few people have the insight and discipline to communicate in this manner.
In the future this blog will delve into the deep mysteries of "why". I will share inspiring stories. Other posts will relate to business and personal successes tied to the why. Why do we choose the careers we are in? Why are our favorite hobbies what they are?
I'm convinced the world will be a better place if we care to understand this phenomenon. I hope that you agree.
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