We spend so much of our lives at work, but how can we fulfil our potential there and in the wider world? How can the idea of ‘purpose’ help us truly flourish in the workplace? And what can we learn from ancient Chinese philosophers to help us ‘cultivate’ this purpose?

What You'll Learn

The true meaning of purpose, in both life and work
Why you should focus on cultivating—rather than finding—your purpose
How we can apply ancient Chinese philosophy to help us flourish professionally

Course Outline

1. What is ‘purpose’?

What do we mean by ‘purpose’ and how might it help us in life?

Cultivating purpose in individuals

Develop a sense of what you love and what you’re good at.

The power of rituals

What tools and rituals can we borrow from ancient Chinese philosophers to help us cultivate purpose?

What is special about work?

Focus on ensuring your work becomes more than simply your livelihood.

Cultivating purpose at organizations

Learn how the benefits of purpose can span beyond the individual to the organization as a whole.

The individual within an organization

Explore ways in which individuals within an organization can help the company flourish.

Misconceptions about purpose

Hear what happens when the boss’s idea of ‘purpose’ is little more than rhetoric.

Rituals for creating a fair workplace

Use rituals from Chinese philosophy to break patterns of workplace discrimination.

Rituals for designing an office that helps us all flourish

Learn how to create a positive energy flow in the office usince Chinese philosophy.

Rituals for working better in teams

Hear about ways to put the ego aside and strengthen your team.

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