The (Real) Purpose of Your Business: Beyond the Six-Figure Dream
Chris A. Evans
Helping owners scale w/o burnout by strategically replacing themselves
Have you ever achieved a major business milestone only to feel empty shortly after? You're not alone. In this deeply personal exploration, we'll uncover why the true purpose of your business might be different from what you initially thought.
The Six-Figure Milestone: A Personal Story
Picture this: January 2016, a cozy restaurant in Mooresville, NC. I'm sitting there with Missy, menu in hand, celebrating my first six-figure month. For a kid from rural Virginia, this was more than just a number – it was validation.
But here's the thing: that euphoric feeling? It lasted barely a day.
The Entrepreneur's Hamster Wheel
What followed was a familiar pattern many entrepreneurs face:
The Surprising Truth About Business Success
According to Gallup research, there's a direct correlation between meaning and sustained happiness – not between money and joy. Let that sink in for a moment.
Two Types of Business Mindsets
Transforming Your Business Purpose
Want to shift your business paradigm? Ask yourself these critical questions:
The Madonna Effect: Breaking Free from Inadequacy
Even successful people struggle with this. Consider Madonna's powerful quote:
"I have an iron will, and all of my will has always been to conquer some horrible feeling of inadequacy... Even though I've become Somebody, I still have to prove that I'm Somebody."
Key Takeaways for Business Leaders
The Path Forward
Remember: when your mindset shifts to serving others, everything changes – from how you feel to how you show up in your business.
Your Action Steps:
The beauty of this approach? There's zero cognitive dissonance in being a giver. It's clean energy that feels aligned in every way.
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Remember, your business can be both profitable and purposeful – it's all about where you place your focus first.
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1 周Its true, when the purpose is strong enough it becomes an anchor that keep your mind, focus and resilient to pass life storms. Great post! Well done!
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2 周Your (or your business's) purpose is the core of the business, Aristotle it is the “good life” you are creating for yourself! And in times of adversity, it can be your shield.
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2 周I feel that a purpose-driven approach brings a whole new level of fulfillment to business success.
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2 周Love this take on redefining success—it's about more than just numbers. Building a business with true purpose is the real win, Chris A. Evans!