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By: Soul Shelter » A Message to Those Confused About Career Direction

Soul Shelter » A Message to Those Confused About Career Direction — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:03:36 +0000

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By: Soul Shelter » Fulfillment: A Work in Progress

Soul Shelter » Fulfillment: A Work in Progress — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:17:19 +0000

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By: by Tim

by Tim — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:05:49 +0000

Hank, thanks for overestimating me so kindly. Here’s my secret: Age.

Thanks, too, for the excellent book recommendation. I’ve put a hold on it at my local library, and look forward to some powerful reading.

By: Hank

Hank — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 13:14:07 +0000

There are those who talk glibly about life balance, not having been truly been informed by the years of “shoe leather” experience required to be authentic. You, on the other hand, speak with authority because you’ve made most of the necessary steps in the work world to give this discussion meaning, and to resonate with others who consciously work this out in their own lives.

About 10 years ago Os Guinness, the British journalist, helped me to shape my understanding of work as Calling in his book, aptly titled, The Call. He was the first author to help me break down the perceived, but false, boundaries between faith and work, and between the sacred and profane. For those with a spiritual inclination, I highly recommend it. It has remained on my short list of books worth re-reading.

By: by Tim

by Tim — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:20:36 +0000

@ ZigZag: Thanks for sharing that even career coaches struggle with meaning at work

Years ago I thought career counseling might be my calling, so I’m thrilled that you find this post useful!

By: ZigZag Montefusco

ZigZag Montefusco — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:55:45 +0000

Oh – and one more thing. I think this post is important because it really helps people understand what they are looking for. Some people are looking for a calling, when others just want to switch careers. Again, Bravo!

I’ll be sure to share this link!

By: ZigZag Montefusco

ZigZag Montefusco — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:53:38 +0000

Wow – I love this post. Although I am a life coach and writer, I often get myself in a tangle when attempting to focus on solving money issues I’m having with running a business. I get by, and in many ways it’s a success, but not always profitable. My callling is writer, whereas my career is life coaching. However, my job is the business woman hat I wear. I hate jobs! lol …so it makes sense that I’m not the best sales person. However, making a mental shift of taking on sales as my career is interesting. Linguistically it makes more sense to look at it like that. I believe in the power of words. You rock. Thanks!

Warmly,
ZIgZag

By: Adam Steer, Better Is Better

Adam Steer, Better Is Better — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:52:12 +0000

Tim,

Thank YOU for maintaining Soul Shelter. Your words definitely do matter.

Cheers,
Adam

By: by Tim

by Tim — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:57:18 +0000

@doe: Why not Trader Joe’s? I’m always impressed by the good cheer their employees show.

I hear you about leaving work behind at work—priceless!

By: by Tim

by Tim — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:38:34 +0000

Adam, what a powerful reminder.

Your comment woke me to an unspoken conviction underpinning Soul Shelter:

“Words matter.”

Many thanks for stopping by! Tim