Struggling to Discover Your Purpose?

In this episode of The Purpose Matrix, Phil Moeller looks beyond typical goal-and-outcome frameworks, and explores how putting purpose first can generate a whole new way of seeing and achieving objectives.  

Phil explains how discovering and iterating your purpose is the ultimate skeleton key to unlock true success in every aspect of business and life. He emphasizes the power of articulating your purpose by writing it down and introduces three compelling frameworks to help guide the process: Jim Collins' vision alignment, Matthew Kelly’s personal mission clarity, and the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai. These models provide a practical foundation for building a thriving business and leading a fulfilling personal life.

Phil also contrasts short-term wins with long-term fulfillment through a compelling football analogy, highlighting the difference between scoring touchdowns and building a winning program. He shares actionable models for identifying purpose at the intersection of passion, talent, and desire, reminding us that purpose isn’t something we merely find—it’s something we actively live and constantly refine. For anyone feeling stuck or searching for meaning, this episode serves as an empowering guide to using purpose as a lifelong compass.

Join us for a reflection on what it takes to live a life that’s not only productive but truly meaningful.

0:00 Intro

5:04 Goals vs Mission: A Football Analogy

10:09 Simon Sinek's "Start with Why" Concept

13:14 Three Models for Finding Your Purpose

17:48 Aligning Purposes Across Life Areas

21:52 Purpose Statements for Different Life Domains

24:54 Steps to Pursue Purpose and Find Peace

Resources Mentioned:

📚 "The Rhythm of Life" by Matthew Kelly

📚 "Start with Why" by Simon Sinek

📚 "Good to Great" by Jim Collins

▶️ Simon Sinek's TEDx Talk on "Start with Why": https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action 

🌐 Matthew Kelly, author and thought leader: https://www.matthewkelly.com

🌐 Jim Collins, author and speaker: https://www.jimcollins.com