Do What You Get Paid For

Meaning and Purpose

The purpose (reason for being) is tied to the work and results that earn you an income.

Purpose

The purpose (reason for being) is tied to the work and results that earn you an income.

Notes

“Do what pays you well” has been a standard approach for many people, but it’s important to realize it’s only one of four perspectives of the Ikigai model. Only doing what you get paid for may not make you a happy person.

Rules / Constraints

  • We have not (yet) defined rules or constraints.

“Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it.”

(Source: Buddha)