Meaning and Purpose

Meaning and Purpose

Ikigai literally means “the reason for being”. It shows four perspectives of purpose where each can be valid on its own.

Purpose

Ikigai literally means “the reason for being”. It shows four perspectives of purpose where each can be valid on its own. However, the more these perspectives overlap, the better.

Notes

You can use the Ikigai model as a reflection tool for crafting or finding the meaning of your (professional) life.

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Rules / Constraints

  • We have not yet defined rules and constraints.

Do What You Love
Do What They Need
Do What You Get Paid For
Do What You're Good At
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Distribute or Automate Management
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Be an Artisan or Communicator
Be an Artisan or Communicator

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Hard Agile, Soft Agile, and Not Agile
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Ikigai - Meaning and Purpose
Ikigai - Meaning and Purpose

The Ikigai model has gained popularity as a tool for individuals and organizations to define their purpose.

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

(Source: Buddha)