EVERYONE NEEDS A MISSION

Do you live and work with a sense of passion and energy? Do you have a direction that is inspiring and energizing?

People with a clear sense of purpose achieve success by aligning their uniqueness and passion with their work. With abundant energy and a strong sense of purpose and direction, they know exactly where they are going and how to get there. In this book, you will be introduced to a unique new process for creating your own mission for life and work.

You will learn how to:

• Create your personal vision for your life and your work

• Identify your particular uniqueness

• Develop your own mission statement

• Select goals and strategies for fulfilling your mission

• Implement your mission and overcome obstacles

Hear stories of those who have created and are now living their dreams and will walk away with a concrete action plan, including strategies to bring about your mission.

If you want to achieve success professionally or personally-If Not Now, When?

Maureen F. Fitzgerald, PhD, JD, LLM, BComm practiced law for 20 years and has written 11 books, many articles and hundreds of blogs. She has a business and degree, a law degree, a master of law degree from the London School of Economics and a doctorate degree. In her former life, Maureen was a policy lawyer, mediator and professor at two universities. As a leader of thoughts and people, Maureen writes and speaks often about social justice, equality and mindfulness. Her motto: Sharing the right ideas at the right time can change the world. You can find her at maureenfitzgerald.com.

Preface Introduction: The Power of Mission . The difference between a vision and a mission . Why living on purpose is so important . The benefits of a mission . Steps to creating your vision, mission and goals Strategy 1: Creating Your Vision . Several ways to create a vision . Techniques to define happiness and success . How to use visualization and a vision board . Steps to craft a personal vision Strategy 2: Identifying Your Unique Vessel . How to identify your unique skills and abilities . Ways to assess your interests or what you care about . How to create your success inventory . Ways to identify your particular style and approach Strategy 3: Developing Your Mission Statement . How to formulate a proper mission statement . How to decide exactly what you want to do . Ways to identify your audience or clients . How to draft your own unique mission statement Strategy 4: Selecting Your Goals and Strategies . How to create goals that will accomplish your mission . Ways to craft measurable goals and set priorities . How to use a strategic planning process . Ways to identify your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats Strategy 5: Taking Action . How to identify resources and supports . Ways to address barriers and challenges . How to adopt appropriate attitudes . Techniques for facing your fears and staying focused Conclusion Bibliography About the author