AND I'm also smiling because what I've written today has the same core message.
When I look around (and back in time), there seems to be an evolutionary progression in how we relate to work/business.
In the early stages, where most of us begin, our WHY is often financial security, external validation, compensating for psychological wounds...
Then as we evolve, we feel that the core is missing. Which manifests and is named as looking for meaning, fulfilment, deeper connection with your work etc. Now we want work/business to be a vehicle for self-expression and purpose. We put the core in the center and build around it.
So this transformation isn't just about WHAT we do, or leaving employment to build a business, but it's a fundamental shift of WHY and HOW we work, transforming our entire relationship with work itself.
The goal is to become a Sovereign Creator. It is the integration of two essential archetypes:
The Philosopher: The deep, internal work of understanding your purpose, your values, and your unique psychological makeup (your archetypes, your shadow, your authentic voice).
The Entrepreneur: The practical, external work of translating that inner clarity into a sovereign business that serves a specific audience and creates a real impact.
Fire! Love it.
AND I'm also smiling because what I've written today has the same core message.
When I look around (and back in time), there seems to be an evolutionary progression in how we relate to work/business.
In the early stages, where most of us begin, our WHY is often financial security, external validation, compensating for psychological wounds...
Then as we evolve, we feel that the core is missing. Which manifests and is named as looking for meaning, fulfilment, deeper connection with your work etc. Now we want work/business to be a vehicle for self-expression and purpose. We put the core in the center and build around it.
So this transformation isn't just about WHAT we do, or leaving employment to build a business, but it's a fundamental shift of WHY and HOW we work, transforming our entire relationship with work itself.
You hit the nail on its head.
The goal is to become a Sovereign Creator. It is the integration of two essential archetypes:
The Philosopher: The deep, internal work of understanding your purpose, your values, and your unique psychological makeup (your archetypes, your shadow, your authentic voice).
The Entrepreneur: The practical, external work of translating that inner clarity into a sovereign business that serves a specific audience and creates a real impact.
Beautiful. I didn't choose my name by accident. I like how you put it.
Now I realized there is another stage of WHY. More about that some other time.
I’m curious :)
Brilliant!
Love this approach, Phillip. Starting with the WHY, followed by the HOW, and inevitably leading to the WHAT. This path really has a great potential.
Really good. Lots of food for thought. Will likely re-read later!
Thanks Michael.