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"You can fail in life doing the things you hate, so you might as well take a chance doing what you love." - Jim Carrey
When it comes to pursuing your passion, people often think that you need to decide between making a living, and doing what you love.
The reality is that not only can you have both, but if you're going to live a life of fulfillment, it's actually necessary to do so.
However, that doesn't mean that it will be easy - especially if you're stuck in a dead-end job, or you aren't even sure what else you'd like to do with your life.
In today's episode of Impact Theory, you'll get answers to some of the most common questions about transitioning from an unfulfilling career to one that excites you - without sacrificing financial stability in the process.
Whether you're suited for entrepreneurship, or would do better as a linchpin in an organization you believe in, you'll be surprised at just how universally applicable the tools and tactics are for getting unstuck and turning your passion into a full-time career.
SHOW NOTES:
00:00 | Introduction
00:22 | Overcoming the Fear of Following Your Passion
06:07 | Transitioning From Regular Job to Dream Job
13:56 | Leaving Corporate to Pursue Your Own Business
19:02 | What Tom Would Tell His 20-Year-Old Self
22:55 | Are Humans Wired to be Subservient?
QUOTES:
'There is no success big enough that you can stand in that success, and that it will last forever.' [00:52]
'The problem fundamentally is that life is an ever changing rollercoaster of emotion, and the name of the game is to manage those emotions well.' [03:34]
'Because I know that I can always slow down and take a step back, I never get overwhelmed. And because of that, I'm able to keep going and keep performing. But if I just tried to run in the red all the time, then I would stop having fun. I would not want to do it anymore, and I would give up.' [13:26]
'As you figure out what that business is going to be that you're growing, make sure that it's something that you would love doing every day, even if you were failing.' [17:01]
'Don't buy into a narrative that you need to run your own business or that you need to be an entrepreneur or anything like that. What you want to figure out is, where will you love existing? Where can you chase fulfillment the hardest? Where can you engage with your passions most deeply? That's the question.' [25:07]
'If you can't say in a single sentence what really fills your tank, what gives you that energy, what makes you feel alive… if you can't say that in a single sentence, you're in trouble.' [26:42]
How do you reconcile passion with financial stability?
@vaughanmoody Says:
Great video!
@josiahamaze Says:
I got fired for being a "good employee" so many times. Just take the leap. I did and now have my own business
@jesica7127 Says:
I absolutely loved this video and I wish the incredible person reading this all the best in life. I found other great video here also https://youtu.be/mggxGioTVfA😍
@mauriareboredo3140 Says:
thank you tom
@JohnnyGalang Says:
*Nice content Tom,the best investment i can do right now, is investing on forex and crypto market though stocks are good but ever since i swapped to crypto market, I've seen so much difference with Mrs Stephanie,Thank you for your great video* ..
@roknovak303 Says:
Great wife, mind if i steal
@YuTubebest Says:
❤️❤️❤️❤️ love you bro https://youtu.be/D_FaLXWLQDo From total fear fobia of flying to overcome the mental blockage lasted 17 year!! That destroyed my life , a successful business man, to stuck in Europe for 17 years stranded in Europe , and the enough i enough …..2019 I started to tackle the problem the condition to the point I started to fly the plane on my own , my fist solo flight
@markeugenelee2083 Says:
Thnx Tom
Greetings from Pakistan
@antoniodossantos5960 Says:
Congratulations Liza🌅🌅
@antoniodossantos5960 Says:
Thanks Tom 🌎 Greetings from Colombia. The Venezuelan Immigrant writer 🇻🇪
@Inspiredconvo Says:
I love this! You have so much insight but more than that you have a deep care that radiates as you speak! Thank you for being so helpful insightful and compassionate
@gustafrindestal Says:
Unemployed for many months, with student debt I decided to pursue my dream and started a company because I had already burned all the boats. I have my dream girl (acquired from a tv-show) but she want's to hang out with me and I feel the pressure of no money so I want to work. I have skills but don't like acquiring customers by cold calling. I made a funny advertisement video but got no clients. Luckily I now managed to get a well paying full time job so I can again start giving away film music for youtube videos for free and create opportunities.
In team playing games I love to be the supporter/tank. In Role playing games I always acquired different skills to pursue all quests because I love the stories and the reward in the end which make it easier to travel, earn money and do more quests.
In one sentence. "If I can make this happen, then I can make that happen. If I can make that happen, then I can make these things happen".
"The creative flow of progress which creates possibilities and dopamine". Skills of emotional controll, Film music, acting and film making (psychology).
@hunkybearngwenya4793 Says:
https://youtu.be/JZ_Y8ZLryCA
@allcalmsoothing9443 Says:
Thanks Tom, Quote - Consistency comes from authenticity.
@DesireeBanugo Says:
This is soooooo good. Thank you. Will watch again and take notes.
@fredrickconte6270 Says:
There might be an economical turmoil but there is no doubt that this is still the best time to invest.
@terfastarik9698 Says:
With the current problem around the world today I think it's best everyone invest more in digital asset than
Saving in banks and real estate. Just my thoughts
@ErickWolfHart Says:
the best advice from this video
Make sure that its something that you would love doing every day even if you were failing
@imu6085 Says:
dear Tom, love your videos. Want to share a though regarding the example of Steve Wozniac, that he wanted to remain an engineer.
in some or many tech companies, those who rise to positions of 'managers' eventually plan and judge the work of engineers. so engineers will have less authority, and of course in some cases they can be fired by their managers if the managers don't find them useful for the managers interest. This is sadly a dark side of staying in a tech role (in many companies i believe). I hope this is not true for all companies, and that good engineers have authority to decide, and are judged by competent bosses in some companies.
@ruthyaya Says:
Are you ok? You don’t look well. Please take care of your health.
@guitarsz Says:
Love you Tom!
@guitarsz Says:
Thank you so much Tom. I think the hardest thing IS answering that question. You said it yourself, "if you can't say in a single sentence what really fills your tank, you're in trouble." This IS the question I have the most difficulty with. BUT I also don't journal as much as I should...I love the steve wosniak story. Really good, thanks! I do feel like half of me is fiercely independent and I lean more towards wanting to transform my life...I'll think about it, I'll prioritize reflection. Thank you so much!
@nidalblila3878 Says:
Thank you so very much Tom , this is insightful and inspiring !
@nancydickson7699 Says:
*YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE GREAT TO START BUT YOU HAVE TO START TO BE GREAT—BLOSSOM JEFFERSON* 💖
@rasmusandersson9516 Says:
Hey man AMAZING. Yo this is great but I have some more aspects that can give some realistic adjustment. Is like you know. About the perspective. BUT to get the perspective yes is true the STRUGGLE. Thats true but you need to get to know whats important. A example is our basic human needs. Like break things down to the basic things getting to know what actually surround you.. WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT THAt. Thats comletely possible. And then also most important which can be a little hard if you are a spoiled kid. That is TO APPRECIATE AND BE GRATEFUL for actually everything to actually progress. For example is not obvious that I can write this comment from this computer. Is not obvious that I can use electricity all the time. Is not even obvoius that I could write this words... When we see things from there we can see that nothing is for granted.
I hundred procent agree with you on those other parts. For example what you say TAKE CARE OF MENTAL HEALTH FIRST. Great man. You are actually the second one I listen a little more on online. Great man. It dosent mean I take my inspiration from you but I listen a little and I think you do a lot of work and problaby much is meaningful. Whatever meaningful is but yes I hope you also think so. Master the camera. And master influencia online. Or at least you reached me in some way. CONGRATULATION. Problaby is not only online but also IRL because of the conversations. You extend the conversation lets say. Roe and Brian and others I don´t know the names but for sure it has become a source of info. HAHA really good exercise for the through muscles haha. JUST MAKE SURE YOU DON`T OVERUSE EM. Jeeeze they are super long all of EM your videos. (After 22min) create for example film is a great artform and camera a great invention especially to deliver a message. Maybe can check some more of your work later.Take care dude.
Peace man. Peace.
Finally earthclose "jordnära" Rasmus here.
@mattmorris9795 Says:
“The only destination in life is death.” The truest words in this video. The rest is gibberish.
@mcee555 Says:
This was such an important episode (and I watch nearly everything you put out). Thank you so much!
@lunac5141 Says:
Excellent monologe!! Thank you!
@georgevicente9300 Says:
The economic hardship, recession, unemployment, and loss of jobs caused by the covid pandemic are enough to push people into financial ventures. I'm taking a trip into investing because I lost so much during this pandemic. Multi-creation of wealth is the best strategy to ensure financial sustainability...
@brians.5857 Says:
PROTEIN!!!
@jdt8983 Says:
93 hours per week is your balanced life? Damn
@alexg8460 Says:
Im a new realtor quit everything and this came in such a great time Tom thanks so much. I’ve done a lot of hard jobs wanted something that I could use my something other than my strength to do one great thing though is I have a mentor that’s helping me a lot 🙏
@ladypeppermintt Says:
Love the shirt!
@mightygoodmagic Says:
I don't know if you ever get to read these comments Tom, but hoping that at least your team does sometimes.... I haven't dove into your interviews as much lately, just here and there. However, this video in and of itself is A TRULY EPIC ACTIONABLE!!!!! I'm doing a ton of neural reprogramming in a structured program. It's actually working, and quite weird to watch myself change behaviour AND more importantly the underlying subconscious anchors/loops, so that I don't even plan a change right in specific moments for the most part -I just can't help but to act from who I am at present, rather than old programming. -What you are talking about here is exactly the path I'm moving on, and your info reflects hard actionables that the program I'm in mentioned. This talk of yours has helped me get really concrete about next steps and an overall mindset/perception of approach to set myself up for true success from within, regardless of outer outcomes. THANK YOU (and looking fwd to checking out Lisa's book). xo.
@motivationeye Says:
Everyone who reads this, we don't know each other and probably never will but I wish you all the best in life and all the luck in the world 🥰💓🥰
I WILL NEVER GET PINNED, 😔😔
@lilamnbdh967 Says:
Thank you so much Tom for dropping this amazing episode.
@leo_nidas Says:
I think I like you more now. Not only great advice, but, awesome background 😉
@MarinPatt Says:
This is absolutely one of the most life changing videos I have seen! I could relate to each point made so much, I savored each one of them by rewinding and rewinding to take notes. I felt like Tom was talking directly at me and answering every question I had asked to myself last night. The book by ViKtor Frankl could not have been introduced to me with better timing! It’s not hyperbole to state this video is a real treasure to those in the midst of existential vacuum and could very well propel you into your ideal future, alerting you and helping you circumvent all the heartache people tend to associate with the journey to self discovery and the pursuit of their mission. Thank you, Tom!
@JoePlomo Says:
& 28 mins: I’m definitely in trouble
@andersbakkeberntsen4599 Says:
I love your videos, Tom! You are making a huge impact on peoples quality of life by creating these videos. Your authenticity is admiring! If I get any close to be at your level on bringing content like this, during my lifetime, I will be very happy! Keep going, Tom!
@gloryhalliday Says:
Crypto currency and NFTs will outsmart the banking system in the nearest future serving as a global fiat. $28,000 just in two weeks Mrs Christine Norine Martin you are so amazing😍
@francklonkeng3081 Says:
Thank you for this. it comes exactly when I most need it .. Fitness is my passion, and I am leaving my current job to be a personal trainer in one month . I am really afraid of losing that passion since I know how hard it is for a new trainer .. I will keep your words in my mind to keep going
@charlineorozco Says:
“Success Is not guaranteed but the struggle is, so the key is to struggle well.” 🔥
@Cwenjae Says:
Super great video
@hans6703 Says:
Easier said than done
@erikhall7110 Says:
Tom & Impact Team; Always grateful for your process-driven, pragmatic approach! It’s impressive how skillfully you distill & clarify the path to personal progress! - just want to say thank you!
@Libbylu81 Says:
I’m 23 and having a hard time doing the things I know I should. I feel scared and overwhelmed and like a failure. Thanks for this video - you are changing lives
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