When I meet new people one of my favorite questions to ask them is, “Why do you do what you do?”

Many people define themselves by their jobs, so this question can get to the base of their personality.  It opens up the door for a lot of different responses.

What is important to them?

Why did they decide on their path?

Do they want to help people?

Do they want to make a bunch of money?

Do they want to travel?

Is it their passion?

Do they enjoy the hours?

Did they follow in someone’s footsteps?

Was it a last resort?

How did they find their talent?

Maybe they don’t know why they chose their profession. Regardless of their response, it gives a unique insight into their world.

So why do you do what you do?

Let us know.