Guided by Your Mojo: Find Your True Vision
Tap into your inner energy to align with your true purpose and craft a vision that inspires
"Mojo is that positive spirit toward what we are doing now that starts from the inside and radiates to the outside. It is the moment when we do something that's purposeful, powerful, and positive, and the rest of the world recognizes it."
— Marshall Goldsmith, Mojo
Let Mojo Illuminate Your Path
Vision isn’t just a roadmap to success; it’s the inner compass powered by your authentic energy—your mojo. Mojo is the vibrant force that brings purpose and fulfillment to your actions. When your vision aligns with your mojo, you tap into a self-reinforcing cycle of enthusiasm and clarity, guiding you through the highs and lows of your journey.
Marshall Goldsmith’s four pillars of mojo—identity, achievement, reputation, and acceptance—provide a framework for understanding and nurturing this energy. Reflect on these questions:
Identity: Who do you believe you are, and how does this shape your vision?
Achievement: Are your daily actions building momentum toward meaningful goals?
Reputation: How do others perceive your energy and contributions?
Acceptance: Are you focusing on what you can control and releasing what you cannot?
When these elements are in harmony, you’ll feel the unmistakable surge in energy—your mojo. But neglect them, and your energy wanes, leaving you disengaged and adrift.
My Journey with Mojo
In 2011, I read Marshall Goldsmith’s Mojo and had the opportunity to meet and talk to him at a Microsoft event, where he graciously signed my copy. His insights transformed my approach to work. Recognizing when my mojo surged—and when it faded—became a barometer for aligning my career choices with my true self.
Even if I couldn’t spend all my time on the tasks that sparked joy, the simple act of acknowledging those moments gave me clarity about what I valued most. Over time, this awareness guided me to roles and opportunities that aligned with my identity, purpose, and potential.
Daily Inner Quest
Your mojo is your guide to an energized and purposeful life.
Today, take a moment to identify the tasks or interactions that spark your mojo. What patterns do you notice? Use these insights to steer your vision toward activities that align with your identity and ignite your passion. Reflect on how these moments can guide your decisions about your work and life.
Harness your mojo to craft a vision that feels purposeful, powerful, and positive—a vision that is undeniably yours.
