EncourageYou!

Being on my lunch hour right now, I'm thinking a lot about work, my lunch, and maybe even a summer vacation sometime soon. A few years ago, when Personal Mission Statements were in vogue (thanks to Stephen Covey and others), I wrote my own Mission Statement. Part of it is a list of why I go to work each day and pursue a career (in no particular order):

1. A stewardship to create profitablility for the company I work for
2. Serving God by serving and influencing others - customers, co-workers, vendors, whomever comes my way.
3. A conduit of providing means for my family
4. A model of responsibility and diligence for my children, family, friends, and others
5. Access to the culture as an ambassador for Christ.

These reasons for work may change in priority from one day to another, or during the day. They all work together to provide motivation and inspiration.

Don't think that I am a workaholic. Surely I am not. In fact, I often wonder if my work ethic could be declared "missing in action." Usually I need a reminder of why I get up in the morning, and this list helps. You may have your own list of reasons for plugging ahead each day. I hope this list helps you.

Best,

Jeff