doing the right thing
establishing a purpose for your work

Tom says: After working hard for 12 years for a large company, mostly unfulfilled, I decided to start my own company to provide for my family and contribute to the community. For ten years, my employees have sacrificed pay increases and worked overtime, often unpaid.

Finally, we have landed a big contract that could push us over the top. I need a plan that will keep costs down in order to make it work. How can I provide for my family and reward my employees?

The expert says: In the midst of all the financial concerns, Tom has lost sight of the primary reasons he started his own company – he wanted to do things right! This is what initially attracted his employees.

According to experts, the best way to achieve corporate success and employee loyalty is to establish a purpose that is shared by all. One way to accomplish this is to become a “learning organization.” According to Peter Senge, in The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook, a learning organization thrives. Attributes of a learning organization are remarkably similar to the wisdom found in Paul’s letters.

People feel they’re doing something that matters, a sense of purpose.

“The Spirit’s presence is sown in some way in each person for the good of all.”
(1 Cor 12:7)

Everyone is growing in his or her capacity to create.
“Set your hearts, then, on the more important gifts.”
(1 Cor 12:31)

In order to achieve true success, Tom needs to remind himself and his employees of the company’s original purpose. As long as everyone concentrates on fulfilling a mission and purpose that serves others, they can trust God to take care of the rest. – Tim Ryan