Where Passion Comes From | Simon Sinek

Passion is an output of vision. When we feel that our efforts are contributing to a greater purpose, we feel passionate. But we're not all visionaries - so when we find a vision that resonates with us, our responsibility is to contribute our individual gifts to help bring that vision to life.

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Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.

Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do.

Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game.

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[DeWhiskeys]

I found my vision by looking at what bothered me deeply and affected others as well. Then, I turned that into something I want solve as a problem: "imagine if we didn't have to experience that"

[elviratukaeva]

The interviewer is so adorable, he's in complete adoration )))

[suhailehmad]

"You don't have to have a vision; you have to find one." So true

[mik]

Simon is best in giving short & smart advices!

[ernestoaguilarmeza]

My respect for you, Simon... You personalize PASSION!!

[emmelinebarre-minos]

Thanks for the difference between have a vision and find one, I m learning to accept that I m not a visionary, I m a follower and whatsoever I can find a vision, this is a relief

[TylerLloyd]

I love that you say that most people aren't visionaries and that it is ok! I always felt envious in school of those who knew exactly what they wanted to do, who had a very defined mission. I, on the other hand, love learning, the process of building, and I find myself energized by the passions of others. So, rather than trying to find my own vision, I want to help others achieve theirs. I like to say that: "I'm passionate about passionate people."

[GeekPsychology]

I definitely have noticed in my life that passion has come from doing and creating something that I care about - which has built upon itself and improved the clarity of my vision.

And without kindling the initial inspiration through action, it would’ve been smothered by the stresses of a routine life.

[pendantcetemps...]

You have said better what I have always thought as a person without an original vision. We need to find one.

[R.videocassette]

I work in a hospital as pharmacist...what i have saw is a hospital are becoming hotels. People want hotels like facilities in hospital which hospital provides but ultimately it increases the cost of treatment for middle or lower class of people. Later ones need only treatment from good doctors but can't afford it because of this worthless facilities. I hope 1 day i can make a hospital where treatment is of utmost importance.

[thevisionguy]

Interesting discussion. Our belief is that there are three elements to what we call the Success Trifecta - Mission Vision Passion.

A frequent question I am asked is which (of the three elements) comes first? And do we need all three to get started or make something happen? These are very good questions. Our study suggests that people certainly need at least one of the three but there is no priority order. Some people start with a cause, purpose or why - a clear mission. Others love something so much that it is their passion and that is their motivation to put it to good use. And others start from a clear picture of how they see the future - their vision - and then as Simon suggests in this video build their passion mission and people around that.

Where you start is not important other than having a clear Mission or Vision or Passion and then use that element as the fuel to get started. In our experience, the other elements will follow as you get moving. When you get all three, you start to see an alignment develop and a real aligned DNA (culture) of that organisation will show.

[paulmakiana]

this is the very best explanining i have ever heard about how to find your purpose really works.

[Avarice]

Im still at 1:08 but that 1 min. was enough to make me realize and understand the movie "passion of the christ"(Im not being religious or spiritual) but that movie didnt make me understand the title(that I saw when I was 15. Im 33 now) until i saw this video thank you

[wisdom-for-all]

Passion is Energy, a fuel for success, and the Genesis of Genius. Dream, Believe, Achieve. Find your WHY (purpose) and follow your dreams, they always "know the way" 🖖

[heylowhei]

I literally just ask this very question to a close friend 5 minutes ago. Then I open youtube and this video was recommended on top. Scary, but thankful that I found my answer

[benoitlombaerts]

I may add, I was pushing my kids to get a vision … 😢
What a big mistake 😢
It’s a real relief… I can let go that pressure on themselves and also on myself …
I felt guilty they don’t have one yet
Felt so guilty I wasn’t able to share with them, to « implement » in them to get a vision
Thank you so much

[mirayadingabay]

When your belief is so strong it takes it to another level that I can't explain like a powerful, magical thing is happening. Simon thank you for your words. always love to help the underrated weak unseen unappreciated old sick lonely poor etc.

[vickeygoyal]

You have always added to my confidence and guided me through difficult situations in life. I am a student who's preparing for Indian Civil Services Examination and I have always resonated with your thoughts and extracted motivation from it. Thank you so much Sir. I dream of seeing you in person some day.

[navigator_naush]

Your words resonate a robust feeling to do whatever one can for his or her passion. Thank you Mr. Sinek.

[maskedphilosophy]

I'm about to cry... this is the answer to a question I've had since 6th grade. It's so painful to have it answered, but it's such a relief...