Ep 161. Tom Rath: Life's Great Question

<p>Bestselling author Tom Rath has a new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lifes-Great-Question-Discover-Contribute/dp/1939714176/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=tom+rath&amp;qid=1583078489&amp;sr=8-3" target="_blank"><em>Life’s Great Question: Discover How You Contribute to the World</em></a>. He is a researcher who has spent the past two decades studying how work can improve human health and well-being. His 10 books have sold more than 10 million copies, making him the #1 bestselling author of non-fiction books in history. Tom’s first book, <em>How Full Is Your Bucket</em>?, was an instant #1 <em>New York Times</em> bestseller and led to a series of books and activities for kids that are used in classrooms around the world. His <em>StrengthsFinder 2.0</em> is Amazon’s top selling non-fiction book of all time. Tom’s other bestsellers include <em>Strengths Based Leadership</em>, <em>Wellbeing</em>, <em>Eat Move Sleep</em>, and <em>Are You Fully Charged?</em> Each copy of <em>Life’s Great Question</em> has a unique access code to Contribify.com, and after taking the online inventory, readers discover the top three areas where they have the most potential for contribution.</p><br><p>In this episode, Stew and Tom discuss the importance for one’s own health and well-being on being focused on how you can help others and contribute to the greater good, which is, perhaps, a more effective way to think about career choices than single-mindedly pursuing your passion.&nbsp; They talk, in practical terms, about the distinction between “eulogy values” and “resume values” and the many benefits that obtain from prioritizing the former. Tom describes a simple method for how to assess your own particular inclinations as a contributor. The non-linear form of successful careers -- a crucial piece of advice, especially for those just starting out -- is illustrated with snippets of their personal histories.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='no