Experience profession and vocation: A guide for managers
Many managers face the challenge of harmonising their career and vocation. This path not only leads to greater satisfaction, but also to sustainable success. Because when profession and vocation merge, a motivation arises that goes far beyond the mere fulfilment of tasks. This makes professional behaviour authentic and meaningful.
The importance of profession and vocation for managers
A profession is usually characterised by clear tasks and responsibilities that serve to secure a livelihood. Vocation, on the other hand, stems from an inner drive that combines personal values and passion. Managers who combine both can fulfil their role more convincingly. This harmony not only promotes personal commitment, but also inspires employees.
In this way, a manager who lives their profession with vocation can communicate authentically, make strategic decisions with conviction and remain calm in difficult situations. This inner focus has a motivating effect on the team and strengthens the corporate culture in the long term.
How managers combine career and vocation
The first step is conscious self-reflection: managers should regularly scrutinise their personal values, strengths and goals and harmonise them with their professional tasks. In this way, every manager can fulfil their day-to-day work with meaning.
Managers also gain in their dealings with employees if they not only delegate on a purely technical level, but also lead by example with an inner attitude. This creates trust and promotes personal responsibility in teams.
Another important aspect is open communication structures in which personal values and challenges can be shared. This makes decisions more transparent and gives the collaboration more depth.
Practical examples of combining profession and vocation
BEST PRACTICE at company XYZ (name changed due to NDA contract) One manager not only used her role to realise company goals, but also saw it as her vocation to promote talent. This enabled her to strengthen team cohesion and increase motivation even during stressful project phases.
BEST PRACTICE at company XYZ (name changed due to NDA contract) In a medium-sized company, the management organised regular meetings to share personal values and professional challenges. This initiative boosted identification with the company and created an atmosphere in which career and vocation merged harmoniously.
BEST PRACTICE at company XYZ (name changed due to NDA contract) One manager focussed on a sustainable change in the corporate culture. She combined her personal convictions with strategic measures, which led to greater acceptance of new processes and a stronger team spirit.
Tips for managers who want to integrate their career and vocation into their everyday life
Managers should regularly take time to reflect on their personal motivation and clearly define their values. This helps them to maintain a clear course even in challenging times. Recognising your own strengths and making targeted use of them is a valuable step.
In addition, exchanging ideas with colleagues, mentors or coaches helps to sharpen one's own attitude and provide impetus for further development. It is important to remain open to new perspectives and to see yourself as a learner.
Last but not least, regular feedback rounds in the team promote a culture of appreciation in which career and vocation can be lived. This creates an atmosphere in which performance and personal development go hand in hand.
My analysis
The combination of profession and vocation forms an essential basis for modern and authentic leadership. Managers who combine both experience their everyday life in a more meaningful way and have a motivating effect on their teams. Reflecting on one's own values and constantly developing a personal attitude are key to successfully mastering this balancing act. This creates sustainable impetus for individual and organisational development.
Further links from the text above:
Profession vs vocation: these are the differences
Profession and vocation: How managers master both
Profession and vocation: How to combine both as a manager
From profession to vocation - three letters that make the difference
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