Profession and vocation in the everyday life of managers
For many managers, career and vocation are two central aspects of their lives that they want to harmonise. It is not just about fulfilling duties, but above all about experiencing meaning and motivation in everyday working life. Those who combine their profession and vocation are more committed to their work and feel more fulfilled in the long term.
This combination has a positive effect on leadership behaviour. Managers who know their inner motivation can inspire teams instead of just delegating. Clear values and objectives play a major role in this. They help to tackle professional tasks with passion and master challenges with confidence.
This creates a management culture that is not only based on measurable results, but also on respectful and meaningful cooperation.
How managers combine career and vocation
Managers often take on many roles: They are decision-makers, team leaders and change managers at the same time. It is important to reflect on your own strengths and passions so that your profession and vocation work together. This can create a natural motivation that goes far beyond the mere fulfilment of tasks.
One practical approach is regular self-reflection. Managers who reflect on their values can define professional goals more clearly and lead more authentically. This inner clarity also has an impact on employees because it promotes trust and commitment.
Profession and vocation make it possible to develop innovative ideas and implement changes with conviction.
Practical examples from everyday management
BEST PRACTICE at company XYZ (name changed due to NDA contract) A manager not only saw her job as a duty, but lived it as a vocation. In times of crisis, she remained calm and actively supported her team. This led to more efficient collaboration despite the challenges.
BEST PRACTICE at company XYZ (name changed due to NDA contract) Workshops were established in a medium-sized company in which professional challenges and personal values were discussed together. This format strengthened team cohesion and motivation for joint projects.
BEST PRACTICE at company XYZ (name changed due to NDA contract) One leader used his role to drive change processes with personal conviction. This brought about a lasting change in the corporate culture and significantly increased acceptance among employees.
The benefits for the corporate culture
When managers integrate work and vocation into their everyday lives, the entire organisation benefits. Values are not just communicated as empty phrases, they are lived. This creates a vibrant culture in which employees can better identify with the company.
This stronger bond can reduce staff turnover and increase overall satisfaction. Many employees report a greater sense of purpose and a better balance between work and personal development when managers incentivise this.
Leadership skills through the combination of profession and vocation
The conscious combination of profession and vocation develops essential leadership skills such as empathy, communication skills and decisiveness. Today, these soft skills are indispensable for motivating and retaining employees in the long term.
Managers with a clear purpose behind their actions come across as authentic and gain the trust of their team. At the same time, their profession and vocation allow them to react flexibly to changes and initiate innovative solutions.
This not only supports personal development, but also promotes the success of the company as a whole.
My analysis
Profession and vocation are two factors that can complement and reinforce each other. For managers, this means fulfilling more than just a task - it is about recognising meaning in what they do and drawing motivation from it. The integration of both aspects supports sustainable and inspiring leadership from which employees and the company benefit. Practical examples show that this combination improves the working atmosphere and promotes innovation. At the same time, it facilitates the personal development of managers and creates space for a culture of trust and appreciation.
Further links from the text above:
[1] Profession and vocation: How managers master both - SAULDIE
[3] Profession and vocation: How to combine both as a manager
[5] Vocation - Explained simply and clearly - Job coordinates
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