Imagine an antidote for the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) world we live in—further amplified by the rise of generative AI. What would it feel like?
I’d suggest things would feel Stable, Certain, Simple, and Clear (SCSC). Now, nothing would have changed in the world around you—AI would still be surging ahead, elections would still be in full swing, and social media would continue chirping away—but you would see everything differently.
Your perspective would shift. You’d see the world in slow motion, feeling grounded in your stance. Confident in your vantage point, you’d focus on the things that matter most, the ones that drive your impact. You’d simplify your week, let go of unnecessary baggage. Your time, energy, and productivity would be transformed. Your view—crystal clear.
With this new perspective and mindset, your words, actions, and behaviors would gently evolve. Your relationships and sense of belonging would be enhanced. Fulfillment would come from more meaningful experiences and contributions. You’d feel happier, more energized, and inspired for what’s next. Life would feel more harmonious.
Everyone I work with is already a high performer. You likely are too. Still, ask yourself: Would this version of you—feeling Stable, Certain, Simple, and Clear—be even better as a senior leader? If you felt this way, what impact could it have on your life and work? And what about the people you support?
It starts with your “From – To” statement. You can apply this across different areas of your life or think about it generally for your whole life. “From” reflects how you feel now, and “To” reflects how you want to feel at a future point that you define.
Use one word for each.
Here are a few examples I’ve heard before:
- From Success to Significance
- From Frustrated to Fulfilled
- From Chaotic to Cohesive
- From Confusion to Consensus
- From Flailing to Focused
- From Mundane to Meaningful
- From Hanging On to Harmony
- From Stressed to Stable
- From Pressure to Presence
- From Impulsive to Intentional
- From Ignition to Impact
- From Lackluster to Loving it!
“Success to Significance” is my favorite because it’s realistic for all my clients—they’re already successful. It builds from an already strong starting point and invites us to explore a better way forward. Significance comes from meaningful experiences, contributions, and relationships. It results in deeper connections, belonging, value, and well-being. Purpose is about living intentionally through these experiences, infusing your passions with your impact. Once you experience significance, you reframe what it means to be successful.
The VUCA antidote, the way to experience SCSC, is to move from success to significance—through your purpose. It’s about intentionally living at the intersection of your passions and your desired impact.
If you’d like to explore this further, check out my new Ignite My Purpose coaching program here. If it looks interesting, book a 30-minute exploratory call with me to see if it feels like the right fit for you.