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Jive
Profession Pillar— What you can be paid for
Definition
To be in harmony or agreement; to resonate with energy and rhythm.
Real-World Example
"The team's ideas really jived, producing a strategic plan that everyone believed in wholeheartedly."
Ikigai Connection
When your work jives with your values, you experience the effortless flow that defines Ikigai.
How this connects to your life purpose:
This word represents the profession aspect of Ikigai — what you can be paid for. Reflecting on this quality can help you understand what drives your sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Ikigai Reflection
“In what ways does 'Jive' contribute to your career growth?”
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