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Goal-oriented
Profession Pillar— What you can be paid for
adjective
Definition
Focused on achieving specific objectives; driven by clear purposes.
Similar words:
focuseddeterminedpurposefuldrivenambitious
Real-World Example
"The goal-oriented program director systematically addressed each barrier to community health improvement."
Ikigai Connection
Goal-oriented work channels your energy toward specific outcomes that serve meaningful purposes.
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 'Goal-oriented' contribute to your career growth?”
Take a moment to journal your thoughts on this question