EP #178: Pursuing your purpose with Ana Megrelishvili
We all have a purpose, but do we know what it is?
There is something to be said for chasing after what you believe is critical to your existence. Unfortunately, today’s world can be very distracting and you may never be on track. But don’t be discouraged, with the proper intention, you can find your way.
Today’s guest has an amazing story of struggle, immigration, conflict, and trust in what is good. Ana Megrelishvili was born in Georgia (the country) but had a dream of finding freedom (in many ways). She found success by most standards but realized there was something missing.
She’ll explain how she broke down her whole life to build up significance.
What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:
About Ana’s dream of moving from Georgia the country to the US
How Ana quit her job for a sabbatical
How silent retreats helped Ana find a purpose
What Christian Professionals of Atlanta is
About Ana’s professional and life transition
Examples of how Ana’s work is now creating a positive impact
About Ana’s book that references violence and taboo topics
How Ana emigrated at the beginning of a war
About Ana’s guilt for leaving people behind in war-torn Georgia
What Ana believes about networking and it’s power
How service is critical for Ana’s business
How Ana’s faith is important to her work
How stewardship is a great principle for entrepreneurs
About the volunteer projects that Ana organizes
Advice about pursuing your purpose
Ideas Worth Sharing:
“I believe in the power of stories.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“I wanted to take a sabbatical.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“We have non-profit members as well.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“I wanted more for my life I wanted to achieve freedom.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“You’re supposed to take care of your family back at home.” - Ana Megrelishvili speaking about making money in the US
“How can I have work that also impacts positively something bigger than myself.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“I completely broke down my whole life.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“It’s really hard to zoom out.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“That’s something I had to do to get out of the consumer mentality and into the create mentality.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“What are we doing with our voice, with our power, with our impact?” - Ana Megrelishvili
“Your trauma doesn’t have to define your future.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“I emigrated in the midst of the war.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“I’m so happy with where I am.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“The most challenging part with something like this is getting the right people in the room.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“Imagine having 60 people in a room who all care about something bigger than themselves.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“Let’s put our oxygen mask on us first.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“Let’s forget for a day about ourselves.” - Ana Megrelishvili
“What’s the worst case scenario if you pursue your dream and what’s the best case?” - Ana Megrelishvili
“Did you ever think the impact that you would make would be about helping other people?.” - Bob DePasquale asking Ana about her dream
“You were determined enough to chase after something great.” - Bob DePasquale
“You can’t always change the world.” - Bob DePasquale
Resources In Today's Episode:
Bob’s Book - Personal Finance in a Public World
This week’s E-Impact Blog Entry
Episodes Referenced: