I’ve been struggling for the past few weeks to find what is the best way to motivate people.  It could be at the gym, at work, or in everyday life.  I am a very driven, motivated individual.  I knew what I wanted to be when I first started high school.  I am not one to accept life as it is today.  I push myself to become more successful in everything I do.   I used to think that money motivates people.  Money can only get you so far.  After heavy thought I came up with the main factor that motivates people.

Purpose…

People are motivated by purpose.  Purpose beyond materialism, beyond benefits, beyond compensation–beyond any tangible item.

People want to see results.  In the gym, you become motivated when you see your body change and transform from your hardwork.  At work, you are motivated by self-worth, achievements, and recognition for giving it your all.

I also thought about several individuals who I deem are motivated.  I am on the Crestview Chamber P.I.L.O.T. committee.  P.I.L.O.T. stands for Professional and Inspired Leaders of Tomorrow.  We are a young professionals committee that is constantly growing our membership.  Our two main purposes are networking and giving back to area youth through mentorship and community involvement.  I am also on the advisory board for P.I.L.O.T.  Each individual on the advisory board are absolutely motivated and driven.

Katie Sharon:  She is a commercial lender for Vanguard Bank.  She has her hands in everything.  If you join a new committee, organization or board, you can bet that Katie is already part of it.  She is one of the driving forces behind P.I.L.O.T. and is our committee chair.

Jenni Perkins:  She is the Publisher for Christian Community Managazine.  She is the current M.C. for our chamber breakfast and she knows everyone.

Tonda Haigler:  She is the new Assistant C.E.O. of North Okaloosa Medical Center.  Tonda is one of the busiest women I know.

Ashley Barrineau: She is a Crime Prevention Specialist for the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.  Ashley is part of all the chambers and is a member of the Junior League of the Emeraldcoast.

Stephanie Baggett:  She is the Office Manager for the Crestview Chamber.  She does all this while she is fully pregnant and ready to become a momma.  Wayne Harris always says that Stephanie is the woman who makes everything happen at the Chamber.

Tanya Forsha:  She is the Branch Manager for Banktrust of Crestview.  Tanya is also on the American Business Women’s Association organization of Crestview.

Nathan Boyles:  He is a local attorney in Crestview.  He is a Baker native and probably the youngest attorney every in Crestview.

 It is rewarding to see these individuals who are young, driven, and motivated to make Crestview a better place for tomorrow.

 What motivates you?

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