Finding Purpose Thanks to Education

A life with purpose is full of satisfaction and that is why more and more doctoral and post-doctoral students are looking for study programs that allow them to reach their optimal self, achieving with their studies to contribute to the well-being of the world, through their contributions in science, communities, technology, or the area in which they work.

How are you impacting the world?

Often, people want to leave a legacy and the best way to do it is by seeking to add to the common good. This change in mentality has led institutions to have the individuality of students as a clear objective, understanding that they are entities with unique goals and profiles, who need programs that allow them to develop their skills, emphasizing their interests, and personal goals.

At a certain point in life, doubts about the professional part lurk. At this point in middle age, with enough experience, there comes a point of renewing or dying. You do not have the energy of the beginning, nor the serenity of a senior, and it is at this point that people frequently wonder what they should do to really rediscover the passion in their profession and retrain.

The answer may not come by magic, but if you spend quality time exploring your abilities and motivations, you'll soon find that answer you've been looking for.

Lead with purpose

LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky recently wrote in an opinion piece for the World Economic Forum, “along with a growing coalition of leaders, that the best way forward, for people, businesses, economies, and societies, is prioritizing skills."

If you are a consolidated professional looking to leave a legacy, think no more and look for options to set a precedent in the world. A great way, if you don't know where to start, is by taking the United Nations Agenda as a starting point to get inspired to look for projects.

Look to focus on your abilities and strengths to move in the right direction toward your goals. Find in your studies the opportunity for a change of consciousness. Get inspired by the success stories of people who have changed their environment, thanks to the development of a doctoral project. There are many heroes out there who are a testament to what can be achieved.

If you are ready to reach your goals and pursue your doctoral degree but haven't decided on the best option for you, consider online universities, which allow you to enjoy flexible and self-paced learning.

In fact, many online universities these days allow you to design your program. This is ideal since you can mix your experience and your real interests, to create a unique program that really takes you where you want and allows you to fulfill your purpose. At least 60% of people who pursue a Ph.D. do so for personal reasons, and being the architect of your program really allows you to study something you want for yourself and not for others.

On the other hand, you can determine your own study pace, allowing you to work your workload. The intention is for you to enjoy your Ph.D. journey and not feel like it is a race against time.