Marc Rogatschnig

Meaning is difficult to define but can be created by having a solid foundation.
It's about what brings you joy, what you believe in and what you value.
Find out what truly, really matters to you. It's there that meaning lies.

Finding and retaining meaning requires some serious introspection.
Part of the process is also about recognising what other people value and what they believe in.
This is something you can gage by observing behaviour, people can say one thing and do another.

Although he's a great listener, what led Marc to Psychology was actually a search for his own healing.
Marc had a complicated relationship with his father and in coming to terms with it, uncovered his passion.
Marc shares the story of his healing, and his relationship with his father, in his book Distance in Our Blood

Meaning means different things to different people but it doesn't come from acquiring things.
For Marc, meaning is found in the moments that give him joy.
When something really resonates, when it aligns with what you believe in and value, that is meaning.

A lot of us define ourselves by what we own but things come and go so that's unsustainable.
The pandemic has caused a lot of people to stop and reevaluate what truly matters.
A notable result is that people are quitting their jobs to design the lives they want.

Stressed-out has become the new norm for entrepreneurs, which is completely unsustainable.
Many business owners are on the verge of burnout.
Finding purpose within their chosen field is another challenge for many entrepreneurs.

Culture grows from what an organisation believes in.
Knowing the core belief of your business is key to creating a sense of meaning in your team.
What you value and what you believe culminate in an authentic, meaning-led culture.

Leaders are ultimately responsible for the shape an organisation's culture takes.
This is because employees tend to emulate those in power and will look to leaders for direction.
You need to look at your culture through an honest lens, to magnify what works and discard what doesn't.

A top trait of successful leaders is the ability to retain their cool no matter the situation.
With the stress and responsibility of leadership, it's impressive when one can shut out the noise and focus.
It shows an intentional effort to be present, which is achieved when one is secure about their purpose.

The pandemic has left us in a constant state of fear and anxiety.
Marc recommends really reconnecting with yourself and looking into the future in this time.
A consistent ritual, something to add shape to your day, is also recommended.

Marc Rogatschnig reveals his secret ingredient.