When It’s My Idea, I Can’t Let It Go

I’ve always felt that I can only give my life to an idea if it’s mine—something that comes from deep within me, not just a clever concept passed down. When I talked with Karen Houghton about this, she agreed that’s often true, though she pointed out that some founders, especially in studio models, can still step into a vision and make it their own if it resonates. It made me wonder: is the real difference between a job and a calling whether the idea already lives inside you? If this hits close to home, check out the full conversation with Karen on YouTube—we get into the kind of purpose-driven leadership that sticks.