Mastering the Art of Intentional Living with Kris Benson

What if the key to a fulfilling life lies in reverse engineering your dreams? This week, on The Purpose Matrix, Phil and his guest Kris Benson explore this concept, sharing how intentionality in career and life choices can lead to the most fulfilling life. Kris, a partner at Blueline Ventures, reveals his journey from corporate sales to private equity, emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself with inspiring individuals and crafting a life of purpose.Kris delves into the essence of freedom—doing meaningful work with meaningful people—and how this perspective evolved as he turned 40. He shares Blueline Ventures' unique approach to business acquisitions, focusing on organizational health and creating a culture manifesto that prioritizes values over mere financial metrics.Listeners will gain insights into the critical role of organizational health in business success, with Kris highlighting the staggering statistic that 80% of people feel their companies don't care about them. He argues that businesses should be vehicles for good, fostering environments where people thrive.Kris also offers his personal definition of success, likening it to the wake of a boat—leaving a positive impact on everyone you encounter. He encourages taking risks and embracing change, as success often stems from adaptability and the courage to leap into the unknown.0:00 Intro5:54 Reverse Engineering Your Life for Success11:47 Different Levels of Freedom Beyond Finances18:31 Developing a Culture Manifesto for Business31:05 Bringing Corporate Development to Small Businesses37:49 Defining Success as Leaving a Positive Wake41:50 Book Recommendations for Mindset Shifts44:55 The P.E.A.C.E. Acronym for Finding Success46:25 How to Learn More about Blueline VenturesResources Mentioned:🌐 Blueline Ventures: https://www.blueline-ventures.com📚 Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki📚 The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else In Business by Patrick Lencioni📚 Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni📚 Integrity: The Courage to Meet the Demands of Reality by Dr. Henry Cloud📚 Buy Then Build by Walker Deibel📚 Next Door Millionaire by Codie Sanchez📚 Atomic Habits by James Clear📚 Traction by Gino Wickman📚 The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, and Jim Huling