Are You Doing What Makes You Happy?

Are you genuinely happy with what you do each day?

It’s a simple question, but one many business owners, leaders, and professionals avoid. You might be successful, respected, and financially secure yet still feel something is missing. Being good at something does not automatically mean it’s the right thing for you to keep doing.

So ask yourself honestly “Does your work energise you, or does it drain you?”

Many people find themselves in roles or businesses they have mastered but no longer enjoy. They deliver results and meet expectations, but deep down feel unfulfilled. Over time, that disconnect can quietly affect motivation, decision-making, relationships, and personal wellbeing.

Another question worth asking is “If nothing changed, would you be happy doing this for the next five or ten years?”

Often, the reason people stay is fear. Fear of walking away from security. Fear of losing income, status, or control. These are understandable concerns, especially when others rely on you. But when fear becomes the main reason you stay, it can trap you in work that no longer fits who you are.

So consider this “What would you pursue if fear wasn’t the deciding factor?

Following your passion doesn’t mean throwing everything away overnight. It does mean being honest with yourself and taking small, deliberate steps toward something that excites you again. Yes, there may be short-term discomfort or uncertainty. But the long-term return can be powerful with renewed energy, clarity, and often greater success.

People who enjoy what they do perform better, think more clearly, and show greater resilience under pressure. Passion has a way of unlocking potential that routine and obligation suppress.

A final question to sit with “What would future you wish you had done differently?

If you follow what genuinely makes you happy, you’re far less likely to ever hear yourself say, “I wish I had.”. Life is short….

If these questions resonate, I’m always happy to have a low-key chat about what the next chapter could look like. I’ve been there.