Finding Your Third Identity

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Finding Your Third Identity July 3, 2025 | Episode 5129 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott shares a powerful coaching insight that stopped his group coaching call in its tracks. If you've ever felt disconnected from your work or questioned "who am I and what do I do," this episode will shift your perspective completely. Discover the concept of your "third identity" – the often-overlooked combination of who you are personally and professionally. Scott reveals why traditional work-life balance doesn't exist and how finding alignment in this third space can transform everything. Featured Story During a recent group coaching call, Scott introduced a game-changing concept that had everyone rethinking their approach to personal and professional development. He shared his observation that most people focus on either personal growth or professional advancement, missing the crucial third element that ties everything together. The breakthrough moment came when clients realized they don't need to separate who they are from what they do – they need to integrate both into a unified, authentic identity. Important Points You have three identities: personal, professional, and the combination identity that most people never acknowledge or develop. Traditional work-life balance is a myth because you're the same person whether at work or home – integration, not separation, is the key. The real transformation happens in that "third space" between your personal and professional selves, where authentic alignment creates lasting satisfaction. Memorable Quotes "I can't imagine knowing who I am personally and then having a job that doesn't match what I do and living life like that." "There is no work-life balance. It's the same. How do I know that? Because you're the same person, whether you're at work or you're at home." "If you're doing something you like to do, and if you're being the person you want to be, the combination is what you want in your life." Scott's Three-Step Approach Define your personal identity clearly by identifying your core values and who you want to be in all areas of life. Examine your professional identity and determine if it aligns with or conflicts with your personal values and goals. Focus on developing your "third identity" – the integrated version of yourself that combines personal authenticity with professional purpose. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices