What do I want to do with my life? It’s a daunting question. But what if you could answer with confidence? With passion, purpose and a plan? This book will show you exactly how. In Be More Like You, you’ll meet Rory Langford, a young college student who’s unsure of his future. Then he meets a successful business woman who becomes his mentor. She guides him through the IDEAS Framework, a prescriptive approach to better understanding yourself, uncovering your passions and aligning your unique skills and interests to an industry you love. She also shows him how to build a network of people to help him get informational interviews, job shadows and internships/apprenticeships. These career-connected learning opportunities help him validate his field of interest and create contacts in the industry.

As you follow Rory’s journey, you’ll see the IDEAS Framework unfold and understand how it can easily be applied to your own life. The book gives helpful directives throughout that you can use yourself. As you follow Rory’s journey to see where it leads, you’ll be inspired to dream big and uncover your passions. This book will jump start your journey to purpose, fulfillment and happiness in work and life. It will give you the courage to dig deep and Be More Like You.

Here’s what people are saying:

Tyler’s care for young people and their quest to find their true path is worthy of endorsement and celebration. Tyler is not only able to connect and make the process less daunting, but brings with him a lifetime of experience and success. -Dr. Molly Kreyssler, life and education coach.

Purposeful direction starts with your passion and curiosity. This framework is a highly useful and practical guide from someone who is as much a student in life as a teacher. Tyler is the consummate selfless teacher who learns from every interaction and experience. Dig in. It will be worth your time and energy. -Shane Atchison, CEO, North America at Wunderman Thompson.

Tyler has an unmatched ability to spot and advocate for the unique and powerful light within people, empowering them with confidence and skills to embrace their true passions. -Andrea Hopelain, senior vice president of brand, Electronic Arts.

Frederick Buechner reminds us that true vocation ‘is the place where our deep gladness meets the world’s deep need.’ In his inspiring story of a young man’s search for meaning and purpose, Tyler Lafferty reminds us that with a little guidance, reflection and intentionality, we can all find that intersection where our passions and abilities meet up with the opportunities the world provides for work and service. -Beck A. Taylor, Ph.D., president, Whitworth University.