Be More Like You: A Guide to Answering the Ultimate Question "What do I want to do with my life?"

by Tyler Lafferty

"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

“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.

195 pages, Paperback

Published December 23, 2020

Reviews

[Goldie Novle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was hesitant in picking up this book as it's not my usual read - I generally prefer to stay in the realm of fiction. However color me surprised when I started reading and found it formatted as a fictional story that follows our main character, Rory Langford, on his journey to reevaluate what he wants to do with his life in the career department with the help of his mentor, C.J. The author writes it so that when C.J. is sharing advice to Rory, it is much like she's giving a step-by-step plan to you. And what Rory does with this information can be used as examples to follow. It was clever how C.J. would mention forwarding an email, or a chart, or Rory would mention taking notes and at the end of the chapter that information would be plainly listed - almost in a way that breaks the fourth wall. I found myself following the things mentioned and feeling abruptly inspired to do so without realizing it until later. Although it wasn't necessarily my genre, I will definitely be following the advice listed throughout.

[JJ Vancil · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the perfect book for anyone wanting to discover what they want to do in life. Whether a high school student thinking about what’s next or a mid-30’s professional pondering a career change, I can’t think of a better book to help in that journey. Tyler Lafferty blends a wealth of personal experience and a valuable framework to put together a book that is both inspiring and incredibly practical. Because it is also a parable following the life of Rory, a college student who is floundering in discovering his purpose, it is an easy read that packs a punch. There are timeless truths and invaluable nuggets of wisdom tucked into these pages, and I hope more and more people can use this resource as they discover their own calling. The world needs a critical mass of people to be MORE like themselves instead of what they world thinks they should be. Lafferty is helping in that cause.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wasn’t sure I’d read the whole book when I started it...but after a few pages I was hooked. The simple style was easy to follow and really made me think. I already have had a great discussion with my son, a high school senior. I’ve also been thinking about how it applies to my own life. It would be great for high school/college age students to read- but that can be easier said than done! Reading it as a parent gives some tools to use as guidance for your own children, OT students. I highly recommend.

[David S. Lafferty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great advice to anyone any age that reads it.

We all need advice at various points in our lives. Tyler’s roadmap to personal satisfaction by doing something you love is inspirational and easily understood. Anyone at any age can gain from the ideas in this book. It’s never too late to Be More Like You.

[Thomas Stelter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Straightforward, a quick and engaging read, and applicable to all ages and stages of our respective life journeys. A great refresher for those like me who are continually working on being their best self, and essential reading for those beginning to explore what the world has to offer, and more importantly what they bring to the world.

[Corrine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'd say this is a great book for high school and college students entering the next phase of their lives. It's also good for those who are maybe feeling stuck in their current profession.