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From Paycheck to Purpose The Clear Path to Doing Work You Love

Ken Coleman

WALL STREET JOURNAL NATIONAL BESTSELLER Does the work you do matter to you? Are you unsure what you want to do for a living? Are you in the right place but looking to advance? No matter where you are in your career, you were born to do work you love.

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The Ramsey Show

Ken Coleman, the Ramsey co‑host and author, repeatedly recommended the book to callers who were searching for purpose, changing careers, or needing a clear career plan, often offering it for free or at a discounted price. It was described as a practical guide that used four qualifying questions and a career assessment to help listeners identify meaningful work they could love and profit from. The podcast consistently highlighted it as a top‑selling, essential resource for aligning work with personal purpose.

Highly Recommended

Episode: Spending Money You Don't Have Won't Help You Win

The book was recommended to Jake who was considering changing careers. Dave felt the book would help Jake see his career change as an opportunity for growth.

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I'm also going to send you his book, From Paycheck to Purpose, because I think what you've got here is not the end of the play. I think you've got the second act.

Episode: Make Decisions With the Future in Mind (Not the Pr...

This book was part of the 4th of July flash sale, with a price of $10.

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Paycheck to Purpose by Ken Coleman. $10.

Episode: No One Accidentally Wanders Into the Land of Succe...

Dave Ramsey was about to recommend the book "Paycheck to Purpose" to George, but he joked about having too many children and that the title was "a stake through the heart".

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You got so many children Dave. It's a stake through the heart. It's a stake through the heart. So it's something about being broke isn't it. Breaking free from broke. Thank you.

I'll try to help you at the paycheck and purpose side but our friend Ken Coleman is the expert on that.

Episode: Build Wealth by Doing What Rich People Actually Do

Paycheck to Purpose is a book by Ken Coleman that helps people find work they love, which was the topic of the podcast.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality, number one bestselling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose, where he helps people do work that they love.

Ken Coleman, Ramsey Personality, number one bestselling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose is my cohost today.

Episode: Don’t Be Another Statistic in the Debt Disaster

Ken Coleman, a member of the Ramsey Solutions team, is a career expert and helps people to find meaning in their work. He has written a couple of bestsellers on this topic.

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So here's what we're going to do We're going to send you a book It's a book by a guy in the Ramsey suite named Ken Coleman that studies careers and studies people finding meaning in their work and teaches people how to do those things He's got a couple of best sellers and he's got a career assessment tool and I'm going to give it to you for free to say thank you for serving your country and I'm going to give you the book that goes with it and I'm also going to send you his book called Purpose which is what we've been preaching at you for the last few minutes because we think you're impressive

Episode: Take Control Of Your Money So It Doesn't Take Cont...

The book was mentioned as a bestseller that was available for under $16, on sale. Ken asked the audience to think of him when buying the book.

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Let's not forget my book because my kids need food. From Paycheck to Purpose under $16. I've got a kid going to college, so think of me when you go to the store.

Episode: There’s No Shortcuts to Financial Freedom

It was recommended by Jade Warshaw for discovering seven proven stages to finding meaningful work and increase your income.

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All right, and finally from Ken Coleman, From Paycheck to Purpose for under $16.

You can discover seven proven stages to finding meaningful work and increase your income.

Episode: Don't Let Your Relationship with Money Ruin Your R...

The book is about finding meaning in work and Ken Coleman mentioned it when discussing the caller's job.

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I see Hank, I saw your boy the other day, he's going to eat you out of house and home. So we need to tell Dave no more $18 for you.

I've seen your two boys and now they're paycheck to purpose for under $16.

I wrote a book called From Paycheck to Purpose, and that's all I think about is meaning in the soul.

Episode: THIS Is How You Become A Millionaire In America To...

Dave Ramsey said he would send Kimberly Coleman's book From Paycheck to Purpose, and a career assessment to help her find a fulfilling career. This was offered as a way to encourage her to focus on finding a job that could provide more financial stability after her divorce.

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And I'm going to send you Ken Coleman's book From Paycheck to Purpose And I'm also going to send you his assessment to start figuring out what it is you want to do And I'm talking about 10 years from today what is the glorious most prosperous career that you're going to love and make a lot of money doing that you start working towards now and actually engage in in August rather than I think I'll maybe go into sales because I'd hate graphic design I want more thought into this for you than that if I'm you So hang on I'll give you those two things as our gift

Episode: Will You Be Proud Of Your Decisions 20 Years From...

Dave Ramsey mentioned his book, Paycheck to Purpose, which he described as a number one bestselling book.

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I'm Dave Ramsey, your host, number one bestselling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose and host of The Ken Coleman Show.

Episode: Don’t Believe the Lies, Anyone Can Build Wealth

Ken Coleman's book Paycheck to Purpose was mentioned as a book about doing what you love.

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Didn't you write the book about doing what you love or something like that, Ken Coleman. That's Ken Coleman from Paycheck to Purpose.

Episode: When Are You Gonna Get Sick and Tired of Being Bro...

Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality and number one bestselling author of the book "Paycheck to Purpose" was co-hosting the show.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality number one bestselling author of the book, Paycheck to Purpose and host of the Ken Coleman show is my co-host today.

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today.

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today in the lobby of Ramsey Solutions on the debt free stage.

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality number one bestselling author of the book paycheck to purpose is my co-host today

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today

Episode: Be Planning for the Future Before It Catches Up Wi...

Ken Coleman, the host of the Ken Coleman show, is the number one best-selling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose, which discusses professional growth.

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Number one best-selling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose and host of the Ken Coleman show

He talks about your professional growth including where you work how you work and all about career stuff

And I'm the best-selling author of the book Hey Check To Purpose And host of The Ken Coleman Show

We're going to send you both of Ken's books The proximity principle And pay check to purpose

And for free You start looking at all the different forms And processes Ken has on there About getting a position

Episode: Decide To Change RIGHT NOW

Dave Ramsey recommended this book and career assessment for a caller who was struggling with his career and finding a higher paying job. He suggested the caller read the book in the next three days and take the assessment that night.

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I'm gonna send you Ken Coleman's career assessment for your husband to take and I'm gonna send you his book from paycheck to purpose.

Episode: If You Don’t Deal With the Core Issue You’ll Alway...

Ken Coleman is the author of "Paycheck to Purpose" which helps people develop in their work area to become a better person and make more money.

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Ken Coleman Ramsey personality number one bestselling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose and he is our guy that helps you develop in your whole area of your work where you can get be a better person and make more money.

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today. Thanks for hanging out with us.

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today.

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality number one bestselling author is my co-host today

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today. You're welcome to come by and visit us

Episode: This Is Why You Don’t Let Fear Drive Your Financia...

The caller was encouraged to use the "Get Clear" assessment, as well as Ken Coleman's book "Paycheck to Purpose" to help him find a better job.

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Let's give you the get clear assessment and my book from "Paycheck to Purpose."

Episode: True Maturity Is The Ability To Delay Satisfaction

Ken Coleman, Ramsey Personality, is a number one bestselling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose. It was mentioned as the book that he co-hosts with Dave Ramsey.

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Ken Coleman Ramsey personality number one best selling author of the book paycheck to purpose.

Here's a copy of Ken's book, number one best seller, Proximity Printable.

The Proximity Printals are what we're talking about.

Ken Coleman, Ramsey Personality is my co-host today.

Ken Coleman, Ramsey Personality is my co-host today.

Episode: No More Excuses: Get Your Debt Cleaned Up!

Dave Ramsey referenced this book, which he wrote himself, and explained that it contains four qualifying questions to help with career planning: what do I need to learn? What do I need to do? How much is that going to cost? How long will it take?

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There's four qualifying questions I wrote about in Paycheck to Purpose. What do I need to learn? What do I need to do? How much is that going to cost? How long will it take?

Episode: Face Your Financial Challenges Head On (Don’t Let...

It was listed as one of the $12 books available in the promotion, emphasizing its focus on helping individuals find meaningful work.

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The $12 sale is here through August 31st. ...$12 books to help you build a peaceful and joyful life. Dr. John Deloney walks you through the six daily choices in building a non-anxious life. Ken Coleman's From Paycheck to Purpose will help you do work that really matters. All $12.

Episode: Quit Taking Advice From Your Broke Friends and Fam...

It was mentioned as a resource for those seeking purpose in their work and was part of the $12 sale.

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Ken Coleman's Paycheck to Purpose is on the list.

Episode: Ditch Debt Quickly so You Can Build Wealth Slowly

Ken Coleman, a Ramsey personality, is a number one bestselling author of this book, which helps people find work they are passionate about. His new book, "Discovering or Finding the Work You're Wired to Do", was also mentioned and has a corresponding assessment.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey Personality is my co-host today. Number one best-selling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose and his new work, Discovering or Finding the Work You're Wired to Do, which comes with the Get Clear Assessment to help you figure out what your strengths are and where you need to head with your whole career and money-making endeavors.

Episode: When You Have Debt Your Money Is Not Really Yours

It was mentioned as a book that helps you figure out your path to making money and finding meaning. It was part of a $12 sale.

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including my book from paycheck to purpose going to help you figure out what your path is to making money and experiencing meaning.

Episode: Prepare For Your Future Instead of Paying For Your...

Ken Coleman gifted Daniel his book, Paycheck to Purpose, encouraging him to explore his career path further.

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I want to give you my get clear career assessment my book from paycheck to purpose is my gift

Episode: What’s My Next Right Step With Money?

Ken Coleman's book was mentioned in the podcast. It is about finding purpose in one's career.

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Ken Coleman, number one best selling author of the book, A Check to Purpose.

Episode: Anyone Can Set Themselves Up for Financial Freedom

This book was recommended as a field guide to help someone identify their ideal career path, using their talents and passions to produce meaningful results.

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I'm gonna give you those two resources because here's what you're trying to figure out. How can I use what I do best? That's your talent. To do work I love, you mentioned passion. That's what that is. To do work you really enjoy. To then produce a result that you care deeply about this is where meaningful work comes into play.

Episode: Quit Looking for a Shortcut!

It was mentioned as a number one best-selling book. No further details were given about the book's content or reception.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality, number one bestselling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose is my cohost today.

Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality number one best-selling author of the book from paycheck to purpose and host of the Ken Coleman podcast is my co-host today

Episode: You Can't Outrun Your Debt

Ken Coleman offered this book as a gift to help someone in their job search journey.

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And I'm going to give you the book From Paycheck to Purpose which will help you get there once you know what it is.

Episode: The Best Calls of the Year So Far (Part 4)

The book, "From Paycheck to Purpose", was recommended to help listeners find careers they are passionate about.

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I will send you a copy of Ken Coleman's book from paycheck to purpose

Episode: You’re Doing Better Than You Think!

It was given as a guide to help someone climb their chosen career mountain and was mentioned alongside a career assessment.

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I'm going to give you my Get Clear Career Assessment as my gift, an early Christmas gift for you and the book From Paycheck to Purpose.

Think of the assessment as a compass and the book as the guide to climb the mountain that you choose.

Episode: Overcoming Your Bad Financial Decisions

Ken Coleman promoted his book during a segment about finding meaningful work.

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From paycheck to purpose

pay check to purpose

Episode: Don’t Use a Math-Based Solution to a Behavior-Base...

Ken Coleman's book, Paycheck to Purpose, was mentioned as a number one bestselling book that focuses on career and finding work one is passionate about. It was also referenced in relation to a career assessment mentioned later in the podcast.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality, number one bestselling author of the book, Paycheck to Purpose

Episode: Hard Work Is the Key to Success

The book was positively mentioned by Dave Ramsey, who stated that he loved Ken Coleman's books and was glad to have him as a co-host.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey personality number one best selling author of the book, HX To Purpose and host of the Ken Coleman Show where he talks about career and jobs all day long.

Can Coleman Ramsey personality is my co host today in the lobby of Ramsey solutions we have a stage it's called the debt free stage if you stand on that stage you can only mean one thing well at least possibly could only mean one thing your debt free

Ramsey personality number one best selling author of from paycheck to purpose is my co-host today

Ken Coleman Ramsey personality number one best selling author of the book from paycheck to purpose talking about careers and jobs he's my sidekick today my co-host

Episode: One Year Of Sacrifice Changes Everything

It was mentioned as a book that would help the caller and her husband find careers they are passionate about.

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I will send you a copy of Ken Coleman's book from paycheck to purpose

Episode: When You Have No Debt You Have PEACE

It was recommended to William, a caller who felt he lacked purpose and direction in his career. The book was suggested as a tool for self-awareness to help him identify his talents and passions.

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I want you to read the book from paycheck to purpose.

Episode: Build Wealth Like a Crockpot, Not a Microwave!

Ken Coleman's book, Paycheck to Purpose, was mentioned; it was sent to a caller as a resource for finding a job they love and managing their career.

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We're going to send you Ken's book for paycheck to purpose.

I want you to go on his website and learn his oh no.

Episode: Think About 20 Years From Now, Not 20 Minutes From...

It was recommended to help the listener develop their next career after their current career ended due to injury. The book offers career assessments to help determine the best direction.

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I'm also going to send you his book from paycheck to purpose because I think what you've got here is not the end of the play I think you've got the second act.

Episode: What's the Best Way To Get Into Real Estate Invest...

It was mentioned in a segment promoting Ramsey Solutions' best-selling books.

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And you can get our bestselling books like The Total Money Makeover, From Paycheck to Purpose and Own Your Past, Change Your Future for as low as just $12.

Episode: Should We Wait for Interest Rates To Come Back Dow...

Ken Coleman's book, Paycheck to Purpose, was mentioned in the podcast as a #1 best-selling book that helps people find work they love and make money.

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Ken Coleman, Ramsey Personality, number one best selling author of the book Paycheck to Purpose

Episode: I’m Being Sued for $20,000 (Hour 3)

Ken Coleman's book, "Paycheck to Purpose," was mentioned as a number one bestselling book that helps people find purpose in their jobs and careers. It was discussed in the context of the host's expertise in career and job-related advice.

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Ken Coleman Ramsey personality is my co-host today. He is the host of the Ken Coleman show and author of the number one bestselling book from Paycheck to Purpose.

Episode: Use Your Money To Create a Life You Love

The caller Daniel was offered this book for free to help guide him in finding work that aligns with his purpose statement, after discussing his job search.

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I'm gonna give it to you for free and and from paycheck to purpose great I'll give you both for free today

Young and Profiting with Hala Taha

The title was presented as Ken's 2021 bestseller that outlines seven stages for climbing a professional mountain and aligning talent, passion, and mission.

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Your 2021 release. It was called Paycheck to Purpose, another best seller.

— Episode: Ken Coleman: Get Clear on Your Purpose,...

Episode: Ken Coleman: Get Clear on Your Purpose, Find the W...

The title was presented as Ken's 2021 bestseller that outlines seven stages for climbing a professional mountain and aligning talent, passion, and mission.

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Your 2021 release. It was called Paycheck to Purpose, another best seller.

Paycheck to Purpose was providing that seven stages of what it looks like to get on top of your professional mountain.

It was a bestseller, but we actually wrote this to get the assessment on Amazon.

The Kara Goldin Show

Dave Ramsey recommended Ken Coleman's book "Paycheck to Purpose" to help a caller find direction in their career after being unemployed for eight months.

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I'm going to send you Ken's two books, Paycheck to Purpose and Proximity Principle.

— Episode: You Might Also Like: The Ramsey Show

Episode: You Might Also Like: The Ramsey Show

Dave Ramsey recommended Ken Coleman's book "Paycheck to Purpose" to help a caller find direction in their career after being unemployed for eight months.

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I'm going to send you Ken's two books, Paycheck to Purpose and Proximity Principle.

The Dr. John Delony Show

The host repeatedly recommended the book as a practical inventory for listeners feeling stuck in their careers or seeking purpose, often sending copies and pairing it with a career assessment. John Delony suggested it would help callers clarify their passions, align work with community service, and plan next steps, while the author emphasized that work should be a contribution rather than just a paycheck. The show presented the title as a highly recommended guide for finding meaningful work.

Highly Recommended

Episode: My Husband Keeps Changing His Mind About Having Ki...

The book was recommended as a way for the caller to take stock of their life and career, to see if they were happy and fulfilled in their work.

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I'm also going to send you a copy of my friend Ken Coleman's book "Paycheck to Purpose"

So that book is asking yourself, it's an inventory, it's a path to a job. A place where you spend a lot of your day. Is this what I want to do? Is this the best way I can serve my community, help people down the road with business solutions and make a great living for myself?

Episode: My Husband’s Sexual Issues Are Ruining Our Marriag...

This book was recommended to the caller and her husband to read together as a way to help with their financial and career struggles.

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And I'm going to send you my friend Ken Coleman's book, Paycheck to Purpose. And I want you and your husband to read that together.

Episode: Is Work Life Balance a Real Thing?

This book, along with another by the same author, was recommended to a listener struggling with career changes and work-life balance. It was suggested as a tool for self-reflection and planning.

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I'm going to send you a copy of a paycheck to purpose his book and I want you to read through that and also send you his other book too.

Episode: I’m Chasing Success To Prove My Self-Worth

The podcast host recommended this book as a tool for self-reflection and career exploration, suggesting it could help the caller identify their true passions and desired career path.

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I'm gonna send you my buddy Ken Coleman's book, Paycheck to Purpose, where you can sit down and go, okay, I'm making a living, I'm doing this coding thing, what do I want to do?

Episode: Setting Boundaries While Working From Home

This book was suggested as a resource for creating a plan for either finding a job in a new city or running a small business.

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and I'm going to send you a woman's book from paycheck to purpose.

Episode: The US Mental Health Crisis Is Out of Control

This book and a career assessment were offered as gifts to help the caller find more purpose and enjoyment in their work.

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I'm going to give you my friend, Ken Coleman's book from Paycheck to Purpose. And I'm going to give you his career assessment too.

Episode: We've Outgrown our Friendships

The guest was sent this book, which offers seven steps to help determine what someone wants to do next in their life. It was recommended as a tool to help the caller gain clarity on their future.

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I'm going to send you my buddy, Ken Coleman's new book from Paycheck to Purpose. It's the Seven Steps on Getting Clear about what you want to do next.

Episode: Ken Coleman on Meaningful Work, Fatherhood, & Owni...

Ken Coleman discusses his new book, explaining that it challenges the idea that work is simply a means to an end, instead proposing that work is an opportunity for contribution and purpose in both relational and professional life. He explores how to find and achieve meaningful work.

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There is this dominant worldview that views work as this thing we do to live.

We're flipping it and we basically believe that you live to work.

I think it's really obvious that we all long to make a difference in the world.

all work can be and should be honorable.

It's about working to contribute. That's about everybody else.

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