Find your Passion Project Inside or Outside the Military with Jason Anderson
Mar 19, 2025
Have you ever felt like there’s something more you’re meant to do something beyond your job, beyond your daily responsibilities? Maybe it’s a creative pursuit, a side business, or a cause you deeply care about. Whether you’re active duty, a veteran, or simply looking for more fulfillment in your life, passion projects can be the key to unlocking purpose and impact in a way that your traditional career might not.
In this episode of Leading with Heart, I sit down with Jason Anderson, an Army veteran who has built his own meaningful passion project while navigating military service and beyond. We talk about why passion projects matter, how to get started, and what they can do for your long-term happiness and success.
Why Passion Projects Matter
A passion project isn’t just a hobby it’s something that gives you energy, fuels your creativity, and allows you to make an impact in ways that feel deeply personal to you. For many in the military, work can feel all-consuming. Having something outside of your career that you’re excited about can bring balance, personal growth, and even new career opportunities.
Some of the key benefits of a passion project include:
- A creative outlet – A way to express yourself outside of work
- A sense of purpose – Doing something that aligns with your value
- An opportunity for growth – Developing new skills that might even open up future career paths
How to Identify Your Passion Project
If you’re not sure where to start, Jason and I discuss a few key questions to help you find the right project for you:
What excites you? Think about what topics or activities make you lose track of time.
What skills do you already have? You might already have strengths that could form the foundation of a passion project.
What impact do you want to make? Passion projects often align with a greater purpose whether it's helping others, creating something new, or making a difference in your community.
Building Something Sustainable
A passion project doesn’t have to be a full-time commitment, but if you want to build it into something bigger, Jason shares strategies for staying consistent, managing time, and overcoming obstacles along the way. Whether it’s a small side hustle, a nonprofit initiative, or just something you love doing in your free time, the key is to start and see where it leads.
Ready to Dive In?
If you’re looking for more fulfillment and purpose, this episode is for you. Listen now to hear Jason’s insights, personal experiences, and advice on turning your passion into something meaningful.
If you want to chat more about this topic, I would love to continue this conversation with you, over on Instagram, or in my Facebook community!
RESOURCES:
Connect with Jason Anderson:
https://www.instagram.com/veteranpcs
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https://www.youtube.com/@VeteranPCS
https://www.tiktok.com/@veteranpcs
Join the Strong and Resilient Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/336774597179247
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