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THIS IS THE THING

So many people—no matter how accomplished they are—get to a point in life where they feel like something is missing. They don’t feel fulfilled; they’re just going through the motions. Or maybe they are unsettled and in search of some wisdom, some meaning, and ultimately, some joy.

In This Is the Thing: About Life, Joy, and Owning Your Purpose, Shane takes a deep dive into the answers that elude us to get at the heart of both why and how we can find purpose and experience joy. Chapter by chapter, he offers experience, intuition, perspective, and reflection on specific slices of life, leaving the reader with gems that illuminate an actionable path to fulfillment.

What Readers are Saying

“Shane’s powerful book addresses the most profound questions in our lives in a clear, approachable way. Read this book to improve the purpose and direction of your life.”

Frank Blake

This Is The Thing Review #1

Former CEO of The Home Depot

“Shane Jackson’s book will show you the essence of personal purpose. Don’t miss this instruction manual for living your best life.”

Cheryl Bachelder

Lead director of Chick-fil-A, Inc.; former CEO of Popeyes, Louisiana Kitchen, Inc.; author of Dare to Serve

This Is The Thing Review #2

This Is the Thing is an inspirational roadmap for intentionally recognizing and acting upon what you want your life to be.”

Tom Price, MD

This Is The Thing Review #3

23rd US Secretary of Health and Human Services

“I defy you to leave this book without a plan for how you will start to truly ‘own’ your purpose. It’s a must read!”

Alex Weber

This Is The Thing Review #4

American Ninja Warrior, international keynote speaker, and award-winning entertainer

“We’re tempted to pursue happiness as if it were a destination, but it is a result. Of what? Read This Is the Thing, and you’ll find out.”

Andy Stanley

Best-selling author; host, Your Move with Andy Stanley; and pastor, North Point Ministries

This Is The Thing Review #5

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Also From Shane:

FOSTERING CULTURE

Fostering Culture: A Leader’s Guide to Purposefully Shaping Culture, Shane’s debut book, was inspired by a question he once faced on how to maintain the unique workplace culture that has profoundly influenced the success of Jackson Healthcare, the company he leads.

The book articulates the principles and shares universal lessons he uncovered- from what drives the culture of any group, to the specific values and beliefs that fuel the enduring culture of Jackson Healthcare. Originally written as a resource to guide the company’s leaders, it offers valuable insights applicable to professionals across industries who seek to build, nurture and sustain strong workplace cultures.

The Second Edition of the book, released in 2024, features a new preface and expanded insights. Available in paperback.

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