The Power of Purpose: Why Being in Service to Others Is the Most Fulfilling Work You Can Do
At One World Cover, we spend our days solving insurance problems. Our stated and published company’s purpose is:
To help our clients build world-class employee benefits programs, that renew with predictable and sustainable pricing, delivered with empathy, warmth and care.
And that is exactly what we do, each and every day.
But quite honestly, that’s not really what drives us. What keeps us motivated, year after year, is a deeper sense of purpose: being in service to others. Supporting international organizations, international schools, globally mobile employees and expats isn’t just our business – it’s our way of helping people live healthier, more secure lives.
And the truth is, being in service to others changes you. It’s not just about doing the right thing – it gives your work meaning. It creates resilience. And it brings a sense of connection that no spreadsheet comparison of benefits or Zoom call ever could (though we love those too!).
Why Service Brings Purpose
Across cultures and centuries, the people who report the highest levels of life satisfaction tend to have one thing in common: they devote time, energy, or expertise to helping others.
Science backs this up. Studies from the Greater Good Science Center show that people who see their work as a form of service report greater job satisfaction, lower burnout, and stronger emotional well-being. Even in high-pressure environments, those who are purpose-driven are more likely to bounce back after setbacks and stay committed through difficult times.
Meaning Beyond the Transaction
Every time we help one of our clients avoid a major premium hike, or ensure that a staff member gets access to life-saving treatment without financial stress, it’s not just a “win” – it’s a reminder of why we do what we do. We’re not here to ‘sell insurance’. We’re here to help companies care for their staff, so those staff can build for the next generation. That’s the ripple effect of service.
And the impact isn’t limited to global causes or healthcare. Research published in the Journal of Positive Psychology found that people who regularly perform small acts of service – even holding opening a door or helping a friend – experience a stronger sense of meaning in their everyday lives. Service doesn’t have to be grand to be transformative.
Serving Others Is Good for Your Health
Working in a field like international health insurance can be complex, frustrating, and full of challenges – especially when regulations, rising costs, or emergencies get in the way. But knowing that we’re helping real people, keeps us going.
Purpose doesn’t just improve emotional wellbeing – it has tangible physical benefits. Research by the Harvard School of Public Health shows that people who report a strong sense of purpose live longer, have lower rates of chronic disease, and are less likely to suffer from depression. Simply put: when we focus on others, our own wellbeing improves.
It’s part of why so many health insurance plans today include mental health support, volunteer leave, and employee assistance programs. These aren’t just “nice to have” benefits – they help people find meaning in what they do, which supports their overall wellbeing.
What It Means for Us
At One World Cover, being in service to others means:
- Helping a business leader make sense of a confusing renewal.
- Guiding an HR team through a tricky claim.
- Supporting an expat on the other side of the world when they need surgery, fast.
These aren’t just tasks. They’re moments that matter – and we’re proud to be part of them.
We also know we’re not alone. Our clients are also in service roles. They care deeply about people. That’s why they choose to work with us.
Purpose Can Be Found Anywhere
You don’t need to work for a non-profit or teach in a classroom to live with purpose. You just need to connect your daily work to something bigger than yourself. That might be supporting a team. Creating peace of mind. Removing obstacles. Or simply making someone else’s life easier.
If your work helps someone else thrive, then you are already living in service. And if you can feel good at the end of the day knowing you helped – even in a small way – that’s purpose.
Want to work with a partner who shares your values? At One World Cover, we believe service isn’t just an ideal – it’s how we operate. We exist to support our clients, their families and their communities, because that’s what gives our work meaning. If you’re looking for a broker who sees the bigger picture, get in touch.
To learn more please get in touch: [email protected] or click here to contact us.
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目标的力量：为什么服务他人是最有成就感的工作
在 OWC，我们每天都在解决保险相关的问题。我们公司公开声明的目标是：
帮助客户建立世界一流的员工福利计划，以可预测、可持续的价格续保，并以同理心、温暖和关怀的方式提供服务。
这正是我们每天在做的事情。
但说实话，真正激励我们的，并不仅仅是这些。让我们年复一年保持动力的，是一种更深层次的目标感：为他人服务。支持国际组织、国际学校、全球流动员工和外派人员不仅仅是我们的业务——这是我们帮助人们过上更健康、更有保障生活的方式。
事实是，为他人服务会改变你。这不仅仅是“做正确的事情”——它赋予了工作意义，带来了韧性，也建立了人与人之间的连接，这种连接是任何福利对比表或 Zoom 会议都无法取代的（尽管我们也喜欢这些！）。
为什么服务能带来目标感
跨越文化与时代，那些报告生活满意度最高的人往往有一个共同点：他们把时间、精力或专业知识投入到帮助他人中。
科学研究也支持这一点。根据加州大学伯克利分校《Greater Good Science Center》的研究，那些将工作视为服务的人报告了更高的工作满意度、更低的倦怠感，以及更强的情绪健康水平。即使在高压环境下，有明确目标驱动的人也更容易从挫折中恢复，并在困难时期保持投入。
意义超越交易本身
每当我们帮助客户避免一场保费大幅上涨，或确保一位员工在没有经济压力的情况下接受挽救生命的治疗时，这不仅仅是一次“胜利”——而是提醒我们：这就是我们工作的意义所在。我们不是在“卖保险”。我们是在帮助企业关爱员工，而这些员工正在建设下一代。这就是服务带来的涟漪效应。
这种影响也不限于全球事业或医疗健康。发表在《积极心理学期刊》的研究发现，那些经常进行小规模服务行为的人——比如为他人开门、帮助朋友等——在日常生活中感受到更强的意义。服务不需要宏大，同样可以带来深远的转变。
服务他人对健康有益
在国际健康保险领域工作充满复杂性、挑战和时常令人沮丧的局面——尤其当监管变化、成本上升或突发事件出现时更是如此。但知道自己正在真正帮助他人，这就是我们持续前行的动力。
目标感不仅提升情绪健康，也带来实际的身体益处。哈佛大学公共卫生学院的研究显示，拥有强烈目标感的人寿命更长，慢性疾病发生率更低，抑郁倾向也更少。简单地说：当我们关注他人时，我们自己的健康也会随之改善。
这也是为什么如今很多健康保险计划都包含心理健康支持、志愿者假期和员工援助计划的原因。这些福利不仅仅是“锦上添花”——它们帮助人们在工作中找到意义，从而提升整体幸福感。
对我们来说意味着什么
在 OWC，为他人服务意味着：
- 帮助企业负责人理解复杂的续保条款；
- 指导 HR 团队处理棘手的理赔问题；
- 当一位外派员工在地球另一端急需手术时，我们为其提供快速支持。
这些不仅仅是日常任务——而是值得铭记的重要时刻，我们也为能够参与其中而感到自豪。
我们也明白，我们并不孤单。我们的客户本身也在服务岗位上。他们关心他人，这也是他们选择与我们合作的原因。
目标无处不在
你不需要在非营利机构工作或站在讲台上授课才能拥有目标感。你只需要将每日工作与你内心更大的使命联系起来。这可能是支持一个团队，带来安心，移除障碍，或者只是让别人的生活轻松一点。
如果你的工作能够帮助他人更好地生活，那么你已经在服务他人了。如果你能在一天结束时因为帮助过某人而感到安心，那就是目标的体现。
想要与一个与你有共同价值观的合作伙伴一起工作吗？在 OWC，我们认为服务他人不仅是一种理想，而是我们的工作方式。我们存在的意义，就是支持客户、他们的家庭和社区——因为这才赋予我们的工作真正的价值。如果你正在寻找一个能看清全局的保险顾问，欢迎与我们联系。
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