Ifeoma Chuks-Adizue 
You prayed for this job.
You worked hard for this seat.
…and now, you’re in the room.
But something in your heart still whispers: “There’s MORE.”
Not because you’re ungrateful.
Not because the job isn’t meaningful.
But because the assignment God placed on your life is bigger than the role you currently occupy.
Let me break it down.
When God planted you in that workplace, it wasn’t just for a paycheck. It was a divine placement – to learn, to lead, to stretch and to shine.
But too often, we confuse the platform with the purpose. We think the title is the destination. We chase promotions but ignore promptings. We work to impress but forget to impact.
Here’s the truth – You weren’t sent to earth to fill a position. You were sent to fulfill a purpose. And yes, you can do this while still excelling in your 9–5.
Here are three steps to start birthing God’s purpose for your life without sacrificing your career or peace.
Step 1: Decode Your Purpose DNA
You weren’t created randomly. There’s a divine blueprint inside you. To decode it, reflect on these four questions:
What breaks your heart and compels you to act? Your burden often points to your assignment. Don’t dismiss it…lean in.
What do people consistently seek your help with? What wisdom or encouragement are you thanked for again and again?
If time, money, or fear weren’t factors, what would you be doing? Your true desires are not distractions…they’re divine clues.
What have you survived and how can it serve others? God never wastes pain. Your scars might be someone else’s survival guide.
Look across your answers. Is there a common thread? A recurring theme? That just might be your “MORE” – your divine assignment for this season.
Step 2: Distill the Assignment
Once you’ve decoded the patterns, it’s time to clarify the assignment. Ask yourself:
What is the message or solution I carry?
Who is it meant to serve?
How can I share it in a way they’ll understand and in a way that multiplies impact?
For example:
If you’ve overcome imposter syndrome and helped others do the same, this could become a mentorship circle, a mini-course or a keynote.
If you’ve built a system to lead teams well as a working mom, that might be your first book, playbook or coaching programme.
Your story and experiences are not random. They’re tools God intends to use.
Step 3: Design a Structure for Impact
Clarity without structure won’t last. Once you know your assignment, build a system to sustain it:
Block time: Dedicate your most productive hour outside regular work hours each day (or week) to your “MORE.” Even one hour can compound into impact.
Build support: Don’t do it alone. A coach, assistant and/or tribe can help you move faster.
Start small but start smart: You don’t need a huge audience. You need structure, service and consistency.
Last but not the least…
Dear Career Woman, you don’t have to choose between job and joy.
You don’t have to trade a Promotion for Purpose. You don’t have to sacrifice your home to build your higher calling.
You were called to BUILD, to BLESS lives and to BIRTH God’s vision through your life….
And as long as He sent you, you can do this whilst still showing up fully in the workplace and at home.
That is the purpose of this column: to help Career women of African descent who desire MORE to identify, unlock, and unleash their God-given potential within and beyond the workplace.
It’s your time.
The world is watching.
But most importantly, Heaven is counting on you
Not to impress… but to steward everything you’ve been given.
Not to play small… but to transform lives and shape the Africa we dream of.
Ifeoma Chuks-Adizue, fondly known as Iphie, is a seasoned professional with a rare mix of experience in brand management, sales, media and over 20 years’ experience building global brands across Africa. Iphie is the Managing Director Africa at Global Citizen – an international advocacy organisation focused on ending extreme poverty now. She is the author of two books – The Uncommon Woman and Made for More, and is Founding President of the Uncommon Woman Movement.