Our Story
Life On Purpose Detroit was founded by Doris Hage, a minority business owner with a unique perspective on the needs of people in her community. Born to immigrant parents in low-income housing in a blue-collar city, Doris worked as a Career Advisor for over 15 years, helping open three Post-Secondary schools. Frustrated that if a student had a barrier, a fear, or a circumstance, no matter where they were placed in employment, they would be right back in the chair. She then researched what it meant to have a purpose, find oneself, and remove barriers. She discovered that cultivating life values and self-mastery can empower individuals to achieve their goals and become active community contributors. Doris saw the same success when she began working as a life coach and decided to implement it further into her initiatives. Partnering and working with the State of Michigan (Michigan Rehabilitation Services) and the City of Detroit (Grow Detroit’s Young Talent).
Empowering Through Purpose: The Life On Purpose Detroit Journey
Every student and teacher deserves to be treated with dignity irrespective of their cultural background, race, socioeconomic status, or identity. Our primary goal is to ensure every student has access to the resources and support needed to thrive, regardless of their zip code.
We address the inequities in the current educational system in the United States, particularly in Black, Latino, and low-income neighborhoods where children have limited access to quality education. We recognize that this requires a personalized approach that leverages technology to create interactive learning experiences that cater to each student’s unique learning style. That is why our team’s diversity is important, because of how important our role is to meet our students no matter where they are.
Self-Mastery starts with our team first! We leverage technology and self-mastery to improve student outcomes, and we are committed to working with local states and partners with the same vision to achieve this goal. Additionally, we focus on personal development and equity to ensure every student has access to the resources and support needed to succeed academically in a life-long capacity.
A LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR
Dear Partners and Students,
First and foremost, I want to welcome you to Life on Purpose Detroit! I am proud to witness our organization’s incredible growth and success through the pandemic.
I want to thank all our partners and students for working with us and believing in our mission. At Life on Purpose Detroit, we are dedicated to providing purpose-driven techniques to assist job seekers in finding a suitable career path for them. Our team of experienced and dedicated professionals is committed to helping our clients achieve their goals.
Right now, soft skills and character education are no longer a luxury. It is a necessity.
Our focus is on career readiness and job placement, mainly training youth ages 16 to 24. We understand that this is a critical time when they need guidance and support to make important decisions about their future. Through our personalized solutions, we help them navigate the process of self-discovery so that they can identify their strengths and passions and, ultimately, find fulfillment in their careers.
Our job preparation program is designed to equip job seekers with essential skills, such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking, to succeed in today’s competitive job market. We are passionate about what we do and take pride in the success of our clients.
At Life on Purpose Detroit, everyone deserves a chance to thrive in their careers. We are committed to empowering our clients to reach their full potential by providing them with the tools and resources they need to succeed.
If you are looking for a partner with us or in your career journey, Life on Purpose Detroit is here to help you achieve your goals. Our doors are always open, and we welcome you to join our community of successful job seekers.
Thank you for being a part of our journey and for your continued support. If you would like to Partner, please feel free to reach out.
Sincerely,
Doris Hage
CEO/Founder, Life on Purpose Detroit
