I have been fortunate to
learn from amazingly successful, professionals and entrepreneurs in
my work. I have come to conclude that “success” is simply achieving what
matters most to you, not just objective measure of outer wealth, accomplishment
or achievement.
I have
taken close observation on how successful people think, interrelate, and react
to problem solving. They live absolutely on their terms and are really enjoying
life to the fullness. I have applied these simple principles to my life, and it
is tremendously working. The secret is simple: Successful people not only
engage in life-supporting behaviors, but also avoid certain negative actions
and mind-set that may lead to self-limiting behavior. Below are the
life-supporting behaviors that successful people continuously engage in during
times of recession:
(1) Engaging in “Above the line” thinking pattern
Success oriented people never believed that anything
happens outside of their control, hence they do not blame the
civil authority, the economy, their boss, their spouse, etc, on what is
happening to them. They are prepared for times of recession. They keep calm and
are determined that the bad times will be over. They stand by their duty and
stick at it; they say to themselves, “I clearly see the obstacles ahead, and
I’m addressing them with open eyes. I’m accountable for my life and my
career, and I have what it takes to navigate through this successfully.
If I fail, I’ll still wake up tomorrow exactly who I am, and will have learned
something critical.”
(2) Engaging in outcomes that flow organically from their current cause of action
Because they have plans ahead, they do not engage in
fantastical wishful thinking by dwelling on their comfort zone hoping that good
things will eventually fall on their path. Nothing happens by chance as they
do not concern themselves on the "end to the means", but rather are concerned
about the "means to the end". They do not relax on their comfort zone over obvious
success, but also work harder to sustain their good sense of well-being.
(3) Engaging in confronting their challenges head on
They do not deliberately torture
themselves by giving in to depression, but rather find courageous means
of breaking their challenges into fractions and digestible steps to solving the
problems step by step until they achieve their set goals. They try as much as
they can to be contempt with their limited resources and avoid distractions
from people who are more privileged and boastful with their achievements to
enable them keep a cheerful spirit and good apatite. They do not wait to bring up concerns – they tackle challenges head on, speaking about them
openly, with calm, poise and grace. They don’t hide from their problems and they do not perceive themselves as helpless victims.
(4) Engaging in being always in control of power
There are misconceptions that "continuous power" intoxicates; the truth is that "controlled power" can never be intoxicating. Successful people
are ever in touch with their inner powers and never afraid they are going to
lose it or express themselves. They advocate and negotiate strongly for
themselves and for others, and for what they care about, and do not shy away
from articulating just how they stand apart from the competition. They
know how they contribute uniquely and the value they bring to the table.
(5) Engaging in investing in themselves
Successful people are always looking for avenue to invest
in themselves. They spend time and money going for self-developing programs,
seminars, and workshops because they know (without doubt) it will pay off – for
themselves and everyone around them.
(6) Engaging in improvising ways in changing tides
Every change comes with challenges and need to be overcome. What we resist persist. You do not fight corruption by fighting people, but
rather by leaving a sincere life of integrity and ingenuity. Every difficult situation has grey areas, by improvising best practices that would keep one
safe from the flowing tides. Those who are unsuccessful bemoan what is appearing
before them, with fear cut corners to keep safe. It is
advisable to keep calm and not run in emergency situations in order to know where danger is coming
from. Cowards die many times before their time.
(7) Engaging in protecting their limitations over others
Successful people know what matters most to
them – their priorities, values, concerns, and their mission and purpose.
They do not float aimlessly on a sea of possibility – they are masters of their
own ship and know where they want to head, and make bold moves in the direction
of their dreams. To do this, they are very clear about their top
priorities in life and work, and would not be waylaid by the priorities and values
of others. In short, they have very well-defined boundaries, and know
where they end and others begin. They say “no” to endeavors and behaviors
(and thinking) that will push them off track. They know what they want to
create and the legacy they want to leave behind in this lifetime, and honor that
each day.
(8) Engaging in confidence and strength of abilities
Successful professionals believe in themselves
without fail and see themselves as actors rather than individuals. Sure, they
acknowledge they have “power gaps” or blind spots, and areas that need deep
development, and they try to play the best part of their lives within their
limitations. They forgive themselves for what they do not know and the
mistakes they have made, and accept themselves. They keep going with hope
and optimism, knowing that the lessons from their missteps will serve them well
in the future.
(9) Engaging in willingness to give as to receive
Successful professionals
(and those destined to be) understand that they have something important and
valuable to offer in any situation and are willing and happy to share or barter
that in return for what they want, and they treat others exactly as they would
like to be treated. In a nutshell, the try to find out what they want, and they are ready to pay the price to get it. Successful professionals are respectful, resourceful,
curious, competent, tenacious, and they figure out how to get the help they
need without asking for handouts. It means that they do not expect
something for nothing. They treat others equitably and fairly and know
they deserve the same. Successful professionals realize that if they are not
willing to pay for products and services they want, then others will be willing
to pay them (yes, it works like karma). They also know that their success is
directly proportionate to the effort they put in. Most of all, they
understand there are no short cuts or easy answers on the road to success.
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