Everyone wishes for success in life, but not everyone succeeds. If you are reading this while struggling to find a breakthrough in your life, you're in the right place. Contrary to the opening statement of this blog, you're not going to leave with doom and gloom but, instead, a sense of hope as you walk toward your destination.
The blueprint for success is often misunderstood. How often have you faltered in your attempts to replicate every move your idol made on their path to success?
Each unique goal has its own unique path. Let's help you find yours.
Explore Within
The first step isn't eyeing the destination but taking a long look at yourself. Before embarking on any ambitious expedition, we must know our strengths and weaknesses. And most importantly, we must be aware of what we're most passionate about.
The Founder of the multi-billion-dollar company, Apple Inc. Steve Jobs once said,
"Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow know what you truly want to become."
In order to be successful, you must dedicate rigorous hours and, likely, your whole life to an idea. This is a rather daunting proposition. The "heart and intuition" Jobs refers to here piques our interest, for this is the first checkpoint in the path to success. Is there something you'd love to do for the rest of your life without any monetary gain? Most likely, that is what you're passionate about. Spend time with yourself and cultivate self-awareness to find the answers.
Eyes on the Road
While driving, if you're more concerned about how much shinier every car is around you, you will be involved in an ugly crash. Repeat, "Eyes on the road." On your path to success, it is easy to get disheartened looking at your competition, perhaps a colleague who got the promotion, your best friend who got the scholarship, and drown in self-loathing and pity. Watching their progress may cause you to abandon the ship. Remember, not every path is the same. The only competition you are in is with your own self. Focus more on perfecting your craft, and you shall see results.
Toward Self-Leadership
What do all the successful names in the world have in common? They were leaders.
Leadership isn't an ability you are born with; it is something you must learn and earn. The mark of a successful person is someone willing to take accountability for their own life.
The path ahead will be met with many obstacles, each unique and more challenging than the last. So what do we do? We prioritize working toward becoming a self-leader, guiding ourselves out of the predicament. Sure, there will be times when you will falter, but, like a good leader, it's up to you to convert the negatives into positives. It's all about cultivating an environment that nourishes you into being the best version of yourself you can possibly be.
Don't be passive with your life. Instead, forge your path toward success.
And, if you need inspiration, author Robert Henry helps guide you from rock bottom to prosperity. Having built a successful career in real estate, Robert delves deep into the intricacies of unlocking the greatness that lies within, cultivating self-leadership. After making some wrong decisions, Robert has now learned the importance of having a positive mindset and building a support network.
Grab a copy of Unleashing Your Own Potential: The Self-Leadership Journey from Rock Bottom to Prosperity (And Beyond), and let this book be your personal coach.
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