Life is short. Make the
most of it.
What does it take to be
successful in life? There's no simple answer, but history has shown that there
are practices that can maximize your chances of a productive, happy life. Some of
these ‘success tips of life’ as given by some of the successful individuals are
given here under.
Justin Freeman, who works for
Missouri State University's public safety division and is a former pastor and
cop, advises:
1.
Realize that people don't care as much as you think they might.
Most people won't notice
that you bought a new car or got a promotion, and you shouldn't be basing your
happiness on their judgments anyway. On the flip side, if they're showering you
with attention, don't let it go to your head.
2.
The people who truly care about you aren't interested in your accomplishments
and possessions; they're interested in you.
It's called love, and
you'll know when someone congratulating you on your new job is jealous or truly
happy for you. When you find people who love you, do everything you can to hold
onto them, because they'll be your foundation.
3.
Arranging your life around money won't make you happy.
Focus on your passion,
not your paycheck. Freeman says he knew a man who spent his career amassing
six figures in savings, but died of cancer before he could even touch it.
4.
Debt is not a necessary burden of adulthood.
If you're making an
investment in your career by going to school, then your student debt is
something you'll need to manage. But just because it's become normative, do not
consider debt a rite of passage into adulthood. It can present a dangerous
imbalance of your finances.
5.
Rhetoric is powerful.
Figure out what elicits
certain responses from people, and you'll be better able to influence others.
"When you know how to speak in order to change someone's mind, to instill
confidence in someone, to quiet the fears of a child, then you will know this
power firsthand," writes Freeman.
6.
You have a responsibility to everyone and a responsibility for only
yourself.
Freeman thinks that by
merely existing we have a responsibility to recognize the humanity in everyone
and offer help to those in need. Ultimately, however, you have control over
only yourself, and it's on to you to find success and happiness.
7.
Prepare for the unexpected.
Do all that you can to
understand the way things work, whether it be how your company functions or how
your government is operating. But understand that no amount of knowledge can
prepare you for chaos that will inevitably hit you throughout your life. Always
have a Plan B.
8.
You can't let others define you.
While humans are built to
be part of communities, don't let other people or ideologies tell you who you
are.
9.
You must always go beyond what is required.
To become successful,
outperform the other guy. And when you're at the top, compete with yourself.
10.
Self-awareness is endlessly valuable.
If you can see yourself the
way others see you, you will be able to work with and get along with others
more easily.
11.
Biases affect everything you do.
Your worldview works its
way into every decision you make. If you know your biases, you can minimize
acting selfishly and do what is right for the situation.
12.
Living in the present will keep you focused.
Accept that the past can't
be changed, and make the most of what's in front of you.
13.
People who are very different from you can enrich your life.
Surrounding yourself with
like-minded people can limit your creativity, but if you seek out new
perspectives, you grow faster and learn more.
14.
Travel. Travel more.
Not only will being exposed
to other ways of living give you a new perspective on life, it will take your
brain off autopilot and allow you to return to work refreshed.
15.
It's important to keep taking risks until you find your passion.
If you haven't found a job
that makes you happy, don't settle.
16.
You must take care of your health.
You can't focus on your
career if you're continually set back by indulging your vices or ignoring health
problems.
17.
Your reputation must be protected.
Guard your reputation with
all that you have. Make habits of being honest, reliable, and kind, and others
will notice.
18.
Emotions should not guide decision-making.
A knee-jerk reaction
influenced by anger or panic can destroy a lifetime of work in one moment. Wait
until you are calm before making a big decision.
19.
Forgive others and yourself.
Strangers and loved ones
alike will hurt and disappoint you. React accordingly, but do not hold grudges.
It takes a tremendous amount of energy to fuel hatred.
20.
Seek a greater purpose.
You live in a world much
bigger than yourself. Figure out how you'd like to give back.
21.
Life is short.
Use a sense of urgency to
make the most of your time.
22.
There's a lot you don't know.
If there's a task you can
delegate to someone better suited for it, then do it. If there's a discussion
about something you're not sufficiently knowledgeable about, resist the urge to
jump in.
23.
You need to be honest with yourself.
If you're going to grow as
a person, it's important to see unpleasant things for what they are.
24.
Happiness is a choice.
Your attitude is a
decision. Choosing to be happy and optimistic, regardless of the situation,
yields more success than negativity.
25. Confidence
will take you places.
When you believe in
yourself, others tend to believe what you have to say.
26.
Everyone is afraid.
Realise that everyone is
afraid of failing. The successful ones know how to accept their fears and keep
anxiety from restraining them.
27.
Everyone hurts.
That's why it's important
to be kind to everyone. Even a small gesture of kindness can have a big impact.
28.
Nothing is perfect.
Unlike in the movies, the
good guys don't always win. Appreciate what you have, and you'll be stronger
and happier because of it.
29.
You can learn from the countless successes before you.
It's good to have heroes.
Borrow liberally from their advice, and you will find what works for you.
30.
Luck is the most elusive aspect of success.
It can be easy to give up
when you're talented and work hard but aren't getting a break. Remember that
you find good fortune by constantly moving forward.
~ Richard
Feloni
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