6 Simple Steps To Success In Life

Success means different things to different people. For some it is having A-list blog, for others it is marrying a millionaire or writing a bestseller.

Defining what success is for you is important. You will most probably need Q&A session with yourself for that.

When it gets crystal clear you know what your goals are and where you want to be. That’s very good.

But what happens next?

How many times have you decided to become someone, to change something, to achieve, to create, to do …?

And how many times you actually changed, achieved, created, etc… ?

And why is that?

Most probably because we did not do what it takes to succeed? Most probably it’s because we never gave our decision a chance to come to live.

When I looked back at my modest list of personal achievements I found out that the way to those achievements took the same 6 small steps.

Let me share them with you and maybe reaching success will not seem unrealistic dream anymore.

1. Start
Someday… soon… in the future… in x days or weeks or months… later… these are the usual phrases we all hide behind.

Procrastination and laziness keep us from making the first steps and we put things for ”later”.

”Later” is a very dangerous term because it has tendency of transforming into ‘‘never’’.

As a result we all have goals we never reach because we never get to the point to start.

Remember – journey starts with the first step.

So take that first step, start now.

You may as well announce about it to make sure that you feel accountable.

2. Focus
“If there are 9 rabbits on the ground, if you want to catch one, just focus on one.”
Jack Ma

There are many people fighting for your attention. There are many distractions getting on your way.

Your goal may need some sacrifices and prioritizing. You will need to give up some things or at least postpone them for later.

Focus on the most important at the moment – i.e. reaching your goal. Allocate time and effort on things, which will get you closer to the desired result.

And proceed one goal at a time, otherwise you risk having mediocre results at the end.

3. Believe
You have to believe that you will succeed all along. You need to have the true faith that your success is a matter of time.

Collect all your doubts, wrap them up and put them aside. Diminish their role and don’t let them influence your decisions and actions.

Reduce the time you spend with people who discourage you to the possible minimum.

Communicate with those, who encourage, support and believe in your success as much (or even more) as you do.

Read inspirational blog posts, books and true success stories. If others can – you can too.

As Robin Sharma points out – Your ”I Can” is more important than your IQ.

4. Keep going
Things will not work out immediately but don’t get discouraged and give up too soon. The most important one of the steps to success is to keep going forward.

Getting even millimeter closer to your goal today from where you were yesterday is already an achievement.





5. Celebrate small victories
Most probably you will not reach your goal overnight, but you will reach different small milestones in-between.

Celebrate those small victories, because they are the counter arguments to your doubts and insecurities.

With each small victory you get closer to your big goal and each small victory is equally important in getting where you want to be.

You deserve a treat and a small break after each one of them.

After all, success in life is not to be celebrated on your deathbed or read out on a eulogy, is it?. It is all about the journey.

6. Look back and say thank you
Great! You are finally there! You got where you wanted to be.

Now what?

Now look back and you will see that there were many people who helped you out along the way. Get back to all of them and thank for their help, support, advice and encouragement!

It will not take huge amount of time or effort, but it will mean a hell lot to them.

These are 6 simple steps to success in life. Each one is simple on its own. Yet surprisingly, taking these simple steps will definitely get you there.

That’s all for now. Wish you success, whatever it may mean to you.

Please feel free to share your recipe for success with us.

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Since upgrading myself to Managerial positions, I'm always on the lookout for books that help me improve myself. Books that guide me on how to manage people, work and even life. One great book which I still read and use its methods is The One Minute Manager. Its one of the reading material that I recommend to any of my employee that is going to be a manager. When I was working for a hotel chain, they used the Sun Tzu's Art of War in their managerial skills. Did some research on the Art of War to improve my leadership skills. And I have been using it in my life and work till now. Here are some ways in which I use the art of war. I will add some as I go along. Hope my interpretation of this ancient methods will help others in managing life and work.

The Legend of the Art of War

Understanding Sun Tzu on the Art of War

The legend goes that Sun Tzu was born into minor nobility in what is now Shandong, a part of China north of Shanghai. He wrote a military treatise in order to get noticed and hired by royalty. He wrote a 13 chapter called The Art of War. The Art of War is a philosophy of war for managing conflicts and winning battles. The book is not only popular among military theorists, but it has also become increasingly popular among political leaders and those in business management. Despite its title, The Art of War, The Art of War teaches you to win without fighting.

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Inspirational Words: 3 Life Lessons We Can Learn From Cars

By Deanna Mascle

I have a 6-year-old boy so the movie "Cars" has been a big hit in our house. He saw the movie in the theater and we have all watched it several times since it came out on DVD. I have come full circle in my appreciation of the movie. The first time I wanted to see it because he had enjoyed it so much. Then repeated viewings got on my nerves. However now I have come to appreciate the important life lessons my son -- and I -- can learn from this family-friendly movie. Even if you do not have a child who wants to see the movie, I suggest you check it soon to see what you can take away from the experience.

The single most important lesson that we can take away from "Cars" is the importance of teamwork. The main character learns an important lesson that is easily understood by children that no one can succeed alone. Lightning McQueen learns that not only do we need friends in our times of need but that we gain from helping others as well. By the end of the movie, he fully appreciates the value of friendship in living a happier and more fulfilled life. We can all benefit from learning how to be a good friend.

When the movie opens, Lightning McQueen is a winner and he considers winning the most important (if not the only important) focus of his life. Obviously, this holds true for much of what our society and culture teaches children (directly and indirectly) when we know as mature adults that winning is not everything. Lightning learns that there are many things more wonderful in life than winning. By the end of the movie, while he still wants to be a winner he is a much happier person because he has other ways to measure himself a success.

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The Wealthy Barber

Everyone's Commonsense Guide to Becoming Financially Independent I found out about this book in the many forums I subscribe to. Everyone seems to have good reviews about this book. It's similar to The Richest Man in Babylon. Its financial planning book comes in a story form and also is not a get rich quick book.

The Wealthy Barber: The Common Sense Guide to Successful Financial Planning

Chapter 1. The Financial Illiterate The story starts with the writer telling about his life and wife who is five months pregnant. He and his wife are from the same town. They often go back there to visit their parents. This time he goes back to visit his father to ask how he can be financial literate. So the story begins on his journey to be financial free. Chapter 2. A Surprising Referral One Friday night the author and his father discuss on the topic of financial literates. As a family they have never discussed about money. As the author wanted to buy a house and a baby was on the way, he felt that it was about time to be financial free. His dad told him that he too didn't know about personal financing until six years ago. He then tells how he found an unlikely financial guru. The town's barber. After his father explains how his barber taught him about personal financing, the author tells his sister about it. 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So now I am looking in other venues for my money like mutual funds. Chapter 7. Home, Sweet Home As Dave was planning to purchase a house for him and his family, Roy the Wealthy Barber changes the lesson plan to the topic of purchasing or renting a house. Roy says both is not wrong, you need to see your requirement. Everyone needs shelter same as they need food and drinks. But if it cheaper to rent than why burden yourself with buying. Roy then teaches his protégé how to evaluate whether they should buy or rent their shelter. He then teaches Dave some tips on buying a house. The tips are to buy a house that suits your needs and wants and should also fill the requirement of a good investment. Chapter 8. Saving Savvy This month Roy teaches them about savings. Not the monthly 10% but saving for things like a new hi fi, holidays. People nowadays enjoys those things by maxing out their credit card by buying the things. I am guilty of that. 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People That will Inspire You- Against all Odds

We all need heroes, someone to look up to. The people who you choose as heroes,mentors or idol(whatever you may call them) are a reflection of who you are or who you want to be. So choose people who add true value to your life. When I was young my heroes were the firemen, nowadays they are people who have succeeded inspite of difficulties. Someone who have become successful like Bill Gates, Walt Disney, Donald Trump and many more. I don`t admire movie stars, sports stars or celebrities. Reason being these people will normally disappoint or distress us when they fall from grace. People like Tyson, Tiger Woods and even Lohan are bad influence to youngsters today.
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Lim Goh Tong

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