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positive thinking thought #30

A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS Success is like baking a cake. Unless you have just the right recipe, it is not going to work. The ingredients must...

A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

Success is like baking a cake. Unless you have just the right recipe, it is not going to work. The ingredients must be of the finest quality and in the right proportions. You can't overtake it or under-cook it. Once you have the right recipe and with practice and the occasional disaster, it becomes a lot easier.
What is the difference between persistence and obstinacy? The difference is that persistence represents a strong will and obstinacy represents a strong won't. You have the recipe. To use it is your choice.

A CRASH COURSE FOR SUCCESS

• Play to win and not to lose.
• Learn from other people's mistakes.
• Associate with people of high moral character.
• Give more than you get.
• Don't look for something for nothing.
• Always think long term.
• Evaluate your strengths and build on them.
• Always keep the larger picture in mind when making a decision.
• Never compromise your integrity.

ACTION PLAN : 1
1. Come up with three suggestions how you can do your job better, faster, and more
effectively:
(a)
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(b)
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(c)
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2. Write down three ways you can use the success principles in each area of your life:
(a) Work
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(b) Home
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(a) Socially
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3. List the areas in your life where lack of discipline is hurting you. Estimate its cost to you.
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4. The next time you meet with adversity, stop and ask yourself these two questions: What can I learn from this challenge? How can I turn this lesson in life to my advantage?
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5. Write your definition of success.
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6. Define your goals in life.
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7. Why are they important?
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8. Think back: Have your goals changed in the last 10 years? If yes, why?
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ACTION PLAN : 2

1. Develop a sense of pride through training.
2. Reward performance.
3. Set well-defined, clear goals.
4. Set high expectations.
5. Set clear, measurable benchmarks.
6. Evaluate the needs of others.
7. Make others part of your big picture. Set a good example by being a positive role model.
8. Build the self-esteem of others.