For those who desire to experience a greater sense of enjoyment in their work, it’s necessary to concentrate on what you want and keep working towards it. Those who fall short of their potential and those who exceed their potential have one thing in common, they both experience times where it’s a struggle to stay focused on their goals.
Is it a constant struggle to give 100% in everything you do? Here’s how those who exceed their potential stay motivated.
7 Signs you’re on the path to your potential:
1. You make every moment count. You recognize that if you’re spending your time doing something, you might as well be learning as much as you can. You stay connected to the task at hand. Immersing yourself in each activity to make the most of it.
- Think about a task at work that you dislike, such as completing reports. Even though these reports may be boring and time-consuming, you understand that it’s important to do a good job and put forth maximum effort. Proving to yourself and others that you can excel at even the most mundane task.
- You direct your energies toward living in the moment not mulling things of the past.
2. You regularly think about the difference between being average versus excellent. You reflect on the difference between performing a mediocre job as opposed to an outstanding job. You know which way of working makes you feel more confident about your performance? You may not hit it every time, but you strive for excellence in everything you do.
3. You begin with the end in mind. Commonly you ask yourself, “If I try as hard as I can, what might happen?” According to Stephen Covey, beginning with the end of your project in mind is a wonderfully proactive way to set yourself up for success. You realize that identifying the “end” you seek puts you ahead of the pack. Then, you design a specific step-by-step plan in order to achieve it.
4. You’re positive. You know that positive thoughts will make you feel more content and increase your chance of success.
- You take time to consider the alternative: is it possible to work toward your potential if your thoughts are riddled with negativity?
- You choose positive thinking over cynicism to achieve your highest heights.
5. You’re optimistic when approaching a task. You know that if you ever think, “I hate doing these monthly reports because they take forever,” then the report will probably indeed take a long time to complete.
- When you have a pessimistic attitude, you know that is often what you will live up to.
- Instead, you choose optimism and put forth your best efforts. Then maybe that task won’t be so bad after all.
6. You set smaller objectives toward accomplishing larger goals. To avoid getting overwhelmed you creating short-term objectives. For example, if you want to earn a college degree, but it seems overwhelming, just start by taking one class at a time.
- You think about the process. Referring back to the example of a college degree, you start by taking one course, then completing a semester of classes, and then finishing each year of college until you earn your degree.
- You know that by setting small, manageable objectives, you’ll be on a positive path toward your goals and you’ll be able to see your forward progress along the way.
7. You celebrate your successes. By acknowledging your efforts, you’re inspired to achieve even higher levels. The more you accomplish the more success you will experience.
You make the most of your experience by working toward your fullest potential. Who do you know that may be encouraged by learning these signs? When you begin helping others exceed their potential, you know that yours is endless!
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