Defining Success
Success varies based on personal perspectives and contexts.
What constitutes success for one person may not apply to another.
Success (noun):
Degree or measure of succeeding.
Favourable or desired outcome; attainment of wealth, favour, or prominence.
Quote by John C. Maxwell:
"You will never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine."
Success is subjective and relative to the individual's values and circumstances.
What’s favourable or enough money differs from person to person.
Choices are influenced by personal values which can vary widely.
Factors influencing the definition of success:
Who you ask
Stage of life
Upbringing
Individual values
Desired lifestyle
Oprah Winfrey:
Success includes both money and meaning; meaningful work adds richness to life.
J.C. Penny:
Achieving top positions often requires intense dedication and hard work.
Stephen Covey:
Reflection on one's legacy can shape one's definition of success.
Maya Angelou:
Success involves self-acceptance and finding joy in one's actions.
Acknowledgment of ambiguity in success definitions; personal factors play a vital role.
Suggested personal definition exercise:
Consider factors significant to you.
Quote by Abraham Lincoln:
"Success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm."
Success may mean:
Health, wealth, and happiness.
Positive influence on others at work.
Financial stability for a comfortable lifestyle including family and travel.
Ability to engage in sports and activities without physical limitations.
Quote by John C. Maxwell:
"The highest reward for your work is not what you get from it, but what you become by it."
Personal Characteristics:
Comprise personality, habits, and experiences.
Each factor significantly influences overall success.
Perspective:
Subjectivity in how individuals interpret their lives and situations.
Habits:
Regular actions that can be good (e.g., studying, exercising) or bad (e.g., procrastination).
Good habits enhance likelihood of success; bad habits decrease it, but can be changed with effort.
Personality traits are characteristics influencing one's journey to success.
The impact of traits depends on the context and situation being faced.
Life experiences shape who we are.
They provide knowledge and tools critical for achieving success.
Experiences inform what strategies work or do not work in pursuit of success.