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Factors Of Success

Success is a complex and multifaceted concept, and there is no one-size-fits-all formula for achieving it. However, there are certain factors that are often cited as contributing to success, and these include:

  1. Skill: Success often requires a certain level of skill or expertise in a particular area. This can be developed through education, training, and practice.
  2. Hard work: Success often requires a lot of effort and dedication. This means putting in the time and energy to improve your skills, learn new things, and pursue your goals.
  3. Duration: Success is often a long-term process, and it can take time to see the fruits of your labor. This means being persistent and resilient, and continuing to work hard even when faced with setbacks or challenges.
  4. Luck: While skill, hard work, and duration are important, sometimes luck also plays a role in success. This can include things like being in the right place at the right time or having the right connections or opportunities come your way.

Ultimately, success is a combination of these and other factors, and what works for one person may not work for another. The key is to find what works for you and to stay focused on your goals.

So If You Must Set New Year’s Resolutions…

New Year’s resolutions are a common tradition for many people around the world. They are a way to set goals and intentions for the coming year, and can be a great way to make positive changes in your life.

However, it’s important to set realistic and achievable goals for yourself. If you set unrealistic goals, you may become discouraged and give up on your resolution before you’ve even gotten started.

Here are a few tips for setting and sticking to your New Year’s resolutions:

  1. Make a list of specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. This will help you focus on what you want to achieve and give you a clear plan of action.
  2. Start small and build gradually. Don’t try to make too many big changes all at once. Instead, start with small steps and gradually increase your efforts as you become more comfortable with your new habits.
  3. Find accountability. Share your goals with a friend, family member, or accountability partner and ask for their support. This can help you stay motivated and on track.
  4. Celebrate your progress. Don’t forget to celebrate your victories along the way. This will help you stay motivated and keep your momentum going.
  5. Be kind to yourself. It’s okay to stumble or fall short of your goals at times. Remember that change takes time and practice, and it’s important to be patient and kind to yourself as you work towards your resolutions.

Overall, the key to successful New Year’s resolutions is to set achievable goals, make a plan, and be consistent in your efforts. With a little bit of discipline and determination, you can make positive changes in your life and start the new year off on the right foot.

A Different Kind Of ‘Halloween’ Challenge

October starts a week from tomorrow. The month has 31 days and is associated with frights and scares because of Halloween’s culmination on October 31st.

This year I propose you take a 31-day October Scary Challenge. For each day of the month, do something different that scares you.

Not necessary thing like climbing a mountain (although that counts)

I mean things like initiating a conversation with a stranger.

Or trying out a new restaurant.

Or asking your boss for a raise.

See how many scary things you can attempt and even pull off in 31 days.

Don’t fret if you can’t muster the courage to try every day. Use your success from this year to make this an annual tradition and see if you can outdo your previous attempt for years to come.

Acknowledge The Truth As You See It

What makes ‘The Emperor’s News Clothes’ work as a story is (spoiler alert) that everyone eventually realizes the folly in pretending they are not being duped by pretending to be duped.

The boy who shouts, “The Emperor has no clothes,” is not a mystic. He doesn’t need to kiss up to the Emperor by not being honest in his delusion.

If you have figured out you are wrong, stop right there. If you have figured out your leaders are wrong (even if they themselves haven’t figured it out yet), start looking for new leaders.