Design Your-Self a Brighter Future …
The ultimate truth about success, and the hardest thing for some people to accept, is that you are in charge of your own destiny. Your level of determination is the only thing standing between you and your goal. Some would argue with this idea, but thousands of the world's most powerful people have reflected the same concept.
"Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other thing."
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln's quote is a reminder that no matter what kind of excuses you may have, your dedication to your goals is the ultimate factor in determining your success. If you don't have the skills, you'll learn them if you are dedicated. If you don't have the opportunity, you'll make one if you are dedicated.
"No man can succeed in a line of endeavor which he does not like".
Napoleon Hill
When you realize that you have the power to change your future, you have to decide what you want that future to be like. You have to define your own version of success. If you are trying to live for others, or do something that you are not passionate about, you will not succeed.
"Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there".
Will Rogers
Deciding what your life will be like is just the first step. You've got to take action. Many people spend a lot of time deciding on their desires, and then do nothing with them. Your life won't change if you continue to do what you've always done.
"Always do what you are afraid to do."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Emerson emphasizes an important point. Sometimes inaction is a result of fear. The next steps toward changing your life seem intimidating. Change is difficult, especially if you've been living in a rut. But if you want to design a better future, you've got to step outside of your comfort zone and do what you are afraid to do.
"Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all".
Dale Carnegie
One thing is certain when you begin to change your future and take charge of your life. You will have missteps and failures. There may be times where it seems like you'll never accomplish your goal. What you do in those times will define whether or not you succeed. Take Carnegie's advice to heart and keep on trying.
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Finally, Dr. King is a reminder that success doesn't occur in a vacuum. True success comes from helping others. Your changes and goals should have a spirit of giving. When you succeed, your circle of influence succeeds as well.
Remember … the choice is yours!
Best of every future,
Vic Carrara
www.empowersu.com
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