Success Demands Action: Are You In?
John Maxwell shares a story about a lesson he learned from his dad as a kid.
Melvin said to John, “Five frogs were sitting on a log and four decided to jump off. How many frogs are left on the log?”
“One!” John responded with great confidence.
Then Melvin surprised John with the point of the story: “All five frogs remain on the log, son. Deciding isn’t enough! You have to take action.”
Did you catch that? Deciding isn’t enough.
In order to be successful, you have to take action. Here are four keys to becoming a person of action:
- Overcome Your Fears: Fear can paralyze us, hindering progress in our careers and personal lives. Identifying the source of our fear is the first step in conquering it.
- Quick Decision-Making: Preparedness is the key to making swift decisions under pressure. As John Wooden wisely said, “When opportunity comes, it’s too late to prepare.”
- Have a Growth Plan: A growth plan doesn’t just enrich your life; it shapes who you become. Set aside time each year to create a growth plan, guiding your decisions and actions.
- Become an Early Riser: Even if you’re not racing the sun like Thomas Jefferson, waking up just 30 minutes earlier can provide a productive jumpstart to your day.
John Maxwell constantly challenges us to be people of action, believing that those who act more also become more, achieve more, and, ultimately, contribute more.
Every successful person I’ve encountered has a knack for taking action—they understand that effort is the bedrock of success.
Intentions alone won’t lead to success; it’s the transformation through action that truly counts. The next time you make a decision, let’s ensure it’s followed by purposeful action.
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