By Bayo Ogunmupe
Life cannot be easy because life is a school. But the way we think determines the outcome of our lives. But thinking is hard, which is why we seldom think. Helen Keller said it best: "People don't like to think, if one thinks, one must reach conclusions. Conclusions are not always pleasant." Here are thought- provoking ideas about life that will forever transform your way of life. One, think big act small; think of building of a big company where you can change lives and make a contribution to the prosperity of society. Never let anyone hold you back when scouting for ideas. The man who can think will always be the master of the man who can do. Aim high, for when you aim low; the outcome is always low.
Two, problems are unanswered questions. Problems are for solving while questions must be answered. Freaking out when faced by a problem is the worst behavior ever. Stop sabotaging yourself by running away from challenges. Three, build relationships on a firm foundation. The wrong reasons to be in a relationship are money, fear of being alone; drug abuse and craving for attention. The foundation of all relationships are love, respect, support, trust, patience, laughter, sadness and good company.
Four, nothing in life is free; no matter how you spin it you always pay for something with money, time: your most valuable resource or some other resources of yours. Life is a business; just like we have turned religion, education and politics to businesses. For a good life, you must spend your resources wisely like astute businessmen. Never waste your resources particularly your time. Five, never be afraid of making decisions. Delaying decisions is dangerous, it compounds your problems. Decide firmly whenever you have to make a decision. Should your decision be wrong, apologize and another decision.
Six, decide to become a leader today. Whether your country is a democracy, populist, or monarchy, she still needs leaders. Leaders determine the fate of the world for prosperity or war. The demand for good leaders has never been greater than now. Which is why you should learn to become a leader. Sometimes you can be a leader at work and a follower at home or your community. There is nothing wrong with that. And being a leader has nothing to do with your title. Whenever no one wants to take responsibility, decide to take responsibility. That's how to become a leader. And leadership means productivity. You must lead to produce services.
Productive work is the only thing that will take you from nothing to prosperity. No matter how smart you are, you still have to put in the work. You must value both efficiency and effectiveness above all else. Results matter, you must get things done in order to move to the next level. In addition to being a leader, see yourself as a salesman. Everybody is a salesman. When you are dating, you are selling yourself. The same is true when you are applying for a job. When you are selling, you are transparent and honest. You don't waste your time as well. Moreover, you don't waste your time with people who don't like you. Sales is about finding people who want your product.
Seven, improve your skills if you want to improve your self confidence. Don't search for the remedy for lack of self confidence in motivational books or posts. You can only improve your self confidence by becoming good at your work. And you should value your friends. man is a gregarious animal. If we live alone we die early. You need friends in order to maintain your sanity. Friendship will teach you not to believe everything you see. We live in a world of appearances. Many put up appearances to gain fame. Don't believe the success stories everywhere. You don't have to be a cynic but don't take appearances for facts.
Eight, learn to love criticism. When someone takes the time to criticize you, you should be grateful. This is because criticism is fuel for success. It means you are making an impact. You can use criticism to improve yourself, your product or creativity. Never be a wimp, take criticism like a champion. But then mind your health. If you cannot take care of your body, you can't take care of anything. Since you cannot fully control your health; you can only influence it by eating healthy, exercising and cleaning yourself adequately. Make sure you take care of yourself daily, health is wealth. Happiness is a choice. You can control your thoughts. That means you decide what to do with your life. You will find happiness by creating something, invent a gadget, write a book or solve a problem. No matter what you do; make yourself useful.
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