What Successful People DO

With many encounters with successful people through various media i.e., television, print and radio broadcast etc, I have come to the conclusion that there are a few techniques they apply which sets them apart from the pack. As the saying goes, “not all fingers are equal” which is very true but when they are bent, they are almost the same!

We sometimes bemoan people who we assume are successful but have you ever examined closer to find out what they do to achieve their success? This article aims at equipping you with information that you can arm yourself with as you embark on your journey to success.

If you do as successful people do scripture applied, you’ll have what they have. But firstly, you must realize and accept that God wants you to succeed all-round. Proverbs 10:22, Deuteronomy 8:18. You must lay the foundation that God establishes your wealth; He has empowered you to have a relationship with Him and you can thereby draw from His power to work for your success.3 John 2, 1 Timothy 6:17.

For you to be successful, you must know and apply God’s word in every situation in your life. Note: “A man’s value and self-worth is not based on what he has acquired but measured by his relationships with God, family, friends”.

HOW SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE OPERATE

1. They are choice driven; they live their lives making choices. They do not abandon their lives to fate or chance but by choice. Deut. 30:19. Be warned, your choices have consequences. You have the liberty to choose but also have to bear the consequences. However, the consequence of your decision is predetermined by God. John 10:10. You have the right to choose whatever decision you like pertaining to your quest for success. Note: Successful people are principled-driven and not emotional-driven. Josh.24:15, Heb. 11:24-25.

2. They see failure differently; some people have a fear of failure hence, fear to launch out. However, successful people have no fear of failure i.e., failure does not quench their winning/competitive edge. Note: the average person experiences or has three (3) ideas that can make him a millionaire in a year. Prov. 24:16. Successful people learn from their failures and try to change course of action to make a success out of that venture. Micah 7:8.

ADVANTAGES OF FAILURE
a. Failure educates you
b. Failure helps you discover your creativity and hidden talents
c. Failure makes you less judgmental of people. If you have been there, you will understand what someone else is going through.
d. Failure helps you discover your skills and develop them.

3. Successful people take responsibility for their actions; they do not live a life of excuse. Gen. 3:13. Why are you not becoming as successful as you ought to be? What is your excuse? Get rid of your excuses and do not live in denial or the Nile!

4. Successful people enjoy their work; this does not mean alcoholism, extreme or obsessive embrace of your work to the detriment of your love ones, but enjoying what you do. Love your work and be the best in your industry not restricted only to you immediate organization. Ecc.5:18.

5. They build and maintain relationships; how many people in your life can assist with your issues? Redefine your relationships. Do not carry excess baggage. Having mentors is important. Relationships are like ladders; they take you up and can also bring you down. Therefore, keep relationships with mentors, peers and contemporaries and those who look up to you. It keeps you humble. 1 John 4 :20-21. Successful people are committed people in all they engage in whether it be relationships, family, marriage, work etc. Job.1:8.

6. Successful people invest in themselves. You are your highest investment. A mobile walking/working investment. In your problem, how much information and knowledge have you impacted on yourself in that area?

I hope you are blessed by this message and without a doubt, the Lord will surely give you good success. Amen!