Success – Achievement of Something Desired

Definition of Success circle

GOAL SETTING 2015!

The expectation these days is that every man, woman and child should achieve success, and as fast as possible. How do you define success? It can be elusive, which is understandable because the meaning of success can vary from person to person. Even the dictionary uses various words to define success.  However, the widely accepted definition refers to success as the attainment of wealth, position, honor, fame, power, or the like.

Many have learned over the years as their own values develop that success is not merely achieved by the amount of money you amass in life, or the material possessions you have, or even the fame, glory and honor heaped upon you. I have observed that for many these things can sometimes lead to failure and not success. Individual success is within the grasp of each one of us, but to achieve it requires initiative and effort. Here we are at the beginning of a new year where most people focus on setting new goals and achieving them, perhaps we could consider another definition for success which I prefer because it aligns better with my values.

 

SUCCESS: The achievement of something desired, planned, or attempted, usually attributed to hard work. Without a doubt this will help us to stay on track achieving our goals for 2015.

 

SUCCESS TO YOU!!

By: Rosa L. McArthur, CMP

Success Connected to Failure

SUCCESS = Failures, Achievements, and Recovery

Failure is not a word that we usually associate with success. It is considered on opposite ends of the spectrum. However, like me you have probably learned that it plays a huge role in being successful.  If you run a business like I do then learning that early on becomes very important.  For me it was difficult to talk about my successes and even harder to talk about my failures. That was probably because of my definition of the word success, and for sure it did not include failure. So, what should you do?

Life passes quickly, and in the interest of time I have learned that you must transition fast through the failure phases, and acknowledge that there will be more than one.  Linger long enough to learn from your mistakes, make the needed adjustments, forgive when needed and that includes yourself, and move quickly to recovery mode. This is not always easy but you have to constantly look for resources. It may come as a surprise but they are numerous and sometimes even closer than you think. Failure has been known to give you the determination and drive needed to be successful.

Henry Ford in Suit

 

Henry Ford once said, “FAILURE is the OPPORTUNITY to begin AGAIN, only  more INTELLIGENTLY”.  And I say, “FAILFURE KEEPS YOU GOING“.  Sometimes you just have to get out of your own way!  If need be always look for ways to reinvent yourself, never give up.

 

SUCCESS Not Just a Notion!

 

 

By: Rosa L. McArthur, CMP

 

Success Connected to Values

SUCCESS: The achievement of something desired, planned, or attempted, usually attributed to hard work.

My success as a professional meeting and event planner is linked to many things; my client’s satisfaction with the outcome of their program and that of the participants, the relationships that are built along the way, the work that I enjoy and value, and of great importance is my own sense of achievement in producing an event that exceeded expectations.

Over the years it has become important to reevaluate and clearly define my own values. This has helped me to better understand and appreciate what I want to achieve in life and learn what it takes to live a life of satisfaction and contentment. Success for me is a continual process which is achieved on a daily, weekly, monthly basis. Contrary to what many might think it can be attained without wealth, position, honor, fame or the like. You must set goals and you must achieve them. Your goals should  be aligned with your core values.

 

Einstein Photo

“Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of values” 

Albert Einstein

 

 

 

Now that we are in the New Year 2015 some start off with a fresh new approach. To accomplish their goals many make resolutions others promises. But whatever your approach it is easier when you focus on what you value. It makes the achievement much more meaningful.

Try these SIX key steps to accomplish your goals:

  1. Deeply desire the goal
  2. Visualize having achieved the goal
  3. Create a plan
  4. Write down your goals
  5. Establish your own personal timeline
  6. Review your overall progress on a regular basis

Remember Success is not Just a Notion!  

By: Rosa L. McArthur