Keyword: Initiative
Besides consistency, another key concept that differentiates the special from the normal is the ability to take the Initiative.
A couple of observations over the last few days has made me realise that Initiative is not a common trait among people. Left in their natural state, most of us just watch and stare, not realising that by just moving a little inch, or sticking our hands out to help, we can make a huge difference. A little effort, a major impact.
And I won't claim that I'm Mr. Initiative either as I often find myself in screensaver mode too, all of a sudden waking up to realise, "Hey, why don't I do something." or "I can help in this situation too! What am I doing!". The trick is to try and stay vigilant and not to assume that someone else will make the move first.
In business, we want to have the first-move advantage. It starts with how we deal with life too - be the first-mover, take the initiative today!
A couple of observations over the last few days has made me realise that Initiative is not a common trait among people. Left in their natural state, most of us just watch and stare, not realising that by just moving a little inch, or sticking our hands out to help, we can make a huge difference. A little effort, a major impact.
And I won't claim that I'm Mr. Initiative either as I often find myself in screensaver mode too, all of a sudden waking up to realise, "Hey, why don't I do something." or "I can help in this situation too! What am I doing!". The trick is to try and stay vigilant and not to assume that someone else will make the move first.
In business, we want to have the first-move advantage. It starts with how we deal with life too - be the first-mover, take the initiative today!