The instinct to explore is within us all. It’s been the driving force behind human progress throughout history. The value of venturing into the unknown goes beyond new discoveries and achieving a target – it’s about the wisdom that we gain along the way. We can develop a pioneering mindset by looking at past explorers….
The Right Way to Be Competitive
In the game of life, we’re all competitors. At any given time, there will always be someone who wants the same thing we want. But this should not discourage us. We can use the dynamism of competition to inspire us to take action and reach our goals. When we play fair, we stand to win…
The Truth about Being a Resilient Person
Being a resilient person is essential to our growth and mental wellbeing, but resilience is not for the faint of heart. The challenges we face demand a lot from us. Having a realistic outlook will prepare us for what’s to come and make us more capable of handling the unknown. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes)…
Why You Don’t Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions
To stick to your New Year’s resolutions, you must find ways to become emotionally invested. Create practices, rituals, and structure to help you reach your goals. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes) “If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse.” — Jim Rohn When the clock…
What to Do When Your Hard Work Does Not Pay Off
By being proactive and never giving up, we are assured that we will eventually achieve the outcome we have in mind. Over time, however, we realize that isn’t always the case and sometimes we don’t get the outcome that we want. If your hard work is not paying off, these five tips will motivate you…
Play the Numbers Game the Right Way
Succeeding in life is a numbers game. Understanding the likelihood of your success has become a necessity in an increasingly competitive world. Learn five guidelines that will help you play the numbers game in your life, without losing steam, and maximize your odds no matter how many times you face rejection. (Estimated reading time: 6…
How to Evaluate Progress to Stay Motivated
To reach success you must have the right yardstick to give you a clear picture of where you stand. Using the right parameters will also help you stay motivated. Learn five different methods to evaluate your progress and stay on track with your goals. (Estimated reading time: 5-6 minutes) “Progress is the ultimate motivation.” —…
How to Develop Habits that Lead to Success
Habits aren’t just tasks we perform -they shape our identity and how the world sees us. But not all habits are created equal. The right ones boost our productivity and efficiency while others lead to unfavorable results. We must become conscious of them and get behind the wheel. These five steps will help you develop…
You’re Not Broken. You’re a Work in Progress. Here’s Why.
Society conditions us to focus on our imperfections and do everything that we can to fix our flaws. This can make us critical of ourselves and never feel like we’re good enough. You can improve and be a better you without having to judge and berate yourself. Get a perspective shift by learning four reasons…
How to Stay Motivated When You’re Overwhelmed
True champions set a high bar for themselves, but to reach that goal, they must be willing to develop the mindset and skills to stay motivated. We can learn from their example and arm ourselves with knowledge and practices that we can use whenever we feel overwhelmed by the road ahead of us. These five…