Starting Off Right

Success-Minded People know that to achieve, you must start on the right foot. The best way to start is by giving. There is nothing you will do that is more important than adding value to the lives of others. Adding value helps everyone you come in contact with, and it will build you up both personally and spiritually. Success-Minded People know they are here on this planet to contribute, and to make a difference. They are not here to take from everyone and everything around them.

The great coach John Wooden said, “It is not a perfect day unless you have done something for someone who can never pay you back.” So what do you have of such great value that no one can pay you back? There is excellent value in a positive and friendly attitude. Success-Minded People know that a pleasant smile and hello, an act of kindness, or maybe keeping quiet rather than speaking your mind are all part of the right attitude. A strong positive attitude on your part can make the difference between someone having a terrible day or having a wonderful day.

“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.”  Mother Teresa

Success-Minded People know they must be pleasant to all whom they come in contact. That, by the way, includes your family and co-workers. You work at building the reputation of being a kind and giving person. You will be surprised at how many doors this will open for you, as well as help you be healthier and happier. Studies have shown that people who have a positive attitude and are pleasant to others are more robust than those who face each day with dread and anger.

There is a great old saying that I believe makes the importance of a positive attitude clear: “All things being equal, the likable person wins. But all things not being equal, the likable person still wins.” Success-Minded People know that people cannot help but want to be around a positive, likable person. Likability will open more doors for you than skill, education, or experience all together could.

“A cheerful heart brings a smile to your face; a sad heart makes it hard to get through the day.” – Proverbs 15:13 (Message)

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