I like the fact that there’s always something new and fresh to help us get what we want in life.
Most people – no – all people want success at something . And it’s not necessarily to do with money or power.
Those who know me, will tell you that I’m a big believer of getting out of our comfort zones and trying new stuff. There’s tons of it out there (thanks to social media for sharing it with us). You don’t know what works for you until you try it. Right?
But sometimes, the old stuff is just unbeatable.
And a great example I can give you of that is one of my ‘teachers’ in life (born in 1888!)…..
…Mr Dale Carnegie – american author and personal development guru. No,cheeky, I’m not that old – he died years before I was even born.
But still, his advice about personal development and how to be a success is priceless.
And it works.
In his fab and famous book (written yonks ago) ‘How to win friends and influence people‘ he shows us stupidly simple ways to get what you want in life – by treating other people well.
Here’s 5 examples:
1.Smile
2.Become genuinely interested in other people
3.Don’t criticise, condemn or complain
4.Be a good listener…..encourage others to talk about themselves
5.The only way to get the best of an argument is to avoid it
They look simple enough, don’t they?
Before you brush them off as obvious…I’ll remind you that obvious doesn’t always happen and simple doesn’t mean easy.
They take some practising let me tell you and I see people every day who are facing obstacles in their life because they don’t do these things consistently.
They (we) are too wrapped up in what we want for ourselves. And the irony is that we can only get that, when we have support and help from others.
And that’s when you really start to be successful.
So carry on picking up new tips along your journey in life, but occasionally take a look back at some of the greats who have gone before us.
Old is often the best of the new.
You choose. But before you do – read Dale Carnegie’s book, and learn something about yourself.
Success really does start here.
….And it might just change your life.
Amana
Straightforward,straight talking
The Spotlight Guru