Targeting excellence in all you do is a wise decision. It’s a target you can reach.
Keep reading for some GenuLines ideas on how to stay there once you reach it.
How to Develop Lifelong Excellence
Have you ever felt intrigued or even jealous of how some people seem to excel at everything they do? You have to understand that although nobody can be perfect, it is possible to be excellent.
A great way to develop excellence is by directing your energy into your projects. As long as you acknowledge that you’re doing your best, you’re excelling.
You can’t sit on the couch and at the same time become an excellent runner. You have to get out there and work on running by putting your best efforts into it.
Mastery
Another way to develop excellence is to learn how to master things. This applies to learning new skills, such as how to run a new software program, for example.
You need to commit if you’re going to excel. Before taking on a project or committing to a goal, prepare to commit and follow through with it.
Life is full of challenges
These can be the ones that you set for yourself, or they can be the kind that life throws at you. With any challenge you’re going to make mistakes, and there’s nothing you can do to avoid this.
What you can do is to learn from your mistakes.
Chin Up
When something goes wrong, don’t put yourself down. Instead think of what happened and learn from it. This way you’ll be more prepared the next time.
Another way to challenge yourself is by setting high standards. Don’t feel satisfied with only doing those things that come easy to you.
Do something that takes you out of your comfort zone.
To develop lifelong excellence you want to be open to learning. This may include learning from books or by taking courses.
But it also includes learning from life and adapting to things as necessary. Be open to becoming a reader of life!
Know Thyself
Before you can develop your excellence you must understand what you are all about. Do you know what your strengths and weaknesses are?
Developing a lifelong habit of excellence does not happen overnight. You need to be aware of your journey.
Take in your surroundings, as well as the people you surround yourself with.
Be open to new experiences and be willing to learn from your mistakes. This will move you in the direction of fulfillment, happiness, and yes, excellence.
JohnK 7-18-2022
Overheard: “Excellence is a continuous process and not an accident” ~ A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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