Success is not accidental. It’s crafted, nurtured, and actualized by those who understand the fundamental importance of mindset. Yes, you heard it right—mindset. A winning attitude sets apart those who achieve their goals from those who don’t. Individuals who foster a winning mindset own entirely their actions and lives. On the flip side, those who miss the mark on their goals often search externally for reasons, which are often just thinly veiled excuses. Your attitude doesn’t just affect how you view the world; it impacts the results you achieve.
Three Building Blocks to a Winning Attitude
To instill this winning mindset, integrate these three processes into your daily routine:
Self-Reflection Over Blame
When things don’t go as planned, your first instinct might be to find external factors to blame. Stop right there. Turn the lens inward and ask yourself what you could have done differently in the same situation. We don’t have control over external events or other people; we only have control over ourselves.
Example:
Losing Attitude (LA): “I can’t believe Susie keeps eating my yogurt. She needs to respect my property.”
Winning Attitude (WA): “Susie keeps eating my yogurt. I better put it somewhere she won’t find it.”
Be Vocal, Be Clear
How often have you waited for someone else to give you what you need? How often has this person had no idea you were waiting on them? Communication is key. Make your needs known.
Example:
LA: “Can’t he see my arms are full, and I can’t open the door? How long will I wait for that stranger to finish his call and open the door for me?”
WA: “Excuse me, sir, could you open the door for me?”
Time & Money: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Consider time and money as interchangeable resources. You can often save one by spending the other. If there’s something you’re not good at or don’t enjoy, consider outsourcing it.
Example:
LA: “I don’t know how to do X.”
WA: “I need to do X to succeed. Where can I learn how, or who can I hire to do that?”
The Evidence Is In the Pudding
According to a study by the University of Pennsylvania, a positive attitude contributes more to success than IQ, talent, or socioeconomic status. Simply put, attitude is your secret weapon.
Conclusion: A Winning Attitude is Your Best Ally
A winning attitude is a catalyst. It drives our actions, fuels our ambitions, and ultimately delivers our results. When you look at the world through the lens of a winning attitude, barriers become stepping stones, and setbacks become setups for comebacks.
Quick Action Steps to Build Your Winning Attitude
- Survey your surroundings for annoyances and decide on actions to rectify them.
- Assess your skillset; delegate tasks that aren’t your forte.
- Compile a list of tasks that could be simplified with outside help, and reach out.
| Action Item for RADical Success You’re charged up and ready to develop that winning attitude. But what’s the immediate next step? Simple. Action Item: Take a moment to identify one situation where your attitude didn’t serve you well. Jot down how a shift in perspective could have altered the outcome. Now, commit to applying this new mindset when a similar situation arises. Why are we doing this? At RAD Strategic Partners, we believe fine-tuning your attitude is the stepping stone to your RADical success journey. By recognizing where you could improve and taking actionable steps, you’re gaining insights and crafting a game plan. Ready to evaluate your attitude for RADical success? Take our quiz now! |
