success steps“If your ship doesn’t come in, swim out to meet it!” Jonathan Winters

What are the secrets to success?  

One of my clients answered this question with a simple statement –  success happens when preparation meets opportunity.

In reflecting on my success in different areas of my life – my secrets to success (they are not really secrets) list would look something like this –

Have a clear intention.

Take action.

Believe in your outcome.

Stay focused.

Allow your core values to guide your decisions and choices.

Be willing to learn and do new things.

Keep your word.

Remember the golden rule.

Express gratitude.

What is your secret to success?

Analyst Richard St. John has a passion for helping children succeed. He spent years researching the lessons of success.

After 7 years and 500 interviews,  he concluded that 8 big things lead to success. He shares these 8 Secrets of Success in the video below.

His 8 secrets – push, serve, ideas, persist, passion, work and good.

You’ll have a better understanding of these 8 secrets after listening to his talk from ted.com Check out the video below.

I promise you’ll come away with something positive and his talk will make you smile.

Watch the video and be inspired.

Your turn

What do you think of Richard St John’s 8 big secrets to success? What are your secrets to success.

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