Taking reponsibility

We recently ran a poll on this site, which asked the question, ‘What percentage of your talents and abilities are being used in your current job?’

I am absolutely shocked by the results!

Nearly 40% of voters agreed with this statement, “I have skills but I coast along and am very rarely stretched“, while only 10% fell into this category, ”I am regularly at the edge of my potential and growing my skills“.

This is not ideal!

The only place to be is up with the 10% of individuals who are putting their talents and abilities to their fullest use. These are the elite and there is absolutely no reason why you shouldn’t join their club. The only entrance requirement is that you take total responsibility for fulfilling your potential and making your life work.

There’s only one Membership rule – accepting that it’s all down to you. Making your life work, being happy, staying cheerful, having fun, being challenged, feeling fulfilled, enjoying life, making money, having good friends, whatever – it’s all down to you. Once you sign up to this rule, you’re in!

It may take time for you to make the practical changes to your life that reflect this commitment, but you’re taking responsibility. This alone lifts you from being average to being exceptional.