The one word successful people use to their advantage

Here’s the truth about success that nobody ever talks about:

Successful people are better at saying “no” than you are.

Consider this:
Warren Buffett has famously said, “The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything.”

The key is figuring out what to say “no” to, then doing it.

Here are 3 things that Master Teacher and Coach John Wooden says you must say “no” to if you want to achieve your goals:

1. Say “No” To Doing It By Yourself
“Whatever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who'll argue with you.”  - John Wooden

Take a look at your social circle.

Are your ideas ever challenged by your friends or coworkers?

Do the people around you ever expect you to do more? To push beyond your limitations?

If not, then it’s time to start saying “no” to people who only agree with you. Find challengers. Find people who will push you to become better.
Say “no” to your comfort zone and start growing.

2. Say “No” To Rushing
“If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?”  – John Wooden

It’s easy in today's world to say “yes” to tasks, ideas, and opportunities that we should be saying “no” to.

Instead, learn to say “no” to opportunities that crush your productivity, and say “yes” to quality.

You’ll begin to earn more as your work outshines those around you. You’ll begin to find focus which will provide clarity and motivation. You’ll feel proud of what you create and gain confidence in what you do.

But first, you have to say “no”.

Try it right now. Say “no” to 5 things you’d say “yes” to and use that time to work on a project that matters to you.

Experience the results for yourself.

3. Say “No” To The Pressure Of Being Someone Else
“I am just a common man who is true to his beliefs.”  – John Wooden

Coach John Wooden built one of the most successful championship basketball dynasties in history.

His philosophy at UCLA was markedly different than what other coaches of his time taught.

While others focused on fame, glory, and complex practice schedules, Coach Wooden’s approach was different: “I had three rules for my players: No profanity. Don’t criticize a teammate. Never be late.”

He didn’t try to be other coaches. He didn’t chase fads. He didn’t succumb to the distractions that face many successful people.

He stayed true to his core beliefs and principles, and that made all the difference.

How much of your life right now is lived trying to be someone else?
How often do you change your mind about things you were so certain about?
Do you have a set of simple standards that you follow, no matter what?