A leader with great expectations develops a
team of great performers. Mediocrity is
not an option.
Every year, month, week, and even day people dream
their dreams, set their goals, and make their plans. With
high expectations they are hoped for but rarely worked for.
Within our society, the majority of people don't meet
expectations, this being around 80 percent, around 15 percent of
people actually, meet expectations, while about five percent of
people exceed expectations. These numbers derive from my own
experience in the sales and management industry.
Now, the question arises, what sets apart the people
who meet and exceed expectations from the rest of us? What do they do
differently, what do they practice, how do they think? Below are 7
characteristics of people who exceed their own
expectations.
1. Clarity
People who meet and exceed their expectations have a
crystal-clear picture of their mission at hand. Their clarity is composed
of details and reasons. They focus on meaningful activities that bear
results while having their sights set on their goal.
2. Understanding the 10/90 Principle
People who exceed their expectations understand that we do
not have any control over 10 percent of our lives. This is everything that
happens to us while 90 percent of our lives are all about how we
respond. They can turn a mediocre day into an exceptional day with
the right course of Action and Understanding. We all
start our days the same but end them differently based on the reactions we
have toward the day's challenges and opportunities.
3. Anticipation
People who exceed expectations are Active,
not Reactive; they are Proactive, not Passive.
Proactive Anticipation makes the difference between a winner and a
loser. They are forward thinkers who are intentional
with their activities. They are always ready for what is to come by making
adjustments before something happens. They are alert and prepared.
4. Innovative
Constant innovation. People who exceed expectations think
outside the box; in fact, they don't even believe in a box. They are
always finding new ways to do things, always getting ahead in the game,
and are always setting and breaking records. They know where
they want to go and how to construct their path to get there.
5. Massive Action
People who exceed expectations don't simply act; instead,
they take massive action. This means that no matter what, they make it
work! With full force and 120 percent energy, they are in it to win it.
They give it their all and all they've got. They hustle, pay
the price, and never give excuses. There are no simple gestures, only
massive actions.
6. Look your best
Dress for success. People who exceed expectations not only
act the part, they also look the part. Both inwardly and outwardly, they
are at their best. They understand the significance and importance of
first impressions. At every moment, they are ready.
7. Compassion
You've got to love what you do daily. No one has ever
been able to succeed, let alone exceed, without compassion for what they
do. People who exceed expectations are driven by their love for what
they do. Their passion and purpose are aligned and meet triumphantly
at the reality of their dreams and goals.
Now is the time to set your standards high and your
expectations even higher. Be intentional with practicing and
perfecting these champion characteristics. Don't become the excuse
that is holding you back from your own success. Simply ask, what do you
expect of yourself? Take advantage of this opportunity to inspire,
encourage, and lead others by the examples you set for yourself. Let's
start the "No
Excuses" journey together.
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