Don't let old wins keep you from making new wins. I mean, what value is it that you finished University at 19 with a first class if that's all you have in your name and you are 22 now? Make new strides, do new things, win new stuff, and get more degrees.
So many folks I know, myself included, glow in our old wins. We boast about them for too long, ignoring the new wins we have for grabs. Opportunities pass us daily, but we are so soaked in our old wins that we ignore the juicy and saucy offers we have laid at our doorstep.
Find new challenges daily, tackle them, and let your wins be continual. Then, that is a success. Don't bask in your one-time glory and think the lights will always be on you.
Just as the earth rotates daily, the world is in constant motion. Don't be someone who rests on past achievements. Instead, strive to do something phenomenal every year, month, and day. Be a person of continuous growth and learning. Never stop acquiring new skills and certificates. Build your C.V. with as much as you can, and let everything you do be a step towards your personal and professional development.
Don't confine yourself to a 9-5 job, year in and year out, seeking only promotions. Instead, strive to make a name for yourself, to do something significant with your life. Above all, aim to leave a legacy that will inspire and benefit future generations.
Originally published on 6/23/2017 at 3:15 AM.