Which one of us doesn’t want to be successful in life?
Ever wondered how some people are so successful, while the others, no matter how hard they try, are not even close. I wouldn’t say following these simple tips will make you successful, but it surely will change your life 
- Don’t talk negatively about people behind their backs. If you gossip, people won’t confide in you. Mind your own business.
- Try to work for someone who’ll challenge your powers. You’ll learn more in a year than 4 years of college.
- Successful bosses have good communication skills. They learn from people, including their employees.
- Work in such a way that makes your boss look good. It’s not flattery.
- On downsizing, the first to go are those with few friends. Bosses prefer competent people whom they respect.
- Dress for the job you want, not the one you have. Let your dress reflect professionalism.
- Workout to get in good physical shape. Unless exceptionally skilled, the unhealthy are at a comparative disadvantage.
- Personal integrity is crucial. Tell nothing but the truth. Bosses can forgive mistakes but if you lie, you’re gone.
- Be on time. Try to arrive few minutes early. It saves you from stress. You’ll be much relaxed & work better
- Strive your best to keep a deadline. If you cannot meet it, then apologize & ask for an extension
- If some people are unhappy with you, it’s their problem. But always strive to give your best. Don’t take things personally.
- If you must correct someone, don’t get personal about it. Do it never in front of others.
- Spend some time alone everyday. What’s the mission of my life? What do I want to be? And how to go about it.
- As you move along Plan A of your career, maintain a Plan B as well — an alternative course to rely
- Always remember that the secret of success is passion. Always think big. Spread love & joy.
June 3rd, 2008 at 5:20 pm
Oh Oh 1 from me:
Don’t start suspending clients just because they don’t agree with your choice.
Great points though, I find #2 to be something I haven’t come across before but come to think of it makes the most sense.
June 3rd, 2008 at 5:26 pm
@Manan - But at times, its difficult following these simple rules.
June 3rd, 2008 at 5:27 pm
On second thoughts - They cant be called Rules. Lets stick to calling them “Simple points”
June 4th, 2008 at 2:11 am
True, calling them rules makes them sound like something to be broken.
June 4th, 2008 at 5:18 am
Yo man (read in Jamaican accent hehe)!
This was neat - you should really check out http://zenhabits.net - I used to read him a lot earlier
June 4th, 2008 at 9:30 am
@Manan - To break them, first you need to follow them
How many of us actually follow such points.
@Dev - Yeah I did check that site earlier. I think thru some trackback from your site or something.