The Bullhorn of Your Actions
The Bullhorn of Your Actions — The #1 Key To Success
The following phrase is definitely a key to success: What we believe in is evidenced by the steps we take, not just by the words we say.
Did you catch that?
What we believe in is evidenced by the STEPS we take, not just by the WORDS we say.
If you've heard any of my keynote presentations, you’ve heard me talk about E+R=O (Events + RESPONSE = Outcome). This equation means that the events in our lives do not determine our outcomes. Instead, how we RESPOND to events determines our outcomes. So, if you want to get better in any area of life, stop allowing events to control you. Instead, use your responses to alter the outcomes.
The same idea applies to your beliefs. What you believe is important. And if you are a leader, it's important that others know what you believe. Therefore, if you want others to know what you believe, you can't just talk the talk—you have to walk the walk!
How to Step Into What You Believe
What you believe in—both as a person and a leader—should be evidenced by the steps you take, not just by the words you say. Here are some ways you can step into what you say you believe:
- Listen to and respectfully follow through on requests from your peers and leaders.
- Encourage and build up others on your team; never tear them down.
- Set goals for yourself. Then put 110 percent effort into achieving those goals.
- Take 100 percent responsibility for your attitude, actions, articulation, and associations…and do not make excuses when you make a mistake in one of these areas. Own it and seek to rectify it.
The bottom line is words, without actions, are empty. So instead of just talking the talk, let the steps you take be evidence of what you truly believe.
Photo copyright: yarruta / 123 RF Photos
Want More?
It’s easy to be successful when everything goes smoothly. But when you hit a few bumps, overcoming obstacles gets harder.
This FREE RESOURCE will help you discover how to be Response-ABLE and live E+R=O in your daily life.
Want Even More?
You can also grab a copy of my newest book, E+R=O: The Only Mindset for Success, on Amazon.