People often ask me, is there any one thing that makes the difference between success, mediocrity and failure. My answer is always the same. The little difference that makes a big difference is ATTITUDE. A Positive Mental Attitude (PMA) is essential for success. Without, it you are doomed to an unhappy life of mediocrity at best and at worst failure.
PMA is the right mental attitude for each specific occasion. It is not the naïve belief that if one only looks on the bright side, everything will work out right. PMA is evaluating the situation, and then choosing a course of action that will bring about the desired results. It is the right attitude under the circumstances.
When you have the right mental attitude a Positive Mental Attitude –it will manifest itself in many ways that will help you achieve success personally and professionally. One of the most important, the very little difference that makes the very big difference, is-ENTHUSIASM-a vital ingredient for success-for achieving your goals-doing something that should be done-or for influencing or persuading groups of individuals
Enthusiasm is something that must come from your inner self. The word itself is derived from two Greek words, EN THEOS, which means "God within you” What a beautiful thought! But, the definition vividly illustrated that the responsibility rests squarely with us.
No other person can generate enthusiasm for us. Others may inspire us; that’s why we study the lives of great people, read motivational articles and books and listen to and watch inspirational audio and videocassettes. But permanent, sustained powerful enthusiasm comes only from within.
The emotions are not always immediately subject to reason, but they are always immediately subject to action (mental or physical). Furthermore, repetition of the same thought or physical action develops into a habit which, when repeated frequently enough, becomes an automatic reflex.
That’s why I use self-motivations, affirmations, self-commands, autosuggestion, platitudes or any other symbol that can be used deliberately to move myself to desirable action. You can use the same method: Here’s how it works: You merely repeat a verbal self-motivator 50 times in the morning-50 times in the night-for a week to ten days to imprint the words indelibly in your memory. The self-motivator will then flash from your subconscious to your conscious mind when you need it.
I have an inventory of self-motivators that have become such a part of me that the response is instantaneous and automatic; For example, to eliminate or neutralize fear-face problems more directly, turn advantages, strive for higher achievement-solve serious problems or control my emotions; I use one of my favorite self-motivators
v You have a problem. That’s good
v With every adversity there is a seed of an equivalent or greater benefit.
v What the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve with PMA
v Find one good idea that will work and work with that one good idea
v Do it now!!
v To be enthusiastic…ACT enthusiastic
Professionals in fields that depend upon their ability to influence others-ministers, salespeople, sales mangers, lawyers, public speakers and teachers have learned that to generate excitement in others, they need deeply rooted personal enthusiasm. Here are a few practical suggestions, mentioned previously in this column, to help you keep your own inner fires burning brightly.
1. Talk Loudly-This helps neutralize fear…if you are shaking inside when you stand before an audience.if you have butterflies in your stomach
2. Speak Rapidly-Your mind works faster than your speech. This will help you keep and stay focused
3. Emphasize-Make key words stand out to your audience. Words like “you” are especially important. We all want to know how an idea affects us personally
4. Pause-As you speak rapidly, pause for emphasis where there would bee a period or comma in the written word. Use the dramatic effect of silence to underscore a point and allow your audience to catch up with you.
5. Keep a Smile In Your Voice- Put a smile in your voice by putting a smile on your face. When you smile, it shows in your voice. This is especially important when talking on the phone or speaking to large groups where many can only hear-not see-you.
6. Modulate-Don’t allow your tone of voice to become monotonous, especially when speaking for a long time. You can modulate both the pitch and volume. Varying the tone and speed and pitch of your voice helps keep your audience interested.
Remember “enthusiasm” and “enthusiastic” are not the same. “Enthusiasm” is from within-it is your own Positive Mental Attitude ..An internal impelling forced of intense
Emotion-a power compelling creation or expression and always implies an objective or cause that’s to be pursued with devotion. “Enthusiastic” on the other hand, is an impelling external expression of …action. Thus the person who acts enthusiastic magnifies the power of suggestion and self-suggestion. The person who acts enthusiastic develops sincere, genuine enthusiasm.
PMA is the right mental attitude for each specific occasion. It is not the naïve belief that if one only looks on the bright side, everything will work out right. PMA is evaluating the situation, and then choosing a course of action that will bring about the desired results. It is the right attitude under the circumstances.
When you have the right mental attitude a Positive Mental Attitude –it will manifest itself in many ways that will help you achieve success personally and professionally. One of the most important, the very little difference that makes the very big difference, is-ENTHUSIASM-a vital ingredient for success-for achieving your goals-doing something that should be done-or for influencing or persuading groups of individuals
Enthusiasm is something that must come from your inner self. The word itself is derived from two Greek words, EN THEOS, which means "God within you” What a beautiful thought! But, the definition vividly illustrated that the responsibility rests squarely with us.
No other person can generate enthusiasm for us. Others may inspire us; that’s why we study the lives of great people, read motivational articles and books and listen to and watch inspirational audio and videocassettes. But permanent, sustained powerful enthusiasm comes only from within.
The emotions are not always immediately subject to reason, but they are always immediately subject to action (mental or physical). Furthermore, repetition of the same thought or physical action develops into a habit which, when repeated frequently enough, becomes an automatic reflex.
That’s why I use self-motivations, affirmations, self-commands, autosuggestion, platitudes or any other symbol that can be used deliberately to move myself to desirable action. You can use the same method: Here’s how it works: You merely repeat a verbal self-motivator 50 times in the morning-50 times in the night-for a week to ten days to imprint the words indelibly in your memory. The self-motivator will then flash from your subconscious to your conscious mind when you need it.
I have an inventory of self-motivators that have become such a part of me that the response is instantaneous and automatic; For example, to eliminate or neutralize fear-face problems more directly, turn advantages, strive for higher achievement-solve serious problems or control my emotions; I use one of my favorite self-motivators
v You have a problem. That’s good
v With every adversity there is a seed of an equivalent or greater benefit.
v What the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve with PMA
v Find one good idea that will work and work with that one good idea
v Do it now!!
v To be enthusiastic…ACT enthusiastic
Professionals in fields that depend upon their ability to influence others-ministers, salespeople, sales mangers, lawyers, public speakers and teachers have learned that to generate excitement in others, they need deeply rooted personal enthusiasm. Here are a few practical suggestions, mentioned previously in this column, to help you keep your own inner fires burning brightly.
1. Talk Loudly-This helps neutralize fear…if you are shaking inside when you stand before an audience.if you have butterflies in your stomach
2. Speak Rapidly-Your mind works faster than your speech. This will help you keep and stay focused
3. Emphasize-Make key words stand out to your audience. Words like “you” are especially important. We all want to know how an idea affects us personally
4. Pause-As you speak rapidly, pause for emphasis where there would bee a period or comma in the written word. Use the dramatic effect of silence to underscore a point and allow your audience to catch up with you.
5. Keep a Smile In Your Voice- Put a smile in your voice by putting a smile on your face. When you smile, it shows in your voice. This is especially important when talking on the phone or speaking to large groups where many can only hear-not see-you.
6. Modulate-Don’t allow your tone of voice to become monotonous, especially when speaking for a long time. You can modulate both the pitch and volume. Varying the tone and speed and pitch of your voice helps keep your audience interested.
Remember “enthusiasm” and “enthusiastic” are not the same. “Enthusiasm” is from within-it is your own Positive Mental Attitude ..An internal impelling forced of intense
Emotion-a power compelling creation or expression and always implies an objective or cause that’s to be pursued with devotion. “Enthusiastic” on the other hand, is an impelling external expression of …action. Thus the person who acts enthusiastic magnifies the power of suggestion and self-suggestion. The person who acts enthusiastic develops sincere, genuine enthusiasm.
REMEMBER: THE LITTLE DIFFERENCE THAT MAKES THE BIG DIFFERENCE IS
ATTITUDE
And with the right mental attitude, the very little difference that truly makes the big difference is ….ENTHUSIASM.
