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A You Can Be More Productive & Successful!
Success and productivity depend on each other. Productivity without a sense of accomplishment isn’t very motivating or fulfilling. At the same time, success is never fully realized unless you’ve worked hard to achieve it. Some people are born rich, but most are not. Being wealthy doesn’t particularly mean you’re productive or successful. True success comes from honest, hard work, and a sense of accomplishment.
What’s Productivity?
Productivity and hard work are synonymous. The Oxford Dictionary states, “Productivity is the effectiveness of productive effort.” Successful productivity will require effective effort. And your productivity is influenced by, and is a result of, your values and goals.
Which direction are you headed? When you’re being productive you’re proactive, not reactive. When proactive you’re making plans, developing goals, being creative, and actively working. Being reactive or simply “coasting” along— waiting for things to improve— doesn’t lift you up. In fact, coasting usually only carries you farther downhill. Reaching your goals brings more than just financial rewards; it brings personal fulfillment and satisfaction from hard work and successful effort.
Writing and Reflection
To help you better understand your potential for success, throughout this Workbook you’ll be asked to write about your thoughts and experiences. There’s no substitute for the power of writing to clarify your feelings and ideas. Taking the time to reflect and record your thoughts can be an invaluable tool in understanding your motivation, strengths and weaknesses. It’s instrumental to making lasting changes.
“The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work.”
~ Anonymous
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