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Re: little vision + small goals + small steps = BIG SUCCESS

Bayu Amus — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:02:01 -0000

It's interesting to see how some are driven with the great vision, while some could care less about their long term goals and just keep their focus on getting good in what they're doing, and increase the challenge gradually; and both could reach big success.

Re: little vision + small goals + small steps = BIG SUCCESS

Jeffery Chen — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:49:23 -0000

Great post! But I still think dreaming big can give allow folks to visualize into the future and figure out the small steps that are required to make their dreams a reality. But at the same time, I always use small steps on activities I find challenging to create positive momentum.

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Re: little vision + small goals + small steps = BIG SUCCESS

Pat Tymchatyn — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:14:16 -0000

Great post - little steps equal success! I always struggled with finding a big vision/goal to hang my hat on . . . perhaps the little steps will help.

Re: little vision + small goals + small steps = BIG SUCCESS

Steve — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:40:13 -0000

Hi Richard:

The big key is taking that first step.

When I decided to become a full-time independent writer two years ago, I did just that. I resigned from my job but didn't "burn a bridge," exiting professionally and carrying that over into my new career.

Any yes, thise small steps add up.

Sincerely,

Steve

Re: Running Rio and into The 7-Continents Club

Robin Nelson — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 01:10:37 -0000

Great post, I concur completely and appreciate the time you took to write it. Cheers!

Re: Protected: 2. WORK

Farnaz — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 23:09:51 -0000

Great!!!!
Please post the 8 minutes talks for the rest of the chapters...

Re: Timeless Success Principles

How to make him want you back — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 12:44:30 -0000

Passion has so much energy. It can move mountains.

Re: Protected: 2. WORK

Brad — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:32:45 -0000

When I saw that each segment was 8 minutes I thought one of my recommendations would be to shorten them. But the time flew by and, in fact, I was left wanting more. I understand the graphics you use are part of your brand, but they seem outdated to me. Great inspiring content. Thanks for sharing this with us. I'm enjoying the wallpaper too.

Re: Protected: 2. WORK

Glyn Davies — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:41:48 -0000

Very clear and succinct, excellent presentations.
I would not change anything.
Excellent wallpaper BTW, been using it for months; since viewing TED presentation.

Re: 50,000-Watt People

How Do I Win the Lottery — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 10:30:03 -0000

Very interesting, thanks for sharing your thoughts

Re: Running Rio and into The 7-Continents Club

Thiago Peres — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:17:56 -0000

If I knew you'd be in Rio I would run the marathon just for having the pleasure of meeting you in person!

You're such an inpiration for me and I love to spread your message to all my friends.

Here in Brazil it's hard to start your own company coz we don't have that "build-a-company-in-your-dorm" culture but after I saw your presentation everyday of my life is being dedicated into having a happy life doing what I like doing and maybe be successful at it!

Thanks or like we say in portuguese: Muito obrigado!

Re: Timeless Success Principles

Win on numbers — Wed, 18 May 2011 22:16:23 -0000

I like passion the most. If you have it the others follow,

Re: Updated – 8 To Be Great Wallpaper Series – Free Downloads

Lottery Black Book — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:58:12 -0000

Nice one. Thanks.

Re: Endorphin outbreak spreads!

Tymchatyn — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:40:32 -0000

I agree I went out into the neighborhood for a walk and picked up a couple of bags full of garbage! Spring is sprung and the world will be green soon. Thanks for the message.

Re: Endorphin outbreak spreads!

Mike Sporer — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 13:35:07 -0000

Hey there, Richard! My doctor told me the reason I'm both disabled and healthy is my "attitude of gratitude". Sounds as if you are having a blast as well!

Re: SMELL or PUSH? Stop to smell the roses or push yourself hard?

hawaii vacation deals — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:44:34 -0000

Enjoyment and limits both must be balanced.

Re: Luck did not play a big part in Bill Gates' success

Kurt — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:22:28 -0000

Bill Gates, when asked if luck played a role in his success:
==
Luck played an immense role. Some of it came after I entered the business
world, but my lucky streak started much earlier than that.

I was fortunate to have family and teachers who encouraged me. Children
often thrive when they get that kind of attention.

I was incredibly lucky to become boyhood friends with Paul Allen, whose
insights proved crucial to the success of the company we founded together.
Without Paul, there would have been no Microsoft.

Our timing in setting up the first software company aimed at personal
computers was essential to our success. The timing wasn't entirely luck,
but without great luck it couldn't have happened.
==

Gates also writes:
==
"My friend Warren Buffett, who's often called the world's greatest investor, talks about how grateful he is to live at a time when his particular talents are valuable.

"Warren says if he'd been born a few thousand years ago, he'd probably have been some animal's lunch. But he was born into an age that has a stock market and rewards Warren for his unique understanding of the market.

"Football stars should feel grateful too, Warren says. ‘There just happens to be a game,' he says, ‘where it turns out that a guy who can kick a ball with a funny shape through goal posts a fair percentage of the time can make millions of dollars a year.' "
==

The above should not be taken to mean that efforts towards success are useless because it's all luck. I'm sure Gates would 100 percent disagree with that. As I see it, luck plays a larger and larger role the more "insane" a person's success is. In other words, luck probably plays a much larger role being a billionaire than it does in achieving a six-figure income.

Re: Downloads

USB 3G — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 23:42:09 -0000

Well, interesting post, thanks!

Re: It’s Nice to be Successful, and to be Successful be Nice

Danblackonleadership — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 02:38:55 -0000

Good post. Leaders should be nice and if they are it will lead to success. Keep leading and serving.

Dan
danblackonleadership.com

Re: SMELL or PUSH? Stop to smell the roses or push yourself hard?

Mike Sporer — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:03:48 -0000

Agreed, Richard. Pushing is what keeps me moving and stopping to smell the roses is simply a nice respite. Remember, the roses had to be planted an nurtured first......

Re: SMELL or PUSH? Stop to smell the roses or push yourself hard?

Monica Arthurson — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:47:03 -0000

I totally agree! It is so important to enjoy the moments and the important steps on the way towards a goal, not just rushing forward. On the other hand, I feel a good combination is to appreciate the small moments in life, and at the same time keep focus to reach your goal.
Monica Arthurson, from little Norway, with a big heart and big goals!

Re: SMELL or PUSH? Stop to smell the roses or push yourself hard?

Robin Walls — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:10:52 -0000

A healthy balance is important for most things in life. Finding it can be a challenge though!

Re: Running Rio and into The 7-Continents Club

Nicolee Faria — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:22:33 -0000

Awesome , whatever the goal, it is wonderful to complete it, and you guys did it. The whole ironman race should be a piece-of-cake :D :) Best wishes

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Re: Luck did not play a big part in Bill Gates' success

satellitedirect review — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 08:20:15 -0000

Thank you for so many and much information. It was fascinating to read. Thank you for sharing all these ideas with us and and keep up the good work.

Re: Running through adversity

David - SKORA — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:00:48 -0000

What a great adventure Richard! A testament to persistence. Great photos too! Cheers and happy running. David @skoraRunning