The Success Is In The Daily Action

The Success Is In The Daily Action

When we think about success, we might be tempted to look at the overall result and believe that is where the success lies. The end result is simply the product of daily action. Without doing something every day towards the goal, there wouldn't be anything to celebrate.

The old joke, "How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time" is a great example of how to achieve success. Nothing happens overnight. Success is in small consistent daily actions. When I work with clients on creating goals, I have them break down their goals into what they can do this month, this week and today. We create a strategic plan that enables the client to understand what has to happen each day to achieve the goal. Some clients are surprised that they can do something every day towards the goal, but actually it is the only way. When you examine how you have achieved, you will notice that the success came from the little steps you took along the way that added up and made the big difference.

Coaching

With the New Year here, this is a great time to establish a new goal or recommit to an old one. This time, however, don't focus so much on the end result, but the steps that need to be taken to achieve the goal. It can be overwhelming to think, "Oh my! I have to lose 75 pounds." But, if you look at it one day at a time and focus on what you need to do that day, it becomes easier. Attend to the daily actions and the end result will take care of itself.

Coaching Question

What are you willing to do today towards you goal?

Coaching Challenge

Create a strategic plan for one goal or change you would like to see happen this year. Map out the daily actions you will need to take. Keep in mind that the success comes in the daily action, so make a commitment to do something every day, and achieving your goal is guaranteed.

Daily Success Formula

Daily Action + Commitment = Success

Quotes

"The game of life is a game of boomerangs. Our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy." Florence Scovel Shinn

"The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." Lao Tzu

"The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones." William Faulkner