December Topic: Define Success
By Katja Chen, Independent Consultant with Isagenix International
Google’s definition of success is, “The accomplishment of an aim or purpose”.
At first glance, I don’t like this definition because I immediately think it is tied to a set goal or deadline. For example, a certain amount of income; a title like director; or, a marathon champion.
For 2023, I absolutely have a title and a monthly income as my target. However, achieving those targets does not define my success. Titles and compensation are the results of little steps taken consistently over a period of time. Those little steps are the successes I will celebrate!
I drank more water this week than last week. Success!
I reached out to new people every day this week. Success!
I spent more quality time with my family this week. Success!
I implemented a new tool I learned. Success!
I had uncomfortable conversations I avoided in the past. Success!
I am better today than I was yesterday. Success!
Looking back at the Google definition from that angle, I do like it! Like Wayne Dyer once said, “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”
What are some seemingly small things that YOU accomplish daily or weekly? I welcome you to take a moment to recognize them as successes and to celebrate them accordingly.
How different would it feel, how proud and confident would we all be if we recognized the small wins and called them successes, instead of waiting for that promotion, title, or financial reward?
Here’s to ALL your successes in 2023!