The ABC’s or the alphabet is something that every child learns at a very early age. It is the foundation for all communication.
It provides the characters, signs, and symbols upon which we build both written and verbal communication. In addition, the alphabet is defined as the first elements or principles similar to a branch of knowledge. Using the alphabet as a model gives everyone the ability to relate to the message and integrate new ideas.
There is an “ABC” model for success, and fortunately this model can be easily applied to our business. Although the model is simple the implementation of the model is not. Understanding of and commitment to the concepts is critical, for only when 100% are applied will the concepts produce success.
To understand how the specific pieces of the model can increase your business success review the model and rate yourself on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the most and 1 being the least desirable).
ABC’s for Success (Rating Concept)
Attention to Detail: The smallest detail counts even when you do not think someone else is looking
Boldness: Willingness to think and act with limitless creativity
Courage: Moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand difficulty—no matter what
Decisiveness: The ability to make the right decisions linked directly to current goals
Enthusiasm: Clearly defining your goals and providing positive emotion to every required task
Failure: A bad outcome that is not to be repeated, but is a lesson to be learned from and not dwelled upon
Generosity: The art of letting your heart speak at the right moment
Humor with Humility: The ability not to take life too seriously with a freedom from arrogance and boastful pride
Integrity: Absolute fidelity of truth
Judgment/Justice: The ability to make wise decisions and being equitable as well as impartial
Knowledge: The commitment to constantly obtain and apply it to your personal and professional world
Loyalty: Always being faithful to the promises that you make
Motivation: Find yours, understand it, and build from it
New Ideas: They are the foundation for success
Opportunity: Realize that one always exists and having the courage to seek it out and capitalize on it
Persuasiveness: The capacity to communicate your passion and beliefs
Quiet: Allow for time in every day for personal reflection
Renewal: Regeneration, rejuvenation, and reenergizing of yourself, your ideas, and your plan
Satisfaction: Give yourself credit when credit is due
Tact: Treating everyone in a respectful and appropriate manner
Unselfishness: Finding ways to help and provide for others—first
Virtue: The embodiment of good qualities that allows you to influence people on the basis of your character
Wisdom: Soundness of thoughts, decisions, and actions
You: Nothing works unless you do
Zeal: Eagerness to pursue your plans, your goals, and your vision
In those areas where you rated yourself between a one and a seven there is probably some dissatisfaction and developing a goal around that area will provide the focused activity needed for improvement. Where your rating fell between eight and ten give yourself credit for truly credit is due! Based on this quick exercise ask yourself which parts of the model do you want to improve and what committed action will you take? or Will you choose to let success pass you by because of a few missing pieces?
Personal and professional success is 100% in your control.
Have you made the commitment to pursue the actions necessary to ensure your success?
What are you waiting for?
Tammy A.S. Kohl is President of Resource Associates Corporation. For over 30 years, RAC has specialized in business and management consulting, leadership development, executive coaching and youth leadership. For more information visit www.resourceassociatescorp.com or contact RAC directly at 800.799.6227.
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