Monday, February 13, 2017

Building Blocks of the Pyramid of Success

Block 1: Industriousness
"In plain and simple English this means hard work. Very hard work. There is no substitute for every hard work when it comes to success"

Block 2: Enthusiasm

Enthusiasm means intense and eager enjoyment, interest or approval. To be enthusiastic you have to be patient, be creative,be reasonable, be proud, and be positive etc. " It is the engine that powers all blocks of the Pyramid.It is why i chose industriousness and Enthusiasm as the cornerstones of the pyramid of success

Block 3: Friendship

Friendship is the emotions or conduct of friends, the state of being friends. The true meaning of friendship is a bond between people who've made a similar commitment and who possibly share a similar destiny. It implies the deepest connections. What draws people together as friends are common interests, common values, equality, most importantly a commitment to your happiness. "Comes from mutual esteem, respect and devolution. Like marriage it must not be taken for granted but requires a join effort."

Block 4: Loyalty

Loyalty is a strong feeling of support or allegiance; the quality of being loyal to someone or something. For example, lets say you're in a relationship , you have to be loyal to your partner as in being faithful to ones obligations. You can also be loyal to yourself by being true with others and stay committed. Someone who is loyal is trustworthy and you can be sure that this person will be there for you anytime anywhere. Also someone who is loyal has a strong positive strong emotion in regard of others. "To yourself and to all those depending upon you. Keep your self-respect."



Block 5: Cooperation


Cooperation is the process of working together to the same end. Cooperation requires individuals to actively listen to one another, such as when someone in a relationship must understand the actions of their partner. Cooperation also involves recognizing strengths and weaknesses to improve overall result. Examples of cooperation is treating people equally and showing willingness to do more than expected. Cooperation is important because it allows people and groups to work together to achieve a common goal or derive mutual benefits." With all levels of your co-workers. Listen if you want to be heard. Be interested in finding the best way, not in having your own way"


Block 6: Ambition


Ambition is a strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work to achieve success. For example, lets say you want to be a Forensic Anthropologists when you're older, in order to become that you have to show passion as in study really hard and take classes required to be a Forensic Anthropologist and be determined to accomplish the goal. Another example is that since i want to be a professional goalie then I am going to do what it takes to get to that level and get noticed. I'm going to practice everyday to get better because I am ambition about what I want to do. "For noble goals"


Block 7: Self-Control


Self-Control is an aspect in inhibitory control, its to regulate ones emotions, thoughts and behavior in the face of temptations and impulses. For example, lets say there is this bully that happens to bug you and you want to do something about it to end the situation but it can cause in chaos, so instead you take deep breaths and try to calm yourself down and just say to yourself that it isn't the right thing to do. Another example is that like a dog in order for him to earn a treat they put a treat on their nose and if they move just to eat it they aren't using self-control and if they don't eat it that's because they are controlling their behavior. "Practice self-discipline and keep emotions under control. Good judgement and common sense are essential."


Block 8: Alertness

 Alertness is the quality of being alert. In other words it means that you always have to be open minded and think outside the box. Think ahead of others. For example, in school you have to be alert that its not the time to be fooling around once you start going into your sophomore year because if you just don't care then you won t be having an easy future you're going to have to be struggling more than what you already have been struggling. Another example is that in some situations you have to be alert of some of the consequences you can get if you don'y pay attention." Be observing. Stay open-minded. Be eager to learn and improve."


Block 9: Initiative

Initiative is the ability to assess and initiate things independently. In other words it also means the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do. For example, lets say you're going to do an interview in order to be initiative you have to have an initial presentation as in walk-in strong and confident and have your portfolios as in resume and references to show them how initiative you are. By being initiative you have to be alert for ways to make something better.Take it upon yourself, always think ahead so you can overcome obstacles like if they weren't there in the first place. "Cultivate the ability to make decisions and think alone. Do not be afraid of failure, but learn from it."

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