What is the secret to success? Well, that can be different for everyone. But some common ideas persist among successful people. If you want a boost to your career now and in the future, it’s helpful to look at a few important lessons you can live by. Here are several mottos to follow now and throughout your career.
Learn from Your Mistakes
“Failure is the key to success; each mistake teaches us something.” – Morihei Ueshiba
Mistakes don’t necessarily mean failure. What’s more important is how you react in the aftermath when something happens that wasn’t the outcome you were expecting. It’s critical to learn from your mistakes, so you avoid making the same ones again in your career.
Keep Your Social Life Private
“The secret of having a personal life is not answering too many questions about it.” -Joan Collins
It’s a good idea to separate your private life from your work. That doesn’t mean you can’t forge friendships and connections, but blurring that line can lead to an imbalance. Your employer should respect that you have a rich life outside of the office, so be sure to set boundaries along the way.
Celebrate Small Wins
“Acknowledge all of your small victories. They will eventually add up to something great.” – Kara Goucher
Not every day is going to be a ticker-tape parade. Success is made up of small wins, so you deserve to celebrate all of them. When you break your larger goals down into manageable, bite-sized tasks, be sure to celebrate each accomplishment so you can see how much you can achieve.
Teamwork is Everything
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller
No one goes through this life completely alone. Community is what makes us thrive. Your career is also an opportunity for collaboration. Rely on your team and know that everyone is there because they’re good at what they do, and together you can succeed.
Happiness is the Key to Success
“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.” – Albert Schweitzer
Finally, whatever you do, try to remember why you do it. What do you love about your job? Are you happy? Because without happiness, your accomplishments will feel empty. Finding a job you genuinely love will help you be more successful.
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