Episode 13: 11 Signs you are going to be more successful than you think

Lunch With The Garzas

11 signs you’re going to be even more successful than you think

People underestimate themselves
they look at ceos and a large bank account and see them as way more successful than they are But if youre following your passions, constantly learning, and making solid relationships, youre on the right track for success

You’re always looking for a better way to do things
You cant focus on the future if youre stuck in the past The phrase “Thats how we’ve always done it” probably drives you crazy You constantly have to ask “why is it done this way” Resistance is the quickest way to stall your career and yourself Always be thinking “What if we did it this way”

You have a vision for the kind of life you want
Stop asking yourself “What job do I want” Start asking “What life do I want” and how does this gig fit into the overall vision Doesn’t matter if youre look a year or a decade ahead, as long as youre making an effort Ask yourself “What does my ideal average day look like?” Ask “What kind of people do I want to be connected with or meeting frequently”

Using your “signature strengths”
Simply using the skills you’re uniquely good at The more you use these
happier more respect Feel good about what you’re doing
Plus the more you use these the more you’re going to achieve

You’re open to failure
Everyone has to be open to failure or occasional failure, if it means trying something new If you haven’t fell flat on your ass recently, you’re not trying hard enough

Willing to take calculated risks
It’ll be impossible to find one successful person who hasn’t taken on some risk here and there Indiana creatives Aether Hempworx Full time Having another kid in between all of this

You respect the janitor like the CEO
The importance of maintaining good relationships with people Its all about who you know and who they know Don’t burn bridges Endless Resources Overall “Don’t be an asshole”

You show a “beginners mind”
Constantly curious Constantly see the world as brand new as if you didnt know anything about it. Huge advantage is business This is necessary to take off the constraints that cause us to come up with old answers to difficult problems Stop worrying about everything that has happened, which is a lot im sure, and say “OK” whats going on right now

Take time everyday to learn
Schedule some time daily Constantly expand your horizons Self awareness Personal development Business development

You’re Self-Aware
Those who have a more accurate picture of how theyre coming off tend to be more successful Need 2 loving critics If we can stop, listen and think for a sec about how others see us, theres a great opportunity there Compare who you want to be with who you currently are and start closing the gap

Show gratitude
Benefits relationships, health and career Opens doors to relationships Reduces negativity Step back in both good and bad times

Self Compassion
Quit being hard on yourself Positive internal dialogue Understanding everyone makes mistakes Being aware of your thoughts and feelings with succumbing to them Treat yourself as a friend who has failed at something, support yourself