f you want to be more successful, as a student, employee or entrepreneur, then you have to start thinking more like people who are successful.
Below are 15 phrases you'll never hear successful people use:
1. "I can't Do that!"
When the need for a drastic step to be taken to find a solution, the more successful people brace up, explore ways and learn to solve the problem as quickly as they can
2. "I don't Know how!"
Instead of giving up and automatically overlooking ways to find solutions, Successful people find whatever solutions necessary to succeed in a project.
3. "I don't know what that is"
This is One phrase most people are guilty of. Pleading ignorance doesn't make the problem go away, it only piles up and stares you hard in the face. Finishing the phrase with "...but I'll find a way out" is a sure-fire way to become successful
4. "I did Everything on my own!"
Successful people surround themselves with others who are smart, well informed and as dedicated as they are. Make sure you recognize those who have helped you or made an impact in your studies, work or life and you will continue to earn success and recognition for yourself.
5. "That's too early!" You'd never hear Dangote or Gbenga Adenuga saying "It's too early for me to be there", If they did, then maybe they'd never have gotten to where they are today. If there's any opportunity lying around somewhere, the most successful people make great efforts to be there because part of being successful is being at the right place at the right time.
6. "That's Too late!"
If you're asked to a 9pm tutorials or dinner by a reading partner or potential business partner, and you can make it, then definitely go. yes, you may be tired the next day, but imagine the knowledge you would have gathered or the connections you would have made? It will surely make all the difference you need.
7. "It's too bad we couldn't work together"
Never say never! Truly hitting it off with someone can be a rare occurrence but If you truly connect with someone and want to work with them, then find a way to make it happen.
8. "Let's catch up SOMETIME!"
Many times when we use this phrase, we normally do not mean it. We do not truly follow it up. successful people know that if they really want to catch up with someone, they make it happen.
9. "I'm sorry, I'm too busy!"
When an opportunity comes their way, successful people grab it and make it happen. This may take long hours but if you want something to work out, then you got to make the sacrifice.
10. "That was all my idea"
The most successful people spread wealth when it comes to handing out praise. Communicating praise and encouragement is a crucial part of building a successful career and culture.
11. "I don't want to read any book!"
Reading can help reduce stress, enhance creativity and boost your memory and intelligence. An American Tom Corley, founder of Rich Habit Institutes, found out that rich people read books at a much higher rate than poor people. He revealed that 63% of wealthy people listen to audio books while travelling or driving to work, against 5% of poor people.
12. "I'm not good enough!"
Part of being successful is having a high sense of self-worth. Being yourself is one trait that promises success in your school, business and personal life.So, brace up and practice confidence.
13. "It's okay!"
Successful people known when to walk away and stop taking excuses from people who disappoint them repeatedly. If someone is not just doing it right and preventing you from completing a project in time or moving forward in your goals, then it's time to set boundaries and limit your involvement with them.
14. "If my competitor doesn't have it, then I don't need it"
Copying and imitating a someone or a competitor is one of the big reasons why many students fail and companies die. True innovation comes from figuring out what competitors aren't doing and filling out the space to answer a need.
15. "I don't need a time off!"
True success should be seen as a well rounded approach, with vacations, weekends with friends and family and set relaxation time. Taking a break can actually make you better at what you do.
Credit: Entrepreneur
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