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Success cannot be defined by one single Quality, Characteristic or Psychological Trait. If it were that easy, than everyone would be successful and there would be no purpose for this article or Mind Map. Instead Success is rather a delicately blended mixture of Qualities, Characteristics and Traits that if balanced in the right combinations will help you attain the pinnacles of achievement. Just like the ingredients of an elegant meal, a little too much Confidence, or too little Attention to Detail and the entire recipe will fall apart when heated up in the oven. This IQ Matrix Mind Map breaks down the Indispensable Qualities of Success in the following ways:
The 1st Branch of this Mind Map delves into the Personal Traits and Emotional Qualities that are indispensable to success. The 2nd Branch of this Mind Map breaks down the indispensable Social aspects of success. The 3rd Branch of this Mind Map identifies the Intellectual and Effective Thinking habits that are required for success. The 4th Branch of this Mind Map unlocks the Spiritual qualities of success. The 5th Branch of this Mind Map discusses the habitual patterns of behavior that are required for success.
Confident
When we cultivate the quality of Confidence, everything naturally seems easier, more effortless and we have a tendency to act with deeper conviction and passion.
Patient
When we are Patient we make better decisions, are able to spot opportunities and tend to be far more relaxed when undertaking tasks and activities.
Grateful
Gratitude helps us appreciate the little things in life. It helps us appreciate what we have, and that naturally makes us feel good, and puts us in a positive frame of mind.
Competitive
A Competitive Spirit pushes us to our limits, forces us to think intelligently about our circumstances, and entices us to step outside our Comfort Zones in order to do whatever it takes to win at the game of life.
Humble
When we cultivate the quality of being Humble, this naturally opens our minds to alternate perspectives while enabling us to learn from our environment and others in ways that we would not have realized was possible.
Friendly
When we come across as being Friendly, this naturally makes us very approachable to other people. When a person is approachable it enables them to attract the right kinds of circumstances, people and opportunities into their life that will help them achieve their goals and objectives.
Forgiving
When we lack the capacity to forgive others for their indiscretions or mistakes, we tend to hold onto those negative feelings, and they tend to manifest in our lives in very limiting ways. Not only do they influence our mood, but they also have a lasting impact on our decision making and the thought process that goes into making those decisions. Forgiving others, naturally allows us to let go of these negative emotions, and enables us a greater clarity of thought. Finally, it is also very important to forgive yourself for mistakes and errors you have made in the past. Blaming yourself for these behavior will eat you up little-by-little until every segment of your life is absorbed with ill-feelings.
Living Passionately
Passionate Living comes from the heart. Its not something that you switch On or Off at a moments notice, it is instead something that You Become wholeheartedly inside and out. Living passionately will magnetically attract into your life the opportunities, people and circumstances you need to get you what you want most in life.
Independent
Living Independently does not mean that you do not rely on others to help you achieve your goals and objectives. What it does mean is that you Dont Need To Rely on Others to achieve your goals and objectives because you have built up the necessary Knowledge, Resources and Experience to achieve what you want most in life. You do however choose to put your trust in others because you realize that you must leverage your time whenever possible.
and that you face challenges head-on with a sense of excitement and confidence that life just simply does not get any better than this. Yet, as you awaken the very next morning you realize that life has actually become even better than it was the day before, and this naturally strengthens your Desire to make the most of this brand new day.
Is Determined
Determination signifies that no matter what life throws your way, that you will Never, Never Quit in the face of adversity. You are determined to achieve your goals and objectives, and you will do Whatever It Takes no matter how long it takes in order to reach your desired outcomes.
Courageous
Unless we have the courage to step outside of our Comfort Zones, to push the boundaries of what is possible, and to move beyond what we know, than we will simply fail to live up to our full potential.
Genuinely Caring
Caring for others, for life, ourselves and our circumstances comes from the heart. When people truly care about their goals and objectives, and care about the outcomes that each of their actions may potentially produce, they naturally become more socially aware and adept to the world around them.
Fun Loving
Having a Fun Loving nature means that we see the Brighter Side of Life no matter how dreadful or dire the consequences we find ourselves in.
Fun Loving individuals tend to relax more, stress less, enjoy life and also tend to be more Creative. All of these tendencies naturally help them achieve their goals and objectives far more easily and effortlessly.
Sincere
Being Sincere means that we are genuine and honest when dealing with other people and circumstances. We dont hide our true selves behind a mask or veil, and we certainly dont tell people what they want to hear. We may soften our approach at times, however this does not take away from our sincerity. Being sincere means that we are very approachable and likable, and this in turn attracts a greater array of people and opportunities our way. Generous When we are Generous of our time, money and heart, we naturally radiate a positive energy an energy that shows other people that we give more than what we take, and as a result we become useful to society, we become an important voice within the community and we radiate an aura of Influence Over Others.
daily basis. This naturally strengthens your ability to deal with the unexpected consequences of your decisions and actions. There are many people out there who limit themselves to experiencing only a few emotions. By doing this, they are putting themselves at a massive disadvantage. Not only do they fail to grow emotionally, but they also fail to develop the psychological resilience they need to effectively deal with the unexpected circumstances that life throws their way. Hence, it is important never to resist the emotions you feel, but rather genuinely experience them and take time to understand the message that they are sending your way.
Is Always Smiling
When we smile we immediately radiate a powerful and magnetic energy thats very attractive to others. This will naturally make you more approachable and will help you to attract more opportunities into your life.
Influences by Example
Nobody likes a dictator who tells you what to do but doesnt do it themselves. The greatest form of Influence Over Other People is your ability to Influence by Example; meaning that you effectively Become and Do what you would like others to Become and Do in return.
Always Contributing
The more you Contribute to peoples lives, to the community and to organizations, the greater Influence and Respect you effectively gain in the eyes of your Peers. This will, over time help attract the opportunities you need to achieve your goals and objectives.
Complimentary of Others
People like to know that you respect and appreciate them. As a result they will respect and appreciate you in return. To do this, simply be genuinely complimentary of others when within their company, and they will in-turn be more open to your ideas and suggestions.
Challenges Others
Successful people always challenge themselves to move beyond their present abilities. Likewise they know that in order to get the best out of others, they must also challenge them to live up to their fullest potential each and every day.
Successful people constantly seek like-minded associations who have similar interests, beliefs, values, goals and perspectives about life. They realize that these people are congruent with whom they seek to become, and as such will support them wholeheartedly as they move forward towards the achievement of their goals and objectives.
Listens Insightfully
When we listen openly without judgment or criticism, we allow ourselves the opportunity to understand the true meaning behind a persons message. This shows them that we genuinely care and respect who they are and the message they are attempting to get across to us. As a result we will gain their respect and admiration in return.
Pure Optimism is a very endearing quality. However, it can very quickly become a weakness because it literally blindsides the individual into thinking that everything will be okay no matter what they do, think or decide. The alternative is to become an Optimistic Realist. This means that you expect that positive things will happen, however you also have the necessary Forward Thinking to understand that there will be obstacles along your path, and that you must adapt your approach if you want to attain your goals and objectives.
Open Minded
Being Open Minded means that you acknowledge other peoples perspectives, that you take time to understand alternative ideas, and that you dont lose yourself within your own personal view of the world. In this way you will open up the channels of communication and understanding between you and other people helping you to more readily learn from others mistakes and identify opportunities that come your way.
The emotion you are experiencing right now started with a single thought. The decision you just made, started with a single thought. And the life you see before you today, started with a single thought long, long, long ago. Becoming aware of your thoughts, is the first step to change. Once you realize that your thoughts are the cause of all your problems in life, than you can begin to consciously transform them accordingly. With a Sense of Awareness you are able to see your life from a new perspective and from a variety of angles without this Sense of Awareness you may as well be walking blind through a thick fog, not knowing what you are going to stand on as you take your next step.
Thinks Diligently
To Think Diligently means being able to think in a disciplined, patient and proactive manner that enables you to effectively filter out any distractions that may come your way.
Thinks Strategically
Strategic Thinking is a balance of Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and Creativity. All of which are of primary importance when it comes to thinking flexibly under difficult conditions when effective decisions need to be made.
Ambitious
Having Ambition provides you with energy, with a sense of confidence, and a willingness to learn, grow and become more than what you are today.
Disciplined
When you are Disciplined you naturally stick at a task for longer, you are more diligent in your actions, and you are more patient when it comes to making effective choices and decisions.
Never Judges
He who Judges others for their decisions and actions is effectively acknowledging their own weaknesses within this area. Many people are quick to judge others, and yet they rarely take the time to critically judge their own behaviors and actions. By Judging others suggests that you are closed-minded about alternative perspectives that contradict your own. This could very well prevent you from spotting potential opportunities that you may need in order to help you achieve your goals and objectives.
Never Complains
No matter how bad things seem, no matter how tired you feel, and no matter how much others are trying to steal your dream, You Never Complain, because you realize that the moment you complain is the precise moment you are giving-in to others, events and circumstances. Furthermore, it is also the moment that you give-up on reaching your objectives and dreams.
may take you slightly longer than you imagined, but you will get there as long as you Keep Moving Forward.
Constantly Alert
When you cultivate the quality of Alertness you become more attuned to other people, to yourself and to the events and circumstances of your life enabling you to spot opportunities and identify new paths towards your goals and objectives that you were simply not aware of before.
Focused on Solutions
Where others only see problems you see an opportunity or solution to grow, to take action or to make a more effective decision. In your eyes, problems are simply gifts wrapped in toilet paper. They might not look very appealing on the outside, however when you take upon your shoulders the task of unwrapping that toilet paper you soon get a taste of all the wonders that are hidden within. In order to focus on solutions, you must learn to ask better and more effective questions on a daily basis.
Taking Intelligent Risks means weighing up all of the pros and cons of a decision before taking decisive action. This requires good Critical Thinking and Forward Thinking Skills.
Relishes Challenges
A person who is primed for success absolutely Relishes the Challenges that life throws their way. Without Challenges and Problems there is no excitement, and without excitement there is no fulfillment.
Seeks Excellence
Excellence is not something you Do but rather something you Become over time. A person who is destined for Greatness naturally endeavors to perform at their highest level, and at their peak potential each and every day. They seek to attain levels of Excellence that others have yet to achieve, and they desire to live up to the highest standards that they set themselves each and every day.
Always Growing
A person who is on the path to greatness experiences each day as an opportunity to Grow and become more than they were the day before. They will grow by moving beyond the obstacles that stand in their way, grow by learning from the people they interact with every day, and grow from seemingly the most irrelevant experiences that help to mold their personalities like clay.
When you keep seemingly insignificant promises to yourself, you effectively create a surge of energy that strengthens your Belief Systems, encourages the development of New Habits, and effective transforms your Self-Concept. A quote by the wonderful author Stuart Wilde that has stuck with me for many years says it in 4 words: My Word My Law!
| Download Sample pdf | The Indispensable Qualities of Success presented within this post and within the accompanying Mind Map only scratch the surface of the Psychology of Achievement. You may very well over time begin cultivating many of the Success Qualities listed here, however unless you really take the time to understand the interconnections between your thoughts, emotions, beliefs, values and other psychological factors, than you will probably never realize your full potential. The greatest obstacle to the achievement of success in life is Personal Self-Sabotage. This is when we think, decide and behave in a specific way that directly or indirectly sabotages the progress we are trying to make towards the achievement of our goals and objectives. Understanding how these factors come about and how they connect to different aspects of our psychology is fundamentally critical in helping us overcome these silent saboteurs. And this is where the MasterMind Matrix comes into play. Take a Journey through the MasterMind Matrix to learn more.
Final Thoughts
It has been said that Success is more of a Journey rather than a Final Destination. This couldnt be further from the truth when it comes to cultivating the Indispensable Qualities of Success presented here. However, dont expect that you will wake up tomorrow and suddenly transform your life overnight by adopting all of these qualities into your psychology. Unfortunately life doesnt work that way.
We are all Creatures of Habit that have taken weeks, months, years and even decades to develop and become who we are today. These habits do not suddenly change overnight. However, they do change over time if we actually take the time to consciously transform them with purpose and disciplined action. To do this, begin by printing out this IQ Matrix Mind Map and select 1 or 2 qualities each week that you will progressively take time to condition into your psychology. However, dont just select these qualities, actually take the time to draw up a Plan of Action or better yet a Mind Map presenting you with at least a handful of ideas that will help you adopt these qualities into your psychology as you go about your day. Finally, remember to be patient with yourself. Nothing ever good happens when we rush head first into things that we are not familiar with I hope you enjoyed this post. If you have any further queries or questions, or would like to share your experiences about this topic, than please do so in the comments section below. Finally, please download this Free IQ Matrix Mind Map from the IQ Matrix Shop.