Lesson #6 - The Extra Plus in Leadership: Attitude
Question #1- What’s the difference between people who see themselves as victors or victims? Which one usually wins?
Question #2- What is your single greatest takeaway from this lesson? Why?
Please answer the questions and respond to other posts
***“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” -Michael Jordan
Lesson 6 Question 1:
ReplyDeletePeople who see themselves as victims complain about how life is unfair. With a victim mindset it affects everyday life and the people around you. A Victor knows life is unfair to everyone accepts challenges and overcomes the hard times. I was recently told I have a sense of victimology. Things seemed unfair and when I thought I was looking for answers I was blaming others for not getting them. It certainly sucked to hear but I thought about it and now after reading this chapter feel bad If I spent a lot of time complaining to those close to me about it. I have also at time heard people complaining about similar circumstances. I don’t mind it because it gives me the opportunity to give positive advice and hope for people. Its alot easier to know that everybody has struggles. No body is alone everyone deals with it in there own way. I tend to look up to those who seem like nothing is wrong. There is they just take lives punches and move on. Its easier said than done but Im working on it. So who usually wins? The victor! They don’t let the bad get them down they continue to appreciate what they have and have a more positive impact on others.
Kyle, you are absolutely right that each of us have our own struggles and that it is not always easy to remain positive. I believe it is the attitude of continuing to put one foot in front of the other. Sometimes you are slowly making your way to the top of Mt. Whitney carrying a 40 pound pack and other times you are you are running a downhill trail when its 65 degrees and your favorite song playing.
DeleteYou've got this brother...one foot in front of the other!
We all have something to complain about but the question should be, what are we doing about it. To reduce complaints we need more solutions! More of us need to just step up and get involved with problem solving and encouraging our brothers and sisters to do the same.
DeleteI believe it can be healthy to "vent" about things we don't understand or agree with. When venting changes to complaining it becomes unhealthy. We need to afford people the space to process through their own emotions or stances when their faced with challenges. As a leader we'll need to be watchful so we don't foster complaining under the auspices of someone processing a change.
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ReplyDeleteIn the first sentence of the chapter it asked to write down someone I admire. Then write 5 things I admire most about them. Ironically the first thing I wrote was attitude. As I skimmed through areas I highlighted attitude showed up most. Of course there was fear, failure, success and passion. But how positive attitude vs negative attitudes affect others and myself. I enjoy surrounding myself with positive people. Especially positive people who have gone through hard times. It lets me know that through hard times my feelings of fear can keep me from accomplishing what I have a passion for. So my take is from page 133, “You need to maintain a positive attitude and a strong belief in yourself even when you fall flat.”
Many times keeping a positive attitude in challenging times can be difficult. But to your point, we all enjoy being around positive people and just because they are positive doesn’t mean they haven’t dealt with tough times or difficult issues.
DeleteThere is a lot of learning when "LISTENING" to those who have struggled or gained wisdom through their circumstance, we just need to have that ear to hear.
DeleteKyle, I agree. I find myself be affected by the attitudes of those I surround myself with, both positive and negative. I admire positive people, absorb their energy, and try to improve upon myself using their positivity to guide me.
DeleteKyle, I find my self a lot times just listening and observing people to see what motivates them or things I can learn from them.
DeleteKyle I agree with that statement. I don't have time to deal with people who are not positive. I realized over the past year there are so many positive people in the world and that is who I try to surround myself with.
DeleteVictors don’t always win, in fact they may have many failures along the way. Those failures provide perspective, experience, growth and different avenues to succeed. “If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again”. It is the persistence and attitude of an individual that allows them to continue to try and try again.
ReplyDeleteOn the contrary, victims either never possessed the attitude of positivity or more likely may have been kicked while they were down…intentionally or not. I believe we all hold some of these feelings that can limit us from getting back up to try and try again. A victim or a person with a victim attitude may not put themselves out there and usually will not take ownership in their own failures. It becomes the blame game which is not helpful to achieve success. John C. Maxwell mentions that he gives himself just twenty-four hours to celebrate success or cry over failure. I think this is a great idea…certainly for the failures. Get back up, dust yourself off and try, try again!
I also think it is important for us to remember that if someone is playing the victim card, they may need added encouragement or an approach that provides small wins on the journey to overall success. Although it would be easier to write them off, growth by both parties can not be achieved without dedication, care for those we work with and leadership of all members.
To answer the second question, the victor usually wins because of a positive attitude and perseverance.
Very well said
DeleteGreat insight Travis, learning doesn't take place if you always win. I always say "the difference between success and failure is perspective". Success for someone may be huge after 20 attempts. Keep perspective at the forefront.
DeleteI also like Maxwell’s 24-hour rule. We can celebrate or cry for 1 day, then move on. Someone once told me when he writes an email in anger. He does not send it out for 24 hours. Usually, the next day he deletes the email when he has had time to think about it. When I get upset, I tell myself just give it a day, and I’m over it.
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ReplyDeleteATTITUDE is everything, it allows you to have the mindset of the lion chaser!
Quit living as if the purpose of life is to arrive safely at death. Run to the roar.
Set God-sized goals. Pursue God-given passions.
Go after a dream that is destined to fail without divine intervention.
Stop pointing out problems. Become part of the solution.
Stop repeating the past. Start creating the future.
Face your fears. Fight for your dreams.
Grab opportunity by the mane and don’t let go!
Live like today is the first day and the last day of your life.
Burn sinful bridges. Blaze new trails.
Live for the applause of nail-scarred hands.
Don’t let what’s wrong with you keep you from worshiping what’s right with God.
Dare to fail. Dare to be different.
Quit holding out. Quit holding back. Quit running away.
Chase the lion.
As stated in the book, even if you never catch the lion, you’ll never regret trying.
Travis, almost everything described in those words are actions. In them I see pursuit, not inaction.
DeleteThe image that this conjured in my mind was that of a warrior running to battle. Having only my imagination and images from TV, movies, or bible chapters to draw from, I drew a parallel to the mindset of viking warriors. They've been represented as having high value for fighting, pillaging and conquering enemies and new territory. When it came to their mortality they put the highest value on dying well. Not to go further into the belief of their after-life, their entire existence, family name and future was dependent on them dying in battle. They lived for this. I can take some value from that perspective, in that there is more to life than comfort. Pursuing purpose is of great value to me, even though it means going through difficulties. It means action.
Arn, that is a great perspective that you have and I certainly agree that a life of only comfort is most certainly not one of much growth. I like the last two sentences you wrote, the pursuit is part of the journey and ALL that is endured along the way. I believe in having the mindset to take action as well.
DeleteThank you for sharing your thoughts.
Certainly a great part of the lesson Travis. Great points to ponder. I liked grab opportunity by the mane and don’t let go.
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ReplyDeleteA victim will believe that things happen to them and they may become disabled by that. A victor believes they either make things happen or take things as they come then respond to them. I’ve learned that it’s always better to have a response to things rather than a reaction. A reaction can be characterized as something we do based on our feelings while a response is something based on our intellect. We all have the ability to react or respond. It’s truly about what we train ourselves to do. When I’ve responded to circumstances by using thought rather than emotion it usually leads to a better outcome. Victims can only win peoples empathy or pity. Victors, by name are winners. It's important to note that just because you respond to something out of your intellect vs your emotions it's not a guarantee of "winning". I'd prefer not to consider these options as winning or losing. Rather, that we get to choose how we influence outcomes, which most likely will be good when we respond and not react.
Really like the last thought
DeleteVery well stated!
DeleteThat is great insight Arnie, a response of intellect!
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ReplyDeleteI believe attitude is very important. Attitude sets the tone for how we will perceive things and people. It will influence our effort, our trust, our faith and our hope. What’s great about attitude is that we are in complete control of it. I used to think that other people could make me mad, sad, glad, pick an emotion. I was wrong. I’m the ONLY one that can set my attitude. While others can influence the attitude I choose, it remains my choice. Being able to choose gratefulness in the midst of poor circumstances is quite freeing! Really, I feel more in control of my life when I stay aware that I choose my attitude. For me this also goes back to what defines me. My circumstances, struggles, victories or losses do not define me. My faith is that I am who Christ says I am. He says I am seated with him in heavenly places and that I have the victory. When I stand that up to everything else I face, I can stand tall and confident.
Like the point that you made regarding control of your attitude, and it can be freeing to control attitude that can result in affecting your choices, perceptions and responses.
DeleteVERY WELL STATED.
DeleteAwesome Arnie, You certainly seem to have your emotional influence in check. I sometimes don’t. Ill get frustrated by what people tell me then I reflect on not letting it get to me then Im more upset for getting frustrated in the first place. I love the quote from the anger management movie, “Your temper is the one thing you cant get rid of by losing it”. Funny movie but great line.
DeleteGreat Perspective Arnold, I have learned over the years sometimes you just have to keep things to a positive light and not worry about what you can't control.
DeleteAll great points Arn. Others can influence your attitude, but how we allow that influence to affect us is completely within our control.
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ReplyDeleteQuestion #1- What’s the difference between people who see themselves as victors or victims? Which one usually wins?
Someone who sees themselves as the victim will never be able to solve problems. They will always blame their problems on someone else and lack accountability. I see this in my kids. I will give them a chore as I leave for work. When I get home, and they have not completed the chore, I ask them why? The first thing they do is deflect the question. Then, they give excuses and finally end with telling me why it wasn’t fair. Sometimes they even lie. When this happens, I try not to lose my temper. I explain to them that they need to own up and be accountable. Be accountable, and just tell me that you didn’t do the chore. I explain that the consequences will always worsen if they make an excuse or lie because they will be consequences for not completing the chore and not being honest. No one will want to work with people who do not take responsibility for their actions and choices, especially those trying to manage or lead them. Victors are people who own up to their mistakes and learn from them. Like John C. Maxwell quoted Sarah Rapp, “our egos are our own worst enemy.” I understand what she was suggesting. We can’t allow our egos to keep us from being accountable or allowing us to avoid difficult situations because being accountable and engaging in difficult situations helps us grow and improve. I notice this in myself when doing simulations with a group of my peers. I would try to hide so that I wouldn’t be called on and look like a fool in front of them. I soon realized that I was avoiding learning opportunities. I have to make mistakes and learn from them to be a successful Captains and leaders. I believe the victor will always “win.” They will grow and learn to be a better leader.
Really powerful points
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ReplyDeleteQuestion #2- What is your single greatest takeaway from this lesson? Why?
The greatest takeaway I received from this lesson is: don’t be afraid to fail. We work in a very competitive field, so I think we are all competitive by nature. We want to be the best at what we do, but we can lose sight and think we don’t make mistakes. I still have yet, seen someone run a “perfect” incident. There will be some mistakes. This is why we have after-action reviews, even if it’s a quick “hot wash.” We do it to talk about what we learned and how to improve the next time. We have very competent people, who we all look up to, and even they make mistakes. I like when Maxwell challenges us to place ourselves in difficult situations so we can improve our attitude and grow in our decision-making. I believe a good attitude is the single most important trait in a great leader.
Mark I totally agree with you. If we never fail how to we learn. Life is a series of failures in which we learn upon and become better. We learn from others failures as well. Attitude is key and not be afraid to fail in order to learn is important as well. Good stuff Mark.
DeleteMark, I like the point you made...it is quite important to not be afraid of failure. It can cause paralysis in our growth. I too have felt the lack of desire to put myself out there and certainly have missed valuable opportunities to grow.
DeleteYou are so right, the "perfect" incident has yet to come and that's okay as long as we recognize how we can improve. I really admire those who are honest with their failures...small or large, it's having humility.
If you have not attempted something then you have already failed! Stepping out is success whether you scored enough or not! Mark, you took the last Captains test and succeeded because in my eyes you put yourself out there and went it so now your reward was a good foundation for the next test!
ReplyDeleteI agree Chief, I learned so much from that experience. Thank you!
DeleteQuestion #1 – Victors find a way to accomplish their goals, whatever it takes. Victims blame others for their failures and are unable to learn and grow. In this chapter, a part that stood out was when they quoted JFK's speech about "ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country." That's obviously a very famous quote, and I've heard it many times before, but I didn't truly grasp its meaning until now. Too often, people are willing to sit back and let things be handed to them, and there's a sense of entitlement that comes along. We've swayed away from working hard for the things we want/need. If we don't put in the effort and are constantly handed things, we don't learn to appreciate what we have, and there's no accountability.
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DeleteI agree. If we don’t put in the work, we will never change. I think if someone complains, we should challenge them to make an effort to change it. Good work, Mike!
DeleteQuestion #2 – My single most significant takeaway from this lesson is its importance to embrace failure. There are a couple of reasons for this: First, failure gives us an opportunity to learn and grow. I take failure for what it truly is – First Attempt In Learning. Second, if we don’t put ourselves in a position where failure might be an outcome, we truly aren’t challenging ourselves. If we haven’t failed at one point in our lives, it probably means that we aren’t trying anything new.
ReplyDeleteFailure is part of the process; picking yourself up and moving forward is the attitude test!
DeleteLike how you put that Steve
DeleteExactly right Mike, it is about challenging ourselves and getting back up after getting knocked down. That is the real test in my view. Good stuff
DeleteFailure happens when you are pushing your limits, you can only grow and become a better you when you fail at something.
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ReplyDeleteVictors can see through failure and understand life often is not fair, challenging, and biased at times. However, still possessing the drive and attitude to move forward. I frequently have this conversation with my three boys to instill the notion that “life is a marathon, not a sprint,” and no matter how high the hill, you will succeed! Individuals that engage in victors type attitudes always persevere no matter the mountain (challenge) that faces them.
In contrast to victors, victims adopt the mindset of hopelessness. This specific way of thinking begins to erode a person's desire to work hard, get back up or push through. This inhibits people from succeeding in situations that usually would have been successful.
I completely agree Steve, victors will not allow failures to keep them from trying again.
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DeleteI like what you told your children. Sometimes it’s good to slow down and finish than to rush and give up. Awesome Steve!
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ReplyDeleteFailure is part of the process! I know this statement to be accurate. However, I admit that I get blinded by the light and forget this idea, especially when I am frustrated and disappointed. Reconfirming and reinforcing this idea that you will fail and that this is part of a successful process solidifies this way of thinking. Lastly, it reminds me that as Company Officers and fathers, that we must continue to pass this information onto the ones we lead.
It can often be challenging to find the positives in failing, especially when we put in so much effort to succeed. In times like this, we have to remind ourselves how much our attitude affects those around us.
DeleteSteve, as long as you don't quit you will achieve what you want. It's when you quit, that's when you become a failure and a poor example.
DeleteFailure is humbling, I believe this builds character and its not about getting knocked down, its about how you get back up! "Everyone has a plan, until they get punched in the mouth" Mike Tyson
DeleteIt can often be challenging to find the positives in failing, especially when we put in so much effort to succeed. In times like this, we have to remind ourselves how much our attitude affects those around us.
ReplyDeleteQuestion #1- What’s the difference between people who see themselves as victors or victims? Which one usually wins?
ReplyDeleteThese questions tie back to an earlier lesson about failure. Thomas Edison once said, "I've never failed, I've just found 10,000 ways something doesn't work." That is a victor mentality. A victor sees opportunity in all failed situations until they find a way that works.
Love all these comments and interaction to this point. I've seen growth in everyone's responses since the first lesson. Keep up the good work and keep pushing forward.
Lesson6 question#1 What’s the difference between people who see themselves as victors or victims? Which one usually wins? The difference is people who see themselves as victors have a “no quit mentality”. These are the type of people who will do “ whatever it takes” to accomplish their goals and win. A victor does not let people with a victim mentality influence them or deter them from what they want to accomplish. Victims have a “nothing we can do about it attitude” and feel sorry for themselves. Victors even when they fail through trial and error will continue to move forward and do whatever it takes to succeed.
ReplyDeleteLesson6 question#2 What is your single greatest take away from this lesson? Why?
ReplyDeleteMy single greatest take away from this lesson is that if there is something you want or a goal you have to keep moving forward until you accomplish it no matter how many times you fail through trial and error. All successful people have had failures in life but the one thing they did not do was quit. They kept committed, had the right attitude, stayed passionate, did not listen to negative people and didn't dwell on the past.
This is one of my favorite quotes:“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.”
I also like the quote Brian. We have an organization full of achievers. Achievers are always pushing, working and striving to achieve more. The downside to achievers is that they don’t easily accept failure. If mistakes or failure are embraced as a learning opportunity that promotes growth, it helps you deal with those challenges, but also serves as a great example for others. I’m not afraid of failing, I fear that I don’t learned from mistakes.
DeleteExperience enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
Franklin P. Jones
I agree Brian. What separates a lot of people in this world is learning from failure make it the past, move on and succeed.
DeleteLove the quote too. Powerful!
That is a great quote Brian. The words are powerful, motivating and true! Thank you for sharing.
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I believe that how you see yourself is the answer to this question. The truth is, through life we will all have victorious times and times where we fall short. And the difference between the two is your attitude in between. People that succeed learn from their short comings, make adjustments, maintain a positive attitude and try again. In this chapter John C. Maxwell stated “our attitude cannot stop our feelings, but it can stop our feelings from stopping us.” This statement really made me think about feelings I have felt with failure. I think it is important to realize that feelings are going to happen. For example, feelings of guilt for sacrificing family time or other important commitments you may have put on hold while preparing. These feelings can be overwhelming but should be dealt with. But it is important to deal with them quickly and with a positive attitude. Dwelling on them for to long will only hinder your ability to regroup. Another great quote by John C. Maxwell is “ the price of success is failure.” Anyone can fall “victim” to a failure, but “victors” get back up and keep pushing until they win.
Bobby I like that "the price of success is failure." So much value in that.
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My single greatest takeaway from this lesson was to achieve a “get better mindset” rather than a “be good mindset.” Heidi Grant Halvorson described the two as wanting to prove your smart versus wanting to get smarter. Portraying a “get better mindset” means that we accept the fact that there are things we do not know rather than pretending we know everything. This mindset creates opportunities to learn. Being good at what you know is important, but we must continue to allow ourselves the opportunity to learn. The “be good mindset” sets us up for failure when we face unfamiliar or difficult tasks. The phrase “fake it till you make it” is commonly use and absolutely drives me crazy. In our profession we will never know it all. Our dedication to mastering our craft should continue throughout our entire career with one goal, GETTING BETTER!
Good stuff 👍🏼
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ReplyDeleteI truly believe that we are all engineered for greatness but programmed to fail. People have the choice to be victors or victims. The difference between the two comes down to who they allow to influence them. We are a product of our association. Hang out with 5 positive uplifting winners, well more than likely you'll be the same. Victors are positive and uplifting. Victims are negative. Hands down victors are more successful than victims.
Question #1
ReplyDeleteThe difference between a victim and a victor is a victor realized their mistakes or misfortunes and acted upon it to improve themselves. A victim will always look for and blame others. I think we all have been a victim at one point in our lives but how one responds, how they react and want to change makes them a victor. It seems victims always want to be known as a victim. A victor realizes the only way to change their outcome is to act and better themselves, learn not to make the same mistake, change the outcome. A victor can write their own future narrative where a victim wants someone else to do it for them. Create your own outcome, don’t dwell on the past, don’t wait for others to help you. A victor will always win because their mentality is to never quit. A victor knows their strengths and weaknesses. They rely on their strengths and work on their weakness. A victim will always lose if they believe they will and are waiting for others to bail them out and help them.
Great perspective Travis. It's almost as if being a victim is/can be a temporary condition? Falling victim to a situation or event is further complicated if the victim is unable to change their situation and become victorious?
DeleteExactly Mark, I totally agree. Who hasn't thought of themselves as a victim at some point in their live, some choose to change their situations and become victorious and others dwell on it and will always be the victim.
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ReplyDelete“There is nothing brilliant nor outstanding about my record, except one thing: I do the things that I believe ought to be done… and when I make up my mind to do a thing, I act”. President Roosevelt said it and Maxwell used it as an example of taking the bull by the horns. This was my greatest takeaway. Don’t wait for things to happen, make them happen. I have a habit of making great plans for the future, but in fact there is in no reason why I can’t act upon them now. Be fearless and don’t hesitate. Take the bull by the horns and wrestle it to the ground. Let’s Go!!
Motivating Travis. I love it.
ReplyDeleteQuestion #1- What’s the difference between people who see themselves as victors or victims? Which one usually wins?
ReplyDeleteFor me it is about OWNERSHIP, people who claim the victim mentality I feel do so because it is easier than having to face reality. we all have had circumstances where we really were a victim. The difference is we did not let that define us. Life beats us down over and over but each time, I get back up and get stronger and stronger. I believe the saying is "What doesn't kill us makes us stronger". Sure, is it hard sometimes to get back up after being knocked down? Absolutely and sometimes it would be easy to just want to blame the world for problems and challenges we face. Getting through these struggles builds character and courage to stand up and take OWNERSHIP and figure out how we can do better next time.
Question #2- What is your single greatest takeaway from this lesson? Why?
ReplyDelete"Here's how leaders empower others"
-Never make excuses
-Create a can do environment where people are expected to solve their problems
-Model a whatever-it-takes attitude to your team
-Provide training that enables team members to succeed
-Challenge people to take responsibility for their performance
-Make everyone feel valued and important as part of the team
-Give solid feedback after team members try to tackle a challenge
-Celebrate with team members who are succeeding
-Give people increasing challenges to test their growth and give them wins"
This right here to me says it all when asked to define leadership. "All it takes is belief in our ability to make a difference" Leadership is a mindset and it is believing in what you are preaching. Creating the environment for success.
Joel, This does say it ALL!!! as a Department and a Team, if we go into every situation with these points in mind.... our ability at becoming better in our profession would be off the charts.
DeleteReally good
DeleteJoel I agree, how can you preach something you don't believe yourself. The environment for success starts with the mindset of believing in our abilities.
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ReplyDeleteVictors look at situations as opportunity to learn as a person and as a team. They volunteer to be the first person in training situations, they are confident but aren’t afraid of failure, because they take the experience as a learning opportunity to better themselves. Victims believe things happen to them and make excuses why they can’t be successful. They never look at situations as an opportunity, they look at it as” why me”. The Victor always wins in my opinion. They take every situation successful or not as a growing opportunity. They understand that not being successful is ok, because at the end they have grown as a person and gained some valuable experience.
I like the perspective. Being confident and not being afraid to fail are traits that can exist together. Matter of fact, if you are not afraid of failure that demonstrates confidence.
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ReplyDeleteWhen they talked about the “whatever it takes” attitude mind-set. I like this mind-set because we can accomplish more than what we think, and as a team we can accomplish anything. This attitude promotes positivity within the team and gives motivation to people who may have thought they couldn’t accomplish the task. As a whole, we need to be better COACHES and MENTORS to our own people if we truly want to be successful.
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ReplyDeleteI think the biggest difference between the two is mindset. Victors have the mindset that they can be successful at anything with hard work and dedication. Victors also are not afraid of failure because victors see failure as a step towards success. Victims on the other hand blame others and lack accountability for there shortcomings.
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ReplyDeleteMy single greatest takeaway from this lesson is attitude. Throughout life we are faced daily with situations that challenge our attitudes. Maintaining a positive attitude and outlook on tough situations shows great character and promotes others to follow.
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ReplyDeleteWhen comparing people who view themselves as victims or victors It directly compares to viewing the world with a class half full or glass half empty. When given the same situation the victor or the person with the glass half full ideology will be successful. They won’t find excuses as to why it’s not fair they are in this situation, they accept it and start looking for solutions.
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My greatest takeaway from this chapter on attitude was the mindset of not waiting for the “perfect” moment to act, or make a decision. That is something I personally need to improve on, I spend too much time planning on what i am going to do and when I’m going to do it waiting for that perfect time. The quote “ it’s the job that is never started that takes the longest to finish” stood out to me.
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ReplyDeleteWhen comparing people who view themselves as victims or victors It directly compares to viewing the world with a class half full or glass half empty. When given the same situation the victor or the person with the glass half full ideology will be successful. They won’t find excuses as to why it’s not fair they are in this situation, they accept it and start looking for solutions.
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My greatest takeaway from this chapter on attitude was the mindset of not waiting for the “perfect” moment to act, or make a decision. That is something I personally need to improve on, I spend too much time planning on what i am going to do and when I’m going to do it waiting for that perfect time. The quote “ it’s the job that is never started that takes the longest to finish” stood out to me.
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ReplyDeleteWhen comparing people who view themselves as victims or victors It directly compares to viewing the world with a class half full or glass half empty. When given the same situation the victor or the person with the glass half full ideology will be successful. They won’t find excuses as to why it’s not fair they are in this situation, they accept it and start looking for solutions.
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My greatest takeaway from this chapter on attitude was the mindset of not waiting for the “perfect” moment to act, or make a decision. That is something I personally need to improve on, I spend too much time planning on what i am going to do and when I’m going to do it waiting for that perfect time. The quote “ it’s the job that is never started that takes the longest to finish” stood out to me.