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Achieving ExcellenceSteve Smith

March 19, 2014

ExcellenceThe state or quality of being

exceptionally good

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence”

― Vince Lombardi

How do you achieve excellence?

Achieving Excellence: Principle #1

Do what you love:

• Is it something you believe in?• Why is it important to pursue excellence in this area?

Achieving Excellence: Principle #2

Be clear about what you want to be known for:

The way to gain a good reputation is to endeavor to be what you desire to appear.”

― Socrates

Achieving Excellence: Principle #3

Embrace ‘excellence’ in everything you do:• Be purposeful• Practice continually• Establish rituals

10,000 hrsTime required to become an expert

- Andres Ericsson

Achieving Excellence: Principle #4

Be committed to the journey

Be confidentBe committed

Be relentless in your pursuits

Achieving Excellence: Principle #5

Become a master at goal setting and planning

• Hone your focus• Be clear about what you want

Achieving Excellence: Principle #6

Be willing to do the hard work:• Significant break-throughs happen when you overcome adversity

Achieving Excellence: Principle #7

Seek expert feedback inmoderate doses:

• Find trusted sources• Own the decisions you make

Achieving Excellence: Principle #8

Create an inspiration strategy:

• Find mentors/ role models• Take renewal breaks

Achieving Excellence: Principle #9

Be a student of your profession:

• Be willing to change your mindset• Focus on what benefits your clients

Achieving Excellence: Principle #10

Seize the moment!

• Maximize the potential of every situation• Be adaptive

When you are on the road to Achieving Excellence

You know it

You feel it

You own it

Others want you for it

Steve SmithPresidentGrowthSource Coachingwww.GrowthSourceCoaching.com

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