Some of these are generally good, others not so much.
Wake up early? What does that even mean? Obviously “early” for a night shift worker and “early” for a 9-5 office worker aren’t the same thing- but… why would you ever want to “wake up early?” Most things are best done “on time” if you are after success. If you plan to wake up at a time that allows you to get ready, be where you need to be, and perhaps allows for some unexpected delays… wouldn’t you get up at the time you had planned? Why get up earlier than the time that already allows you to do what you planned? You’re just stealing sleep at that point.
Work ethic… this is a tricky one. The word is ambiguous. I mean- unless you’re family name is on the building or something (and even then..) you probably need SOME measure of work ethic of some definition to succeed- but simply being able to attach your name to projects or hire/finance the right people or projects can negate essentially any need for work ethic.
Work ethic is in fact something that can easily be exploited by others who just happen to be better at marketing themselves or taking credit for the work of others. So I’d say that one doesn’t guarantee success nor does success require it- though if you have the related skills and strategy to take advantage of or protect your own work then it is probably a trait that increases your chances of success.
Listen: again… very vague… but generally true. Listening to the right things or people at the right time is at least generally a good idea. Information is something most successful people will all value.
Body language: again… VERY vague. But sure. I mean- if you’re in a job interview sitting on a chair like you’re about to take a dump in the woods you may not make the cut- unless maybe it’s for a dance squad or something. So vague- but can’t really argue.
Consistency- at this point I’m not sure why this person didn’t put “ozone layer” or “being alive.” Another SUPER vague and questionable one. I mean- yes. In general to some degree in some things consistency is a secret to success? Consistent learning and growth maybe? Consistently bathing or hygiene perhaps? For most people- some level of consistency in behavior so that you don’t seem like an unhinged maniac will be good. Having routines so that you can perform the tasks in your work and personal life etc… but then consistency can be a bad thing too. Staying in a job or career too long. Not taking on new challenges or responsibilities or other examples where consistency would stop innovation or equal stagnation and prevent success.
Positive attitude: in general yea? And only slightly vague. But MOST people prefer others with a positive attitude and most of the time a positive attitude tends to inspire us to grow and try things. Being a person that proposes solutions instead of pointing out problems or road blocks can be good too. We just don’t generally want to take out positive attitude too far because most adults have a limit at which overly positive people come off as annoying or phony. So this one is a general yes I’d say, with some caveats. You also don’t need a positive attitude to succeed and in many fields, including creative ones, a negative or non positive attitude can be a ticket to success. So not universally true- but for most people it’s probably true to some degree.
Passion: again- vague. But mostly true. Maybe don’t take it too far. The sort of passion that leads to crimes of passion is probably not what is meant. Loving something or having a passionate interest etc. can help us succeed since..
.. we will tend to naturally throw ourselves into it more fully and enjoy it more.
Critical thinking: I’m going to refer back to my “being alive” advice for success on this one. I mean… yes JaymeZzz- thinking is good. That said- not ALWAYS. success is different to everyone. Some jobs are best when we don’t think too critically. If you want to succeed in the sorts of jobs or careers that tend to pay the best then you’ll probably want some critical thinking skills- but many fields, even some fairly high paying paths, don’t benefit much from beyond basic or average critical thinking skills. Critical thinking is a subjective thing mind you- for some people, their logic or overall capacity for independent judgment is such that their greater chance for success is probably not to rely too much on their own critical thinking until or unless they can learn to come to conclusions that are more in line to a successful outcome.
Connect with people: generally 100% true. It doesn’t really matter what you do or want to do- our fundamental biological evolution has been shaped by the simple reality that our best chance of success as a species and as individuals is through connection to other humans. Networking for potential referrals or other opportunities, for the gathering of information or the ability to have “favors” and friends as many places as possible, all sorts of good comes from connecting with other humans. Connecting with coworkers can increase job satisfaction and the ability of teams and IC’s to be effective. Emotional support and new experiences or growth from friendships etc. can give us the emotional stability to succeed. So this one is also vague but given the scope etc. it’s understandable this time. 100% connections generally rarely hurt one’s chances at success unless those connections carry negative associations.
Prepare: meh. Probably? For what though? Being prepared for meetings, presentations, work tasks etc is probably going to help with your chances of success. Being prepared for situations or opportunities to be in a position to take advantage of them is a classic success trick. Of course- there is so much we can’t prepare for, and being prepared doesn’t always matter so much. Akin to work ethic, preparedness is something that is probably better to have and not need than need and not have. Your chances of success are generally higher the fewer unexpected things come up or the more tools you have ready to deal with potential contingencies. So yea. Be prepared as best you can and hope you prepared well.
I think you’re overall right. Perhaps with some caveats lol. At the very least, correctly applied they’d probably make you successful at trying to be a healthy friendship for someone.
I thought this was gonna be one of those lists where number 7 is "sacrifice lambs in a satanic ritual" and then the list would continue like nothing happened
Wake up early? What does that even mean? Obviously “early” for a night shift worker and “early” for a 9-5 office worker aren’t the same thing- but… why would you ever want to “wake up early?” Most things are best done “on time” if you are after success. If you plan to wake up at a time that allows you to get ready, be where you need to be, and perhaps allows for some unexpected delays… wouldn’t you get up at the time you had planned? Why get up earlier than the time that already allows you to do what you planned? You’re just stealing sleep at that point.
Work ethic… this is a tricky one. The word is ambiguous. I mean- unless you’re family name is on the building or something (and even then..) you probably need SOME measure of work ethic of some definition to succeed- but simply being able to attach your name to projects or hire/finance the right people or projects can negate essentially any need for work ethic.
Listen: again… very vague… but generally true. Listening to the right things or people at the right time is at least generally a good idea. Information is something most successful people will all value.
Body language: again… VERY vague. But sure. I mean- if you’re in a job interview sitting on a chair like you’re about to take a dump in the woods you may not make the cut- unless maybe it’s for a dance squad or something. So vague- but can’t really argue.
Passion: again- vague. But mostly true. Maybe don’t take it too far. The sort of passion that leads to crimes of passion is probably not what is meant. Loving something or having a passionate interest etc. can help us succeed since..
Critical thinking: I’m going to refer back to my “being alive” advice for success on this one. I mean… yes JaymeZzz- thinking is good. That said- not ALWAYS. success is different to everyone. Some jobs are best when we don’t think too critically. If you want to succeed in the sorts of jobs or careers that tend to pay the best then you’ll probably want some critical thinking skills- but many fields, even some fairly high paying paths, don’t benefit much from beyond basic or average critical thinking skills. Critical thinking is a subjective thing mind you- for some people, their logic or overall capacity for independent judgment is such that their greater chance for success is probably not to rely too much on their own critical thinking until or unless they can learn to come to conclusions that are more in line to a successful outcome.