The One Big Thing That Oprah Winfrey Does Better Than 99.999% of the Population
I recently stumbled upon an interview Piers Morgan was hosting with Oprah Winfrey on the opening night of his new show. I love Oprah. She gives away cars and gets down with the people, so naturally I watched. As one of the wealthiest and most generous women on the planet, she has achieved indisputable success. It was clear to me, after listening to firsthand accounts about her fabulous life, that her biggest gift, and the thing that she does better than 99.999% of the rest of us, is living her life 100% on purpose.
It’s her competitive edge, her bailiwick, her superpower. She knows EXACTLY what she wants. Fame and fortune are simply the price of admission. She sees herself as a cause. Her show, and now her new network, coincidentally named OWN, are simply vehicles to create the life she envisions.
If you have ever attended self-improvement seminars, you know that, while you might have a few deeply inspirational moments making great plans for your life, when you walk out of that building, away from that motivational environment, it is difficult to execute on a plan and achieve your dreams.
People like Oprah follow six success principles that help them reach their dreams:
Know Your Purpose: Obvious. I know. But, if it’s so obvious, why do most of us miss this one? Successful people invest time to figure out how they can best serve others while on this planet. Why? Because clarity is like a beacon of light blinking slowly and steadily through the fog of life. In times of trouble, it helps you stay focused on the grand plan. In times of glory, you’ll remember the importance of your mission and get back on course.
See the Cause and Be the Cause: People like Oprah see beyond themselves. Success is not personal. It is for the good of the cause. We all need a cause. The thrill of self-indulgent fantasies fizzles over time. Self-absorbed behavior gets B.O.R.I.N.G! The real secret to living is giving, so knowing that you are serving a cause much larger than yourself is a great motivating force.
Continued on the next page
Follow Technorati