The Do’s and Don’ts of Being Successful
by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD
In order to succeed, you need to have the proper mindset and attitude. If you live off of the Don’t list, try shifting your attitude to the Do list. Happiness and success is contagious, as long as you showcase it properly.
DO
• Track progress
• Think long term
• Learn from past mistakes
• Be humble
• Compliment others
• Want to see others succeed
• Surround yourself with the right people
• Take responsibility if/when you fail
• Write down your goals
• Embrace change
DON’T
• Act before you think
• Be a know-it-all
• Give up easily
• Take the easy way out
• Hold grudges
• Have a “holier than thou” attitude
• Try to cut others down
• Stop learning
• Let yourself get distracted easily (stay off of social media!)
• Waste others’ time
Chances of Success Based on Your Attitude/Mindset
“I Did” – 100%
“I Am Going to…” – 90%
“I Can” – 80%
“I Think I Can” – 70%
“I Might” – 60%
“I Think I Might” – 50%
“I Want to” – 40%
“I Wish I Could” – 30%
“I Don’t Know How” – 20%
“I Can’t” – 10%
“I Won’t” – 0%
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