5 Myths About Success

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5 Myths About Success

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You’ve probably heard a ton of stuff about success, and a lot of it is pure myth. In Episode 47, Faithful on the Clock decodes the five biggest success myths and presents their countertruths. 

Timestamps:

[00:05] - Intro

[00:36] - Success is not tied to rank, but rather is a matter of whether you’re doing your absolute best and are happy about where you’re at.

[01:55] - The story of Saul and David, as well as the entire list of the kings of Israel in the Old Testament, shows that you can have rank and still fail. 

[03:03] - Success doesn’t have a clear definition, but because we’re all different people, what satisfies one person isn’t going to necessarily satisfy someone else. You should take time to reflect on what makes you feel good and how God might allow you to use that to serve Him.

[04:26] - Success isn’t defined in a static way over time, but rather evolves as you learn and grow. The key as your definition of success changes is to avoid comparison, stay internally motivated, and be God-focused.

[06:09] - Success often isn’t achievable alone, but rather requires lots of support from many people. My own career is a demonstration that grit and skill don’t always win, as I am where I am thanks to others helping me.

[07:42] - Successful people don’t proceed at all costs, but rather quit for the right reasons at the right time. Serial entrepreneurs, investors, and people who leave for better positions all demonstrate that taking an exit or letting go can be incredibly smart and lead to bigger wins.

[09:17] - 5 myths of success recap and invitation for reflection

[09:55] - Prayer

[10:31] - Outro/What’s coming up next

Key takeaways:

• Success is not tied to rank. Lots of CEOs inherit their positions and do a bad job, so don’t assume someone is successful just because of a nameplate or position. The kings of Israel show that position guarantees nothing. 
• Success does not have a single, uniform definition. You get to define it based on your own dreams, personality, and plans with God.
• The definition of success is not static. It will change over time for you as you learn, grow, and have experiences.
• Success is not a solo affair. It usually takes lots of people for someone to do well, even if a person gives it their best.
• Success isn’t about never quitting. Successful people just do careful analysis and personal inner work to assess the cost-benefit of walking away. They walk away at the right time for the right reasons.

• King Saul - A Man Destroyed by His Own Jealousy
• 20 CEOs Who Inherited Their Jobs

CTAs:

• Spend some time thinking about how you view each of the five success myths. Identify what has contributed to the way you view each point. 
• Consider your personality, skills, and resources. Based on those elements and your values, set short-term and long-term definitions of success for yourself. 

What’s coming up next:

Especially now in the Great Resignation, people leave their jobs for a wide range of reasons. But how do you do that without burning bridges? Episode 48 offers advice on how to exit with tact and grace.

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