Pathway To Success

Friday, 29. January 2010 by Ronald T. Brown, Ph.D.

“Everyone has talent. What is rare is the courage to develop the talent to the uncomfortable place it leads.” Abraham Lincoln

The pathway to success can be complicated - full of turns, difficulties and distractions that can divert us from our goal and dreams. Below a one formula for “Success in Life” that shows the many factors that contribute to one's ongoing success.

S = (GMEDS – I) * T(HC)

• S is “Success in Life” – (which includes inner Peace, Joy, and Living out one’s purpose)


• G is “God” – All we have comes from Him.


• M is “Our Mental Map” – includes three constructs: Core Beliefs, Attitude, and Knowledge – Our knowledge, attitude and core beliefs drive our behaviors; our behaviors then drive our results; and sustained results determine our lifestyle.


• E is “Energy” – Fatigue makes cowards of us all. Managing one’s energy is more important than managing our time.


• D is “Definiteness of Purpose” – Where we have clearly defined goals, and a plan to attain them.


• S is “Skill” – We develop skills. Talent is God given.


• I is “Interference” – This includes negative self talk, fear, lack of trust, poor work ethic…


• T is “Time” – We are each given 8760 hours each year. We need to leverage these hours wisely.


• H is “Daily Habits” or Rituals – Developing patterns of constructive daily habits will directly determine the level of success we eventually achieve and sustain.


• C is “Coachability” – No one reaches high levels of success alone. We all need various “coaches” to help us get there, and to be receptive to their counsel and feedback.

** Sustained success is not easy – but it is definitely attainable if a person remains focused and committed to the right path.

(Adapted from a formula provided by John Wright - a successful performance coach and business man)