Confront and Surmount Challenges to Improve Life’s Strategy - Part 5

“Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds.” —Orison Swett Marden

Most of us want to be successful. Hence, to achieve success we must strive for comprehensive well-being in our physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions. It involves identifying your life's purpose, upholding unwavering discipline, and embracing an unyielding determination to achieve your goals while respecting the rights of others.

Determination: A student who faces financial challenges but is determined to pursue higher education works multiple part-time jobs, studies tirelessly, and eventually graduates with honours.

An athlete who suffers a major injury but is determined to make a comeback spends months in physical therapy, adheres to a strict training regimen, and competes at a higher level than before. 

"Determination is the wake-up call to the human will." - Anthony Robbins

Discipline: An entrepreneur adheres to a daily schedule, allocating specific hours for work, exercise, and family time to ensure productivity and work-life balance.

A writer commits to a daily writing routine, setting aside distractions and maintaining a consistent schedule to complete a novel.

"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment." - Jim Rohn

Drive for Success: A business professional aspires to climb the corporate ladder and consistently takes on challenging projects, pursues additional training, and seeks leadership roles to advance in their career.

An artist with a dream of showcasing their work worldwide actively participates in art exhibitions, markets their creations, and continuously seeks opportunities to expand their audience.

"Your desire to change must be greater than your desire to stay the same." - Unknown

These examples illustrate how determination, discipline, and a strong drive for success can lead individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals in various aspects of life.

Therefore, to attain holistic success in body, mind, and spirit, determine your purpose, maintain unwavering discipline, and harness the relentless drive (called the 3Ds: Determination, Discipline, Drive) to see it through without violating the rights of others. Additionally, consistently nurture the right ABE (Attitude, Behaviour, Enthusiasm) within yourself. 

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." - Albert Schweitzer

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Confront and Surmount Challenges to Improve Life’s Strategy - Part 4

 "Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood." - Helen Keller

The recurring lessons that challenge you will persist until you glean wisdom from them. Imagine a person named Lisa who has a tendency to trust people too easily, often leading to betrayal and disappointment in her relationships. Despite several painful experiences, Lisa continues to trust new acquaintances quickly, hoping for the best.

The recurring lessons of betrayal and disappointment in her relationships persist in Lisa's life because she hasn't yet gleaned the wisdom from these experiences. It's as if life is presenting her with similar challenges to teach her a valuable lesson about the importance of discernment and setting healthy boundaries.

As time goes on and Lisa faces more instances of betrayal, she begins to reflect on her choices and patterns. She starts to recognize the need to be more cautious and discerning in her relationships, learning to differentiate between trustworthy individuals and those who may take advantage of her. 

In this scenario, the recurring challenges of betrayal persist until Lisa gains the wisdom to make better choices in her relationships. The lessons continue until she learns to value her own well-being and set boundaries that protect her from further disappointment.

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill

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Confront and Surmount Challenges to Improve Life’s Strategy - Part 3

"Enthusiasm is the mother of effort, and without it, nothing great was ever achieved." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Stress isn't a result of excessive activity but rather a symptom of lacking enthusiasm for what truly impassions you. Imagine Alex has a demanding job in a corporate office. He works long hours, constantly juggling tasks, attending meetings, and meeting tight deadlines. On the surface, it appears that Alex is stressed due to their excessive workload and busy schedule. However, upon closer examination, it becomes evident that the root cause of Alex's stress is not the volume of work but his lack of enthusiasm for the corporate environment and the tasks he performs. Alex has a deep passion for art and creativity, which he has neglected due to his demanding job.

Therefore, stress isn't primarily a result of excessive activity; it's a symptom of Alex's unfulfilled passion and the sense of longing for creative expression. The realization that he is not pursuing a truly passionate endeavour serves as a wake-up call, prompting Alex to explore avenues to integrate his passion for art into his life and potentially reduce his stress levels in the process.

"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

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Confront and Surmount Challenges to Improve Life’s Strategy - Part 2

 "The key to success is making informed decisions. The key to making informed decisions is learning from your mistakes." - Ben Franklin

Experiencing regret following a decision doesn't necessarily indicate its incorrectness; instead, it serves as a valuable lesson to inform wiser choices in the future. Imagine Jane deciding to choose a major for her college education. She decides to pursue a degree in a field that she thought she was interested in but soon realizes that it doesn't align with her passions and career goals. Jane begins to feel regretful about her choice, wondering if she made the wrong decision. However, this experience of regret doesn't mean that choosing that major was inherently wrong. Instead, it serves as a valuable lesson for Jane. She reflects on what she truly enjoys and where her talents lie. With this newfound self-awareness, Jane decides to change her major to a field that genuinely excites her and aligns with her aspirations. 

Hence, Jane's initial decision to pursue a different major wasn't necessarily incorrect; it simply led her to a point of self-discovery and helped her make a wiser choice for her future. The regret she felt was a stepping stone toward personal growth and making better decisions. 

"Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm." - Winston Churchill

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Confront and Surmount Challenges to Improve Life’s Strategy - Part 1

 “Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds.” —Orison Swett Marden

True happiness doesn't arise from a life devoid of problems but emerges when one possesses the capacity to confront and surmount challenges. Imagine a mountain climber who embarks on a challenging expedition to conquer a formidable peak. Along the way, s/he faces harsh weather, treacherous terrain, and physical exhaustion. Despite the numerous obstacles and difficulties, the climber persists, relying on h/her skills, determination, and resilience. True happiness doesn't come from avoiding the challenges or having a trouble-free journey. Instead, it arises when the one reaches the summit, having confronted and overcome those challenges.

The sense of accomplishment, self-discovery, and the breathtaking view from the peak are the sources of h/her genuine happiness, emphasizing that happiness often emerges from the capacity to confront and surmount life's difficulties. True happiness is not found in the pursuit of external possessions, but in the contentment that comes from realizing your inner potential and appreciating the beauty of the present moment.

"True happiness is not a destination to reach but a state of being to embrace." - Byron Pulsifer 

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A Company’s Success Depends on Collaborative, Motivated and Enthusiastic Culture

"Company culture is not a foosball table. It's not a set of values that hang on a wall. It's not perks and benefits. It's the personality of the company. It's how people feel about working there." - Stacy Zapar

 

Several years ago, I worked as a management consultant for the operations and strategic approach of a company referred to as PP Food Development company (PFD, not the actual name), which specializes in developing food and beverage products for the Consumer Product Goods (CPG) sector. The company is medium-sized, with about 20 employees, and it outsources manufacturing and supply chain activities. It allocates a substantial yearly budget of $30 million for research and development (R&D) to ensure customer satisfaction with a high degree of probability.
 
PFD's core competence lies in its skilled team, including food scientists, dietitians, chefs, and quality control experts, enabling advanced R&D to create natural, healthy, and delicious processed food products. Its strategic objective is differentiation, aiming to stand out from competitors by offering products with natural flavors, colours, and preservatives, along with lower sugar and salt content while maintaining taste.
 
The company maintains a sustainable competitive advantage by achieving economies of scale to reduce costs, allowing it to offer competitively priced products. This advantage is supported by inimitable and non-substitute resources and capabilities. PFD combines a best cost provider strategy with a broad differentiation strategy, delivering quality-value to customers while striving for efficient cost management. It also collaborates with global suppliers for manufacturing and partners with customers like Walmart, Costco, and Whole Foods for effective value chain management.
 
"Culture is simply a shared way of doing something with a passion." - Brian Chesky

A notable aspect of PFD's culture is the collaborative and enthusiastic bonding among its team of food scientists, chefs, and dietitians. This cultural environment supports creative experimentation and collaborative strategy execution, where every team member's opinion is respected and contributes to accomplishing strategic objectives.
 
Overall, the company’s success highlights how it utilizes its core competence, strategic differentiation, cost management, and collaborative culture to succeed in the competitive market of food and beverage products.

"The only thing that works is management by values. Find people who are competent and really bright, but more importantly, people who care exactly about the same values as the rest of the team." - Steve Jobs

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