What’s the difference between compromise versus collaboration? How do you communicate effectively in a organization? Frances Frei, a Harvard Business School professor was brought on to my current employer as a business organizational consultant.
Her message is straight forward, simple to understand, and has practical value. I implore you to take 15 mins and watch her TED Talk on “How to build (and rebuild) trust“.
While talent, education, and IQ are important, grit is the most critical factor to achieve long-term success.
In 2013, psychologist Angela Duckworth took the stage at TED. Through her research at West Point, the National Spelling Bee, schools, and private companies, one characteristic emerged as a significant predictor of success: grit.
“Grit is passion and perseverance for very long-term goals,” she explained. “Grit is having stamina. Grit is sticking with your future, day in, day out, not just for the week, not just for the month, but for years, and working really hard to make that future a reality. Grit is living life like it’s a marathon, not a sprint.”
The ultimate purpose is to be intentional with our thoughts and actions. Make every moment count, make every dollar count, strengthen relationships, provide support, and change the world for the better.
Learn – What can we learn together that will make us smarter, more fulfilled, inspired, richer.
Travel – Where can we go that will provide unforgettable memories. How can we travel in adventure and/or luxury/comfort.
Invest – How do we grow our wealth together.
Give – How can we make a positive impact in the world through volunteering our resources.
Eat & drink – What can we eat/drink that will be memorable and enhance our conversations.