You may have heard of Napoleon Hill’s book Think & Grow Rich. This book, published in 1937, is one of the most popular success books ever written. Hill’s story is a rollercoaster ride of great success and numerous failures – each faced with persistence and a positive mind-set. Hill’s words have inspired millions to find themselves, believe in themselves and live the lives they never thought possible.
Hill’s top three lessons for a successful life:
Lesson 1: Definiteness of Purpose
Definiteness of purpose is the starting point of all achievement. Without a purpose and a plan, people drift aimlessly through life. Today we call that mental mapping and setting our GPS for life goals and a financial destination.
Lesson 2: Mastermind Alliance
The Mastermind principle consists of an alliance of two or more minds working in perfect harmony for the attainment of a common definite objective. Success does not come without the cooperation of others. Finding others who are striving to live a positive lifestyle can help you reach a more successful outcome.
Lesson 3: Applied Faith
Faith is a state of mind through which your aims, desires, plans and purposes may be translated into their physical or financial equivalent. Setting positive intentions for what is most important in life creates the opportunity to seize the abundance of life – when you are open and receptive to opportunity.
The phrase, “Today is the first day of the rest of your life,” takes on a deeper meaning when you use each new day to initiate action for personal growth. Changing your attitude, your beliefs in yourself and focusing on life goals can truly transform your life!
Start today by changing one small habit that would make your life better. Commit to this one new change for 30 days. Maybe you’ll decide to take your lunch to work one day a week and set that day’s lunch money aside for a weekend vacation or a savings account. Little steps can lead to a defined goal. Be accountable to yourself and use notes or your phone to track your efforts. Being successful with a few smaller goals may inspire you to tackle some larger goals and deadlines.
Here’s Napoleon Hill sharing the “master keys” of his life-changing concept . . . if you are ready!
