Don't Be Greedy – Master One Thing and Wealth Will Follow
The Reason You Fail: ‘Greed’
Many people say they want to be rich. But what is the reality? They dabble in multiple ventures to make money, only to end up abandoning them all without achieving success. The common trait among successful individuals is their focus on a single key goal. So, what should we do?
In this article, we will introduce how to ‘focus on one thing’ and use the ‘domino effect’ to achieve success.
1. Start with a 5cm Domino!
In a 2009 domino event in the Netherlands, a spectacular chain reaction of 4.5 million dominoes falling was displayed. Yet, the first domino to fall was only 5 cm tall. This tiny domino triggered a cascade that eventually led to an enormous outcome.
This is the ‘domino effect.’ While we set grand goals for success, the key is to push down that first small domino. In other words, start small but aim big.
2. ‘Eliminate, Choose, and Focus’ – The Key to Success
To achieve success, follow these three steps:
- Eliminate: Remove unnecessary tasks and thoughts. Past failures and regrets only hinder the present.
- Choose: Select only one most important goal. This is the key to success.
- Focus: Pour all your energy into achieving that one goal. Do not be swayed by others' opinions or distractions.
3. Find Your ‘One Thing’
Many people want to do multiple things at once. However, they often fail to achieve any of them properly.
Successful individuals focus on just one thing. Steve Jobs of Apple, Elon Musk of Tesla, and Jeff Bezos of Amazon all started with a single field and achieved success.
Ask yourself, “What is the one thing I am best at?”
4. Do Not Disperse Your Energy
If you try to do too many things at once, none will be done well. Choose one thing you can focus on and pour all your energy into it.
Once you pass a certain level, the ‘compound effect’ takes over. At first, results may be small, but over time, they grow exponentially—just like how a 5 cm domino can trigger a massive chain reaction.
5. Start Right Now!
Most people plan but never take action. Successful people, on the other hand, make a difference through execution.
Set a small goal today and consistently work on it. Even a 1% daily improvement will result in a 37-fold growth in a year.
Success Comes from Selection and Focus
Success is not achieved through greed. Rather, it comes when you eliminate distractions and concentrate on one goal.
Are you ready to push down your first small domino? Then start today!