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The first time we do something it’s always hard. I remember the first time I rode a bike without training wheels. Well, it was not a pretty sight. I fell down numerous times. By the end of the day, my knees and elbows were scraped and bleeding.
[callout]This post is part of a series based on the book Today Matters: 12 daily practices to guarantee success by Dr. John C. Maxwell.[/callout]
While I fell down quite a few times over the next several days, I was committed to learning how to ride my bike. After several days of practice, I eventually learned. I remember how exhilarating it was to ride my bike without falling.
During my life, I have faced numerous challenges. For example, learning to snow ski or scuba dive or beating cancer.
The first time I put on skies, I spent more time falling down the mountain than skiing down the mountain.
It took me three times before I had the courage to submerge under water.
When my husband and I received my cancer diagnosis, it was a difficult time. However, we overcame the challenge.
[callout]Every time I face a challenge I remember how it felt to ride my bike without training wheels.[/callout]
So how did I persevere and overcome my challenges? Commitment and tenacity! I was committed to being successful and determined not to fail.
Ken Blanchard said, “When you’re interested in something, you do it only when it’s convenient. When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results.”
Why is commitment so important? Dr. John C. Maxwell offers three reasons why commitment matters:
- Commitment can significantly change your life – I have used the lessons I learned from learning to ride my bike to beat cancer.
- Commitment helps you overcome obstacles – Remember it’s not the size of the problem, it’s the size of the commitment.
- Commitment will be tested every day – Overcome daily obstacles by remaining committed to the task.
Leaders face challenges every day, the question is how do they overcome the challenges? Commitment and tenacity! Because commitment is the key to success. Commitment is the fuel for tenacity.
As a leader, you must face and overcome challenges. Your ability to stay focused and preserve will move you towards success.
“Excuses are like exits off the highway of life” (Kulu). Whenever I face a challenge, I remember how I felt when I triumphed over my bike.
What is your strategy for winning the battle to stay committed?
Your leadership guide,
Kim
Dr. Kim Moore | Your Leadership Guide | kimdmoore.com
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