You Can Win
Shiv Khera
18 min
7 Key Points
4.6 RateWhat's inside?
Discover the secrets to success with this step-by-step guide, designed to help you reach your full potential and achieve your goals.
You'll learn
1. Tips to keep a sunny outlook2. Boosting your self-worth and mojo3. Nailing your personal and work goals4. Why being a good egg matters for success5. Chatting and bargaining like a pro6. Beating the clock for better results.Key points
01Your attitude can make or break your success
In "You Can Win", Shiv Khera uses a simple yet powerful story to highlight the importance of attitude in achieving success. He tells us about a balloon seller at a fair who had a unique way of attracting kids. He would let go of a bunch of colorful helium-filled balloons into the sky. The sight of these balloons flying high would draw the children to him, all excited to buy a balloon of their own. One day, a curious little boy came up to the balloon seller and asked him if a black balloon would also fly if let go. The balloon seller, moved by the boy's curiosity, assured him that the black balloon would indeed fly. He explained that it wasn't the color of the balloon that mattered, but what was inside it - the helium. This story is a metaphor for our lives. Just like the balloons, it's not our external attributes that determine our ability to rise and succeed, but what's inside us - our attitude. Our attitude is the helium that can lift us high or the lack of it that can keep us grounded. Attitude plays a crucial role in every aspect of our lives, whether personal or professional. Whether you dream of being a successful CEO, a caring parent, a hardworking student, an inspiring teacher, a fair boss, or a committed employee, the right attitude is the key. It's the foundation of success in any field. A positive attitude brings a host of benefits. It boosts productivity, encourages loyalty, reduces stress, and makes you more likable. It also helps build better relationships with bosses, colleagues, and customers. On the flip side, a negative attitude breeds bitterness, resentment, and leads to a life without purpose and good health. People with a negative attitude often find it hard to hold onto jobs, marriages, friendships, and relationships. But how does one develop a negative attitude? Usually, our attitude and outlook on life are shaped during our early years. However, it's important to remember that a negative attitude developed in childhood doesn't determine our destiny. We have the power to change our outlook for the better. Changing one's attitude isn't an easy task. It requires willingness, discipline, and dedication. But with these qualities, we can build and maintain a positive outlook. The following chapters provide a detailed guide on how to cultivate a positive attitude. By the end of the book, you'll have learned how to develop character traits that lead to long-term success, boost your self-esteem, and live your life with a clear sense of direction.
02Let go of the past and own up to your actions to improve your attitude
In life, we're the only ones who can shape our attitudes. It doesn't matter where we come from, what we've been through, or how we were raised. The way we see the world is entirely up to us. This means we need to stop pointing fingers at others for our problems and start looking at how we can change our own attitudes to make our lives better. For example, if we're always negative, we might blame our parents, our teachers, or even the government for our failures. But playing the blame game only keeps us stuck in the past and stops us from moving forward. To really change our attitudes, we need to let go of the past and take responsibility for our actions. This means owning up to our mistakes, learning from them, and making a conscious effort to do better. For example, if we mess up on a task, instead of blaming others or the situation, we should look at what went wrong and how we can improve next time. This acceptance of responsibility is the first step towards changing our attitudes. Here's a simple guide to help us build and keep a positive attitude: Step 1: Stay Positive - We should focus on the good things in life and try to see the silver lining in every situation or person. For example, if we're stuck in traffic, instead of getting annoyed, we can use this time to listen to an audiobook or enjoy some music. Step 2: Do it Now - Putting things off can lead to a negative attitude. Getting things done right away not only lowers stress but also gives us a sense of achievement. For example, if we have a report to write, instead of putting it off, we should start working on it right away. Step 3: Be Grateful - We should appreciate what we have instead of focusing on what we don't have. For example, instead of complaining about not having a fancy car, we should be thankful for having a car that gets us where we need to go. Step 4: Learn Every Day - We should aim to learn something new every day. This learning isn't just about academic knowledge but also includes moral and ethical values. For example, we can learn to be more compassionate and understanding towards others. Step 5: Start Your Day with a Positive - We should start our day with something positive, like reading an inspiring quote or listening to uplifting music. This sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. In conclusion, changing our attitude requires us to let go of the past, take responsibility for our actions, and have a positive outlook on life. By following these steps, we can develop a positive attitude that will help us reach our goals and live a fulfilling life.
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03Emulate the traits of successful people to boost your own success
04Keep your motivation strong and clear to reach your goals
05Believe in yourself to reach your full potential
06Know where you're going to avoid feeling lost and unhappy
07Conclusion
About Shiv Khera
Shiv Khera is an Indian author, motivational speaker, and activist. Known for his self-help books, Khera's most popular work is "You Can Win". He also founded Qualified Learning Systems Inc. in the USA and has delivered motivational speeches worldwide, inspiring individuals and businesses to succeed.
