“Focus” a mandatory trait of successful people - Dr. Amjad Razal
Dr. Amjad Razal
Head - Research and Programs | Passionate about Teacher Education | Author of Versatile Teaching Methods | Education Researcher | India Book of Records Holder | Critic
Becoming successful in life is the goal of every individual. The definition of success differs from person to person. It is mainly due to their perceptions and expectations for certain things to achieve in life. When they get them, they feel that they have got everything but when they don’t achieve them, some try to go behind their dreams and some give up putting an end to their aspirations.
The highly effective people never give up. It is not there in their blood. No matter how hard they are broken down, they show up. They never wish of giving up their dreams at any cost and achieve them in the end. Their stories of not giving up and pursuing their dreams until the end, inspire the individuals. People take them as their inspiration and do what they did in their lives.
‘Focus’ is one of the important traits that make an individual extraordinary and adds up pages to the story of his life. Their eyes may be closed but deep down something is striking their vision. You’ll find the people with sharp focus, not giving a damn to any type of disaster that occurs in their lives.
In order to improve focus, one must avoid all distractions. All such distractions are there in life in a form of human beings, situations, circumstances, jobs, desires, places, cars, bikes, etc. they divert his focus to all such things for a meaningless life. One must keep redefining his vision and reworking on his dreams.
Have you ever seen a horse with blinkers?
They are there to avoid the distraction on the road and make the horse run towards the destination with a sharp focus. This is a similar trait of highly effective people. It doesn’t mean that they use blinkers while they are out in the town. But their sharp focus defines what they are looking at, is something unique and intriguing.
Avoid unnecessary engagements: this is a major distractor. A person with a sharp focus doesn’t spend his time hanging out with friends or family members. He goes out in the town to meet people with a similar mindset, learns from them, and comes home with something new in his mind. His needs are unique and genuine. He wishes to achieve something meaningful that could inspire the world. So, the way he utilizes his time and attention makes him unaffected.
Pay attention to every single detail: they are detail-oriented people. They believe that such an attitude will help them become a man with super distinction. They do this to improve their attitude, mindset, and performance. Whatever comes across their circle, they like to learn a lot about them. They speak out and share the information when they have enough knowledge about it. And they keep calm and prefer listening to the people just to acquire the new information.
Work on priorities: such people have a list of the things to do. They write down the tasks that are crucial for their progress. They spend less time doing things that aren’t important to them. This doesn’t make them selfish in any manner. It only defines as they aren’t meant to do that work.
Spend a lot of time reading: they love reading books, as their collection may be limited to certain genres but that will be very inspiring. They are totally engrossed in reading books that shape their mindset and help them in building their future. They make a note of important information and share it with like-minded people. And practically work on the ideas and plans that will lead to a successful and meaningful life.
Thank you,
Dr. Amjad Razal