Forge Your Destiny: 5 Keys to Unlock Success in 2024

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2024 won’t make you better. Yes, you won’t become successful and influential, just because you’ve seen another page of the Gregorian Calendar.

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No, this is not me predicting doom for you this year. This is me challenging you to take responsibility for your growth. This is me, urging you to pursue your dreams and unlock your potential this year.

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?As I’ve always told you, the passage of time doesn’t change anything. It is our commitment, our sacrifice to be more, that makes the difference. To experience the results that you desire in 2024, you must go beyond wishful thinking, to put in the needed work. And I think if you work on these five things, you will witness all-round increase this 2024 and beyond.

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1.?????? Cultivate good habits, and break bad ones.

There are certain people that will end up as lifetime failures, not because they were destined for failure, but because their habits are barriers to greatness. You see, no man can rise above his habits.

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??????????????????????????????? Today, beyond celebrating the fact that you’ve seen the first day of another Gregorian year, ask yourself who you want to have become, and what you want to have accomplished by December. Then, truly answer these:

n? Do I have the habits that can enable these results?

n? What habits do I have to ditch and what habits do I need to cultivate in order to progress this year?

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This 2024, be ruthless in combating destiny disabling habits, such as procrastination, poor time management, social media addiction, etc. Be tireless in cultivating destiny enabling habits, such as goal setting and execution, regular exercise, reading, etc.

??????????????? It might be hard to break certain bad habits, but start small, and maintain consistent effort. Avoid exposure to triggering content, and surround yourself with trustworthy people, such as mentors, who can hold you accountable.

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2.?????? Work on your mindset.

As a man thinks in his heart, so is he. If you think you’re a mediocre, a failure, then that’s you. When you think a certain way, your actions and intentions become mobilized to help you reflect your thinking.

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?It will always be difficult to achieve what you don’t believe. This year, train your mind to think positive, to think big. Develop the courage to pursue your dreams, even when it seems impossible.

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??????????????? Make mistakes, fail, face countless challenges, but keep moving, with an attitude of continuous learning. Be imperfect, yet bold in your pursuits.

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??????????????????????????????? This year, train your mind to see more opportunities, and less obstacles.

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3.?????? Update/gain new skills.

The skills that made you relevant in 2023 might not sustain that relevance this year. As the world of work continues to evolve, you will become obsolete if you don’t continue to gain and deploy the skills demanded in your industry. Every now and then, read up on changes in your industry, and refine your competitive advantage by selecting and investing in gaining strategic technical/soft skills.

??????????????? Whether you are enrolling in an online course, taking a professional certification program, or attending seminars, do what you can, to become a master at what you do.

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4.?????? Build your network.

There are platforms and opportunities you will never get access to unless someone recommends you. The question is, who do you know? Or, should it be, who knows you?

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??????????????? There are a lot of people who are less skilled than you, but are in far better positions because of their connections. While knowing your onion is great, you also need quality persons who can blow your trumpet.

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??????????????? This year, whether through social media or professional events, invest in building/nurturing quality relationships.

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5.?????? Embrace continuous learning.

Because change is constant, you will be useless this 2024 if you stop learning. From staying updated about changes in your industry, to mastering relevant technologies, you must keep learning and adapting.

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??????????????? Working on these things won’t be easy. But with consistency and discipline, you will outgrow your expectations. Step out every single day this year, taking actions that will elevate you. Refuse to be the same, refuse to be less, and do the work. And as you do so, your transformation will marvel you.

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"Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men." – Proverbs 22:29 KJV

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Happy New Year…