Success is Predictable

Success is predictable. Have a goal, make a plan, execute. Simple to say, trickier to see through. The trick, all things being equal is the follow through, or in the parlance of our day: Grit.

​But, it takes more than that. In no particular order here are some thoughts:

Success needs

1. ​Desire: a major definite purpose
2. ​Focus: you can only ride one horse at a time
3. A highly sought after marketable skill
4. Reliability: You do what you promised, when you promised it, in the manner you promised to do it.
5. A fertile environment: living in a safe prosperous country helps
6. Access to resources: internet, information, public utilities, and much more
7. Education: yes, reading two books won't make you an expert. Either will YouTube.
8. Intelligence: Yep, this helps a lot
9. The Knowledge of counting: Business math is important
   
10. Leadership: Core skill
11. Grit: the ability and desire to preserve in the face of obstacles
12. Long term thinking: considering the long-term effects of an action
13. Health: high energy is a prerequisite for most people
14. Supportive mentors and teachers: you can't do it alone
15. Time: likely double what you thought
16. Luck: preparation meets opportunity

Best,

David Story 
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