Perception of success:
Every man is working hard to achieve his goals in life. Someone gets result in time and someone gets later. Our society is very judgmental and it give validation to results only. In society the one who delivers result is considered as successful and who is still working is considered as failure. When he gets results then only his failure is counts as success. This judgmental behavior of society creates a huge pressure on the person who has not gotten his result yet. This creates a self doubt in the person. So to overcome this, do not compare yourself with others. Remember that everyone has different struggle, different mindset, different goals too. Success varies from person to person.
Results over effort:
There is a famous quote that says “Be smart. No one cares about your efforts, only the results”. This phrase reflects a result driven mindset of our society. No-one honors your struggles and it only cares for the outcome. In any field of life you will be judged by the achievements not the hard work behind it. Everyone knows that effort is essential and the result is the by product of that hard work. But result is appreciated much more than the effort. It is also true that effort does not guarantee success but without any effort result is not possible. You may work late night, skip vacations or sacrifice weekends but if the final result is not achieved then all your efforts will not gain any applause. People will only see your results not all the sleepless nights behind it. In this judgmental world where performance is over valued persistence, it’s time now to shift your mindset.
Work smarter not harder:
Hard work means working with consistent effort with dedication to complete the task through time and energy. Hard work always emphasizes quantity. It gives more time and physical effort to achieve the goal. On the other hand smart work uses strategic planning. Smart work give priority to high impact tasks and time management effectively. Smart work uses planning, creativity and technology to accomplish more in less time. While hard work builds discipline and endurance, smart work saves resources and improves productivity. Many individuals give their full effort but fail to achieve their goals due to lack of direction and planning. Adaptability plays a vital role in your achievements. Our society rewards success not the hard efforts behind it. So it is time to channel your energy to smart actions that will produce meaningful results in short time. If you want to get your result on time then you have to work smart not hard. There will be no pressure of others achievements over yours.
Outcome-Driven Mindset:
To get your result in time you need a result oriented mindset. This mindset helps you to focus on productivity not just on activity. First set clear and measurable goals and focus on high-value tasks. You need to use tools and system that increases efficiency. The key is not just to do more but to do what matters more for yourself. You need to train your mind to think in terms of deliverables. You have to align your actions with your outcomes. Change your mindset and understand that you have no need of validation for your struggle in life. As human being we all want recognition for our hard work and sacrifices. But that does not mean you will expect people to understand your struggle. You need to change this mindset as it is a trap and people’s opinion is not in our control. So it is wise to shift your focus from emotional validation to practical output.
Performance matters:
It is a very harsh reality that our society admire the accomplishment, not the process. We learn from our failure and grow in life. This is very important but it is always overlooked as everyone’s eye is on the final result. Instead of working hard one need to work smartly by setting clear goals. To achieve your goals in less time you need to optimize your resources and improve your strategies continuously.
How to Deliver Results That Matter:
You need to take some smart ways to deliver the results. Set specific goals and visualize your success before it starting. Track your output daily and measure the productivity. Just cut the low impact tasks and focus on the most important tasks first. You need to adapt quickly. If something is not working as per the rule then change your approach not the goal. Let the result speak for you louder.
The Final Thought:
The society is designed in such a way that it is always obsessed with results. You can not change it by any means. So its better to change yourself and work on yourself. To achieve your goals you need to work strategically. You need to accept the bitter truth that your efforts are valuable if only it leads to something tangible. Do not just work hard, work smart and effectively. Over all only you need is to deliver your results.
