Success is defined by people in many ways, but it’s up to you how you define it. Below are some of the different definitions of success which will help you discover your own definition of success.
Oxford Dictionary has defined the word Success as follows:
The accomplishment of an aim or purpose.
A person or thing that achieves desired aims or attains prosperity.
Other dictionaries define Success as:
Attainment of wealth, favor, eminence, respect, or fame.
The correct or desired result of an attempt.
Most people see success as reaching a predetermined goal and accomplishing something that is important to them. Women define success more in terms of life balance and relationships whereas men focus more on material success.
Success brings peace of mind. Once you achieve success it brings you satisfaction, knowing you did your best to become the best that you can become.
Now that you’ve read through the definitions of success, it’s time for you to decide what success is for you.
Here are some questions you should ask yourself:
What do you value?
What makes you the happiest?
What satisfies your core needs?
What types of accomplishments feel the most worthwhile to you?
What is your idea of success?
When you reflect on these questions, you will figure out what success is to you. Defining success is a key step to putting yourself on the right track towards reaching your goals. Your definition of success has the power to motivate and energize you to get started and keep working on your success journey.
Are you ready to become the very best version of yourself?
Let’s get started!