Commitment is a key to
success whether it's in a business, a personal relationship, professional
growth, or in sports.
What made Larry Bird one of the best players in basketball?
He was considered slow, and many thought he could not jump. Sometimes it almost
looked like he was playing in slow motion. But Larry Bird succeeded as a player
because he was totally dedicated to success. He practiced more, played harder,
and had more mental toughness than most of his competitors. He got more out of
his talents than almost anyone did.
The same was true with Tom Watson, the great golfer. Tom was
nothing special at Stanford, considered just another kid on the team. But his
coach still talks about him, saying, "I never saw anyone practice
more."
You see, the difference in physical skills between athletes
doesn't tell you much. It's the quality of their commitment that separates the
good players from the great. People who are committed to success are willing to
do whatever it takes, as long as it doesn't harm anyone else. Everything they
do reflects their commitment.
Ask yourself the following questions and think about your
answers: "How strong is your commitment - to your career, your
relationships, your personal growth? How much of your time and energy do you
give these things? Do the results you get reflect your level of
commitment?"