We meet and learn from champions every day. We have learned
that to be a champion you must ‘Think like
a Champion’. Champions think differently than everyone else. They approach
their life and work with a different mindset and belief system that separates
them from the pack.
1. Champions Expect
to Win - When they walk on the court, on the field or into a meeting they
expect to win. In fact they are surprised when they don't win. They expect
success and their positive beliefs often lead to positive actions and outcomes.
They win in their mind first and then they win in the hearts and minds of their
customers or fans.
2. Champions
Celebrate the Small Wins - By celebrating the small wins champions gain the
confidence to go after the big wins. Big wins and big success happen through
the accumulation of many small victories. This doesn't mean champions become
complacent. Rather, with the right kind of celebration and reinforcement,
champions work harder, practice more and believe they can do greater things.
3. Champions Don't Make
Excuses When They Don't Win - They don't focus on the faults of others.
They focus on what they can do better. They see their mistakes and defeats as
opportunities for growth. As a result they become stronger, wiser and better.
4. Champions Focus on
What They Get To Do, Not What They Have To Do - They see their life and
work as a gift not an obligation. They know that if they want to achieve a
certain outcome they must commit to and appreciate the process. They may not
love every minute of their journey but their attitude and will helps them
develop their skill.
5. Champions Believe
They Will Experience More Wins in the Future - Their faith is greater than their
fear. Their positive energy is greater than the chorus of negativity.
Their certainty is greater than all the doubt. Their passion and purpose are
greater than their challenges. In spite of their situation champions believe
their best days are ahead of them, not behind them.
If you don’t think you have what it takes to be a champion,
think again. Champions aren’t born. They are shaped and moulded. And as iron
sharpens iron you can develop your mindset and the mindset of your team with
the right thinking, beliefs and expectations that lead to powerful actions.
