Stop waiting for mega opportunity

Everyone wants to be able to move in leaps and bounds to achieve their goals. Problem is most people expect the leaps to come in one swoop. Sometimes they do, but many times it comes by doing certain small things consistently such as the following.

Crawl consistently: Getting big things isn’t always down to doing big things. Even though going at a snail’s pace is never the ideal way of doing anything, taking small steps each day is better than waiting for one big step.

Create mini ‘wows’: Executing a big ‘wow’ is challenging, but you can make it your habit to consistently over-deliver on things you are accountable for. Decide to over-deliver because big opportunities will not happen by accident. If you make ‘wow’ your standard and stake your reputation on it, your chances will be brighter.

Talk to people who see what you don’t: Sometimes you may not be ready for the huge opportunity you’re seeking because of some things you are not doing or getting right. Have one or two people who are aware of your desire and who can show you what you may be doing that’s unhelpful.

Do things without an immediate payoff: Whatever you are looking for, starting to prepare early. It will give you exposure, earn confidence in you and help with any lateral moves in the right direction.

Act like the level you seek: Operate like you would if you were in that position you seek. Don’t ignore your present responsibilities, but it helps to do whatever is necessary to see yourself in that next opportunity long before it’s actually up for grabs.

Now take action: What is the mega opportunity you seek and what can you do daily to prepare yourself? n