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10 Lists to Keep If You Want to Be Successful

The human mind is truly incredible, and we should all strive towards creating a tenacious memory we can rely on. Many
lucrative professions or hobbies require such a traitactors, musicians, artists and entertainers in general do countless drills,
just so the required information can be embedded in the memory with certainty. Clearly numerous doors that lead to a
successful future are unlocked if one has a great memory. Although bene cial, it is not an essential ingredient within the
success formulawhat you lack in memory can always be compensated with diligence.
Keeping track of crucial elements in your life through list-making is still an unrivaled tactic for counterbalancing feeble
recollection. By utilizing constant reminders, we can have signi cantly greater organization, we wont be under the impression
we have forgotten something, and we will have a clear insight into which task has a stamp of immediacy attached to it. Here are
ten suggested lists that warrant implementation, in order to track achievements and nurture ambition.

1. List of Goals

What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.
Zig Ziglar
Goals and ambition is what drives us and motivates us, but we need to ask ourselves what is it that we want in order to feel truly
accomplished. Your list of goals should consists of all the items that you deem are necessary to truly respect yourself. It can be
nancial stability, a place you can call your own, starting your family, being independent, etc. People have different criteria

nancial stability, a place you can call your own, starting your family, being independent, etc. People have different criteria
when it comes to goals, and this list in particular is ever-growing; it changes as you mature, but it always feels great when you
cross something out of it. Without such a list, you lose direction of where your life is heading, and we all need some inner
guidance to focus ona good reason to get up in the morning.

2. List of Tasks

Happiness does not come from doing easy work but from the afterglow of satisfaction that comes after the achievement
of a dif cult task that demanded our best.
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Theodore Isaac Rubin

Tasks are actually milestones on the road to goal completion, and these lists have a tendency to become quite copious. New
tasks emerge on a daily basis, regardless of whether you are an employee, a student, or a freelancer. Despite the fact that they
are arduous, we always have some sense of achievement once the task is complete, or when a certain problem is solved. By
avoiding to make such lists and lists of our daily tasks, theyll simply pile up and eventually become a hindrance.
In the event you have larger tasks that need more than a day, a week or a month before they can be completed, then break those
tasks into smaller daily assignments, and put them on the list as well. As long as you monitor larger tasks while completing
minor daily milestones, you will have a greater grip on progression and continuous source of motivation. List and sticky notes
are actually quite potenttoolsforincreaseinproductivity(http://www.cartridgeink.co.uk/blog/), especially while we are working
from home.
Lastly, it is worth mentioning that you should also have a list of personal tasks, or tasks you do for the sake of self-ful llment.
These are related to your personal goals, and governing passionswriting a book, painting, crafting etc. These tasks will de ne
you and offer a much greater sense of achievement, so give it your all to create something you can be proud of.

3. List of Contacts

Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit.

Aristotle
It would be delusional to assume you can make it all on your own; however, at the same time, a awed partnership can result in
disastrous outcome as well. It is extremely dif cult to nd compatible allies and contacts, since friends and familyin other
words, people close to youmay not be the best choicefor a business partner. If you want to enter into a partnership with
someone, make sure the person shares the same vision. Tread lightly and try to ascertain your potential partners level of
reliability.
Throughout life, we come across skillful, capable and talented people, whose competence might be needed in the future,
depending on your line of work of course. Do not be hesitant to offer a helping hand when they are in need, since you can gain a
valuable contact. The point being: make a special list of all important contacts, like reliable programmers, handymen, lawyers,
etc. Remember not to only reach out when you are in need. You need to maintain a healthy and natural relationship and be
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having important acquaintances and becoming an important acquaintance is very much possible.
Without such a list, you are leaving yourself vulnerable to possible future complications; moreover, make sure this list is wellkept since once you lose a contact like this one, it can be somewhat troublesome to recover such data. Just be sure you have
recovery data tools at your disposal to mitigatethedamageifsomethingweretohappentoyourphone
(http://www.wondershare.com/datarecovery/androiddatarecoveryguide.html).

4. List of Expenses

A wise person should have money in their head, but not in their heart.
Jonathan Swift
This may be a quite mundane piece of advice, yet it is very often neglected. As we all know, there are two types of expenses:
those that are necessary, (bills, taxes, food) and those expenditures used for indulging some personal cravings. There is a
degree of restraint that the majority of us lack in order to approach the matter with a satisfying level of prudence. To say it
bluntly, we treat ourwants like our needs, and necessities and primary obligations are pushed in the background. Of course,
this may sound a bit exaggerated, but the truth is the pressure of a consumers culture eventually becomes overwhelming,
resulting in a purchase we shouldnt be able to afford at the time. This kind of behavior can be avoided byutilizing lists, and
turning them into an omnipresent reminder of what is truly important.
By making lists of all the monthly expenses we are obligated to pay, well have a clear overview with how much resources are
there at our disposal. On the other hand, without this list lled with meticulous calculations, we are prone to believing that we
have more freedom to engage in a shopping spree, ultimately causing our bills to pile up; thus, we end up astepclosertoa
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nances properly, or the fact that we prioritize the costs of living, is a responsibility that signi es maturity. Success is
commonly measured by the amount of wealth and without adequate spending tactics, you prevent its accumulation.

5. List of Useful Tools

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If youre the type of person who has to ful ll your dreams, youve got to be resourceful to make sure you can do it.
Vin Diesel

Todays society vastly depends on the use of technologywe exchange information, conduct calculations, measure time, etc.
This level of reliability also suggests liability. If something were to happen to our cell phone or personal computer, it would be a
sizable setback that could harm our capabilities severely. As mentioned, losing contacts can truly be troublesome. It is even
worse however, to have your lifes work lost and compromised.
Useful tools are not only limited to recovering damage; they also encompass tools that make your job easier. With ef ciency
and a greater level of competence, you are a step closer toward success. Using the right apps and tools can make up for our lack
of skills in a particular area, or simply help us manage our work in a more timely manner. Keeping a list of useful tools will
come in handy whenever you are faced with more common problems, like nding a good restaurant for a business dinner,
driving through unfamiliar terrain, task management, learning, and there are even toolscapableofhelpingyourecoverstolen
property(http://mackeeper.com/security).
Even though the list is not as crucial as the ones mentioned so far, it is undeniable that having it can save you a lot of time if
the need for it ever arises. The Internet is a vast sea of both useful and useless tools, and by ltering out those thatare
irrelevant, you wont have to conduct countless searches when you are in need of adequate tools for problem solving.

6. List of Self Improvements

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The minute that youre not learning I believe youre dead.

Jack Nicholson
Reasonable to assume this one is unavoidable, and it always deserves to be mentioned. It is safe to assume we are all aware of
our shortcomings; if not all of them at least some of them. Think about yourself, make a listofallthethingsyouwouldliketo
improveorchange(http://www.mbacrystalball.com/blog/2014/08/26/selfimprovementtips/), then consider how to implement
those changes. Despite the fact that those who are close to you do not pressure you into changing or improving, you should
always make constant endeavours to do so, for your own sake.
The list of improvements should consist of physical changes, changes spiritual in nature, abandoning bad habits etc. No one
expects you to change entirely in a short time period, but making a decision to change one thing on a yearly basis is a viable
resolution, quite easy to execute. The list is there simply to remind you which improvement to prioritize, and build up your
con dence after each completion. Refusing to change can either result in lack of con dence and depression, or becoming an
overcon dent and self-absorbed person that no one will tolerate for long; both of these traits are contradictory to your quest for
a successful future.

7. List of Creative Ideas

Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.
Waldo Emerson
Throughout history, people who made the most signi cant impact on the world were those with a revolutionary way of
thinking, those who dared to challenge the established order and alter the status quo.Foranideatobeclassifiedascreative
(http://www.inc.com/christinadesmarais/25waystobemorecreative.html), it needs to be new, it needs to make sense, and it
needs to have some sort of use. For example, creating something to help the disabled communicate online, or simply typethat
way, people who have lost their limbs could blog or become creative writers, and show the world a piece of their mind. Thus a
keyboard in a form of braces could enable them to type using their tongue; however I am not an engineer, so I do not know
whether something like this is possible.
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something ground-breaking. Once your list has grown, then you need to start pondering on the subject to see whether it holds
closer scrutiny. Ask for a second opinion and see what you would need to realize your idea. In a majority of cases, this is how
successful people are created. Rest assured that it is very possible that people wont be impressed with your creativity as much
as you are, but do not allow yourself to be discouragedafter all, perseverance has a crucial role in a career as well. Monitoring
your thoughts incites productive thinking and hones your focus; it keeps our mind occupied. Letting your good ideas slide is
only a wasted potential that will put your progress in a halt.

8. List of Future Plans

The future is uncertain but the end is always near.

Jim Morrison
We have all heard statements like Tomorrow is a mystery, Live for today, and You cant affect the future. Personally, I
heavily disagree with such a point of view. Although I do agree that, in particular circumstances, making plans for the future is
doing Sisyphus work, not planning it at all seems utterly mortifying. I also believe that everyone makes some sort of plan; the
problem is this fear of uncertainty that thwarts our will to act.
To make your resolve more adamant, compile a list of your future plans, see what you need in order to make them come true.
This one is very similar to the rst listthe one with goals; the difference is, it does not have to involve your personal future.
Rather, it is list of upcoming important events, important changes in law, or upcoming trends, useful software, etc. It will keep
you well-informed and prepared, since staying updated and relevant are essential virtues for lucrative businessmen.

9. List of Contingency Plans

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You pray for rain, you gotta deal with the mud too. Thats a part of it.
Denzel Washington
Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, meaning there is nothing you can do without consequences. Every attempt to
be more successful usually has a set of barriers attached to it, or risks. Even though risks are inevitable, beingpreparedforthe
aftermathisalwaysagood(http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_51.htm) and necessary thing. When you plan your

business incentives, or when you plan to invest in something, make sure you compose a thorough pros and cons list, as well as a
list of possible negative scenarios. In the event that positive aspects outweigh the negative ones, you can be more encouraged
to proceed further.
Make an effort to be constantly prepared for the backlash of major initiatives, and contain the possible damage. The lack of
contingency implies recklessness, and it was adamantly made clear how this approach contradicts advancement. Make leaps of
faith only when you have no other options to explore.

10. Bucket List

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The bitterest tears shed over graves are for words left unsaid and for deeds left undone.
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Finally, learn to live for the sake of experiencing what life has to offer. It is invigorating, to say the least, and it keeps your
regrets at minimum. One of the reasons why we want to be successful is to actually ful l our dreams or complete our bucket
list, to look back on our life during old age with a warm smile rather than a frown. Feel free to put even the impossible things on
your bucket list, and nd the next best thing using your creativity. Whenever you reach a rough patch in your life, take a look at
you bucket list and see what is the most plausible thing to do in order to restore your will power and keep going.
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5 Evening Habits of Successful People

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Many have heard the phrase The early bird catches the worm, and that may be true, but the truth is that highly successful
people have habits for both the morning and the evening that make both time frames more productive. The evening is a crucial
period of resetting, and maximizing the use of that time can do wonders.
To ensure you never fall behind, Ive compiled a list of the evening habits of a few highly successful people. Incorporating these
into your daily routine will give the strength and introspection to make a real difference.

1.President Barack Obamas next-day preparation

Whether due to his nature or the demands of his job, President Obama often spends a few hours each evening analyzing the
following days schedule and tasks. He gets a thorough idea of the next days run down so that he can be as prepared as possible
to make smart, informed decisions on a repeat basis the following day. If tomorrow is known to be a hectic day, go through your
schedule the day before and visualize what success means in each scenario.

2. Fashion designer Vera Wangs free associative period

After checking emails from her staff, Vera Wang allots a portion of her evening to simple free-form thinking about design.
Because of its unguided nature, this allows her to simultaneously decompress while also providing opportunity for that Aha!
moment that many creatives constantly pursue. At the end of the day, you would do well to allow yourself to unwind. You may
naturally think about work, but try not to take action unless a major epiphany strikes.

3.Buffer CEO Joel Gascoignes walking habit

Each evening, regardless of the days events, Buffer CEO Joel Gascoigne takes a 20 minute walk, one that he has worked to
associate with shutting his mind and body down for sleep. Gascoigne uses walking to, reach a state of tiredness, so think of a
way to incorporate activity to bring your mind to a state of rest. Many great minds have used walking as a tool, and it could
easily be incorporated into any schedule.

4. Microsoft CEO Bill Gates reading habit

Bill Gates spends an hour before bed reading every day. Doing so helps to relieve stress levels and to boost cognitive function,
all the while creating new knowledge from which the next great innovation might spring. Spend some time every night before
bed reading on any subject. The stimulation can work wonders for creating new connections between work and play, bringing
you one step closer to the next big break.

5. Ariana Huf ngtons shutting down of her phone

Many workaholics have a hard time turning off their phone for the night, but the ones that do advocate for this process. After
passing out from exhaustion on one occasion, Huf ngton has become an advocate for leaving the phone off and away from her
while sleeping. Others, including Facebook leader Sheryl Sandburg, would agree with Huf ngtons habits. It is often said that
the bright lights of cell phones trick the human brain into thinking its awake, so shut it down unless you want to be up all night.

6. Podcaster Alex Blumburgs family discussion time.

In an episode of his new hit podcast Startup, former NPR producer Alex Blumburg speaks of his desire to spend a signi cant
amount of time with his young wife Nasneen. The entire series is a collection of the insights and work it takes to start a
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business, and Blumburg, while desiring more than anything to succeed at starting his own company, also makes sure
he carves

out time to discuss how his work is affecting his family and his wife. Make sure that your choices about work incorporate the
opinions of your family, and you will be better off.
What habits do you have that kick start your next day? Is it a certain exercise routine? A speci c time frame in which you
mustbrush your teeth? Share it with us, we are always looking for feedback from our community.
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