QUOTE FROM THEODORE ROOSEVELT * KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE STARS AND YOUR FEET ON THE GROUND*

Managing remotely through video conferencing and mails can be effective.  But as a achiever you need to be seen on ground with your people. This means engaging with teams at various locations or stakeholders to get feel of impact of on ground activities to them. It also increases in bridging cultural divide. Also, it increases credibility of the leader. This helps the achievers to be in direct connect with people and formulate  policy . Cyrus Mistry is one such exceptional Indian achiever who is the chairman of Tata group.  Tata is an Indian Multinational conglomerate with total turnover of 141 billion dollars ( as at july 14) .In his brief stint so far, Cyrus  has amply displayed signs of a great leader who is engaging with all his teams. Recently the economist has described him the most important industrialist in both India and Britain.

THE GAME PLAN

A well planned strategy is the key to business and means a lot for business to succeed. Effective strategic planning helps great organizations in understanding the environment they are operating in , improve their competitive position and prepare for future environments. This also involves committing to a formal process, research , realistic assessments of the environment , good communication and implementing the changes planned. Naturally, this kind of leadership stays ahead of the completion. Anand Mahindra is one such exceptional Indian achiever  who has steered his group ( Mahindra ) to new heights due to his strategic approach and  visionary leadership. Currently Anand is MD of one of largest automobile companies Mahindra & Mahindra as well as anchors many other Mahindra companies.  No wonder, Anand Mahindra is recognized as one of the most illustrious business leaders of INDIA. Quote by JOHN P KOTTER sums it up beautifully *Leaders establish the vision for future and set the strategy for getting there. *

LET IT GO

Achievers consciously detach. They set the pace, take superlative actions , build something great , and then relinquish when they feel that time is right . They allow themselves and those around them the freedom to be themselves once they reach their goal.   At a deep level , they know this is the best time to let it go. Therefore they realize it is futile to stop trying to control something always. Narayana Murthy is one such achiever . Narayana Murthy , IT Czar , is credited with building India’s second largest software services company( Infosys ). This 7.3 Billion dollar revenue firm is famous in the entire world for its outsourcing services and commitment. Murthy decision of not allowing founders to continue after the age of 65 allowed the younger leaders to flourish in Infosys. No wonder, MURTHY has quoted brilliantly * Progress is often equal to the difference between mind and mindset.*

Quote from Stephen Richards * The only time when you fail is when you fall down and stay down *

Tenacity. Doggedness. Determination. Do you have any of these traits  in you ? . This is the question achievers ask themselves many times. Their firmness keeps them on the winning track in spite of the odds stacked against them many times. The tough gets going when the going gets tough. The achievers make their own destiny and take all adversities in their stride. Stephen Hawking has a motor neuron disease   which has worsened over the years. Stephen got this when he was in his early twenties and aspiring to become a top notch scientist.   Initially Stephen lost his ability to write , however he developed visual methods including seeing equations in terms of geometry. Despite his failing health , he was fiercely independent and did not seek even an iota of help from any one towards his dream of becoming an iconic scientist.  No wonder , STEPHEN is known in entire world for his significant scientific achievements including Hawking radiation, work on framework of general relativity  and his work on popular sciences. Hawking has made major contributions in field of general relativity.

Quote from Beverly Sills * There are no shortcuts to any place worth going*

TALENTS WINS GAMES BUT TEAMWORK AND INTELLIGENCE WINS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Generally whenever individuals win , team loses . Achievers think differently.  They are able to knit together the capabilities of the team.

This collective focus then brings the best result. Achievers are able to think beyond individuals & hence unleash potential of the team.  They communicate a clear vision, develop people’s capabilities and pull every one to make the group project a success. These leaders shift their focus from their individual achievements to their teams “ collective quick wins “. N.R.Narayana Murthy is one such exceptional achiever. Murthy is cofounder of India IT Giant ; Infosys , a multinational corporation. Murthy cofounded Infosys in 1981 with six professionals. It was his leadership and team spirit that made Infosys a brand all over the world . Murthy has been described as father of Indian IT sector by Forbes magazine due to his contribution to outsourcing in India. Murthy has been also honored with Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan .

Michael Jordan quote sums it up comprehensively *TALENTS WINS GAMES BUT TEAMWORK AND INTELLIGENCE WINS CHAMPIONSHIPS*

Quote from George Lopez * When things are bad, It is the best time to reinvent yourself.*

Revive .Renovate. Revitalize. Revamp. Reinvent. The success of achievers depends on how do they visualize future, address their flows, never stop learning, read more , learn from others and truly change oneself. Reid Hoffman is one such exceptional achiever who knows what is to be done at the what time.  Reid Hoffman is one of the most successful Entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley. He is founder of Linkedin,  the largest professional social network worth around 28 billion dollars  . Reid is also an angel investor with early investments in Facebook, Flickr, Digg and Zynga .Reid believes in being both flexible and persistent . While one needs strong vision( persistent ),  one must also listen to  data and pivot when needed(  flexible ) . Quote from  Reid Hoff Man " You have to be constantly reinventing yourself and investing in the future ".

QUOTE FROM HELEN KELLER * Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much *

Cooperation. Team work. Partnership. Association. Collaboration. Larry Page is one such exceptional achiever who believes in teamwork. Larry  cofounded Google in September  98 along with Sergey Brin. They revolutionized the way people use internet. Infact word * Google * has entered the global lexicon standing for web search. Their collaboration started when both of them were doing PHD together at Stanford.  Google founders give their employees plenty of freedom and use effective communication as a tool to keep everyone in the same general direction. Very important theme for Google has been “think of the user and think big “.  No wonder,  Google’s net worth in 2014 is more than 380 billion dollars ( as on May, 14 ) . Google is among the best three valuable brands of the world and is ranked among the best 10 companies for innovation. Quote from Larry Page sums it up comprehensively * If you run the company a bit more collaboratively, you get a better result, because you have more bandwidth, checking and balancing going on. *

QUOTE * PROBLEM ARE NOT STOPSIGNS . THEY ARE GUIDELINEIS *

Problems. Troubles. Disputes. Dilemma. Obstacles. That is what the life is all about. The question here is whether one can convert stumbling blocks into stepping stones for success. Tough moments  come and go . The key here is  approach and positivity which is displayed by achievers in these moments . They gather strength from distress &  become brave. They attack the issue  head on and are busy in creating solutions. They  survive in difficult times through their resilience . Finally ,  adversity looses. Roger Federer  is one such champion Tennis player who plays with lot of composure and patience, Roger's skill and longevity can be judged from the fact that he has been ranked  inside the top 10 tennis players continuous  since Oct 2002. His consistency speaks for itself as he has been able to win 17 Grand Slam Titles. In addition ROGER has won six ATP year end titles , 23 Master Series and Olympic Gold in doubles .  The icing on the cake has been DAVIS CUP triumph on 24-11-14 . No wonder Roger, the Swiss masterio is recognized as greatest player of all time. As he has  concurred every important title. Also, ROGER displays  Calmness and  Patience in plenty. Roger Federer ( who is generally rated as greatest tennis player of all time by numerous experts & commentators ) .quotes * I’m a very positive thinker & that is what helps me the most in difficult moments. *

QUOTE BY GORDON RAMSEY * I AM WHAT I AM . A FIGHTER *

Achievers train for a purpose. They train for themselves and train all the time. They think and anticipate all the time. They improvise and keep on adding to their skills. Even if they lose some time , they emerge as a more stronger soul. MARY KOM is one such fighter Indian champion . Mary was born in a poor tribal family in far flung Indian state of MANIPUR. She worked in the fields and helped her parents. She was inspired to take to Boxing and started learning it with gusto. Mary’s determination and belief in herself started winning her medals and recognition. Mary Kom is the only boxer to have won a medal in each of the six world cup championships so far including 5 Gold medals. Mary also added to her illustrious exploits a bronze in 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES as well as many medals at ASIAN level. Marys gold in Asian Games recently held in September 14 is really special. Marys’ achievements are all the more noteworthy as Manipur has hardly produced any female idol & MARY has risen like a star from nowhere. No wonder, MARY is nicknamed as MAGNIFICIENT MARY. Mary has been true to her love of boxing and quote of ARNOLD HORSHOK sums it up comprehensively * Winning is nice if you don’t lose your integrity in the process.*

QUOTE FROM MARADONA ON LIONEL MESSI ; "I see him as very similar to me. He's a leader and is offering lessons in beautiful football*

Definition of hard work for achievers is that something which challenges you. And why is challenge important? Why not just do what’s easiest .Most people will do what’s easiest and avoid hard work — and that’s precisely why you should do the opposite. Champions thrive on challenges and look forward for enhanced opportunities. One such young boy Lionel Messi of Argentina, started soccer at age of five. At the age of 8, he was recruited to join the youth system of Newell's Old Boys. Recognizably smaller than most of the kids in his age group, Messi used to work very hard. Messi moved quickly through the junior system ranks, and by the age of 16, he had made his first appearance for Barcelona. Messi put himself in the record books on May 1, 2005, as the youngest player to ever score a goal for the franchise. Messi ‘s speed and relentless attacking style, he drew comparisons to another famous Argentinean footballer: Diego Maradona. Messi steered Barcelona to a wealth of success, captured the Champions League, La Liga, and Spanish Super Cup titles. That same year, after two consecutive runner-up finishes, he took home his first FIFA "World Player of the Year" honor/Ballon d'Or award. Amazingly, the diminutive soccer wizard continued to improve, discovering new ways to score goals while leading Barcelona to La Liga and Spanish Super Cup championships in 2010 and 2011, as well as the '11 Champions League title. In 2012, he set a record for most goals in a calendar year, and afterward was named FIFA's "Player of the Year" a record fourth time. Messi embarked on an all-out assault on the record books in 2012. He became the first player to surpass Cesar Rodriguez's club-record 232 goals to become Barcelona's all-time leading scorer. By the end of 2012, Messi had accumulated an astounding 91 goals in club and international play, eclipsing the 85 netted in a single calendar year by Gerd Muller in 1972. Fittingly, he broke one more record when he was named the FIFA Ballon d'Or winner for the fourth time in January 2013. Messi led team Argentina to the finals of the 2014 World Cup. Although his team lost to Germany, he was named best player of the tournament. Also today on 7-11-14 , MESSI has equaled the all time Champions League record of 71 goals . Also, Messi has become highest goal scorer in LA LIGA history by scoring 253 goals ( as on 24-11-14) . Quote by Lionel Messi sums up his philosophy towards life * You have to fight to reach to your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.*

Technology is wonder. It has changed our lives almost in a magical way. Music, entertainment , automobiles , communication, office ………you name any domain of life which is not controlled by it. The IPODs, IPADs, MOBILEs & LAPTOPs of the world are ruling over us. We have to learn & live with them. Achievers quickly adopt to these changes & create new ways to do business with the help of technology. They master technology & they use it to their advantage rather than getting left behind.In fact Apple ( a company formed in 1976 ) has the valuation of 662 billion dollars ( as on November 14 ) and is the most valuable company in the world. APPLE has been the pioneer in innovations and technology . iPod ( developed by APPLE in 2001 ),iPhone (developed by APPLE in 2010) and iPad (developed by APPLE in 2010) have been the leaders in their category. Freeman Dyson quotes wisely * Technology is a gift of God. After the gift of life, it is perhaps the greatest of God’s gifts.*

Quote from Samuel Goldwyn *The harder I work, the luckier I get.”

Work ethic means the manners and etiquettes that must be kept in mind while doing any work. Ethics are important to be kept in mind and practiced so as to make sure that your work reaps the maximum output. Achiever practice work ethics religiously & therefore are always successful at work. Michael Jeffrey Jordan is an American professional basketball player who is considered to the greatest basketball player of all times. Michael is well known for his work ethic. The illustration of it was that he did not miss 4 or more games while active for full season from 1986-87 to 2001 -02. Michael was most durable player of his times. His prolific scoring and leaping ability also nicknamed him as AIR JORDAN. No wonder, Michael achievements include *Five most valuable player awards, ten all NBA first team designations , highest career regular season scoring average, ten scoring titles & two Olympic golds* . Michael Jordan quotes comprehensively on his work ethics *I've always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come. * In another take on his life , Michael Jordan gives an electrifying, scintillating and galvanizing statement. “I have missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I have lost almost 300 games. 26 times I have been trusted to’ take the game winning shot and missed. I have failed over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed”.

QUOTE FROM MICHAEL JORDAN ;THERE IS NO *I* IN TEAM, BUT THERE IS IN WIN

Group. Squad. Bunch . Company. Team. Achievers know how to make a team effective. Working with team requires skill in communication, effective collaboration, time management and business acumen. One such exceptional achiever is Chinese entrepreneur JACK MA. Ma is founder and executive chairman of ALIBABA , a conglomerate of internet based services. Ma Started the company with his 18 friends. Ma is a charismatic leader. He is relentless. In fact when Ma started, he met with with strong opposition from family and friends. However , MA made his team into a winning combination through his dynamism . His company took few years to become successful . Company made on losses till 2001 to start making 1 $ profit in 2002 and then improving every year .No wonder , MA is one of the most successful Chinese internet entrepreneurs and became the richest Chinese ( as on November 2014 ). Recently his e commerce powerhouse company ALIBABA did a record breaking 25billion dollars IPO. Quote from JACK MA*If we are a good team and know what we want to do, one of us can defeat ten of them.*

QUOTE BY VINCE LOMBARDI * Leaders aren't born they are made . And they are made just like anyone else , through hard work *

Leaders create energy. Leaders create excitement. Leaders are achievers who are able to combine passion , patience and work hard. They rely on doing consistent small efforts and making sure they get the task done while staying focused. Achievers seize opportunity given to them and show their mettle. Satya Nadella is one such exceptional Indian achiever. Nadella has said * I always wanted to build things *. At Microsoft, Nadella started humbly with smaller projects. Subsequently , Satya anchored the company move to the cloud computing. Ultimately this resulted in Microsoft developing one of the largest cloud infrastructures in the world. No wonder, Satya became CEO of this American bellwether multinational enterprise during Feb 2014. Microsoft is the World’s largest software maker . Satya Nadella effect on Microsoft has helped Microsoft surpass Exon Mobile and garner the rank of second most valuable company after APPLE on 15.11.14. Satya quotes what he practiced in his own life "Always keep learning . You stop doing useful things if you donot learn".

Quote by Ann Voskamp ; “Simplicity is ultimately a matter of focus.”

Plain. Basic. Straightforward. Fundamental. Boring. The golden rule of any work is that it remains same day in & day out. However, the achievers bring the consistency, focus ,purpose & passion to the same mundane work . They thus make it meaningful & challenging. They keep on honing their skills . Champions like tennis player Rafael Nadal keep on returning volley after volley with almost computerized precision. While for some his consistency may be boring, this fundamental trait of doing the basic thing accurately again and again makes him the finest clay court player ever in tennis history. Nadal is also nicknamed as king of clay. Nadal also evolved into all court player as well and has won fourteen grand slam titles including nine French open titles. In addition NADAL has won 27 RECORD ATP world master titles ( as on 20-1-14 ) . Rafael Nadal sums it up comprehensively * You just try to play tough and focus for point to point. Sounds so boring but it’s the right thing to do out there.*

QUOTE BY JOEL AUSTEEN * People of excellence go the extra mile to do what"s right *

Excellence is a thought which is implemented by practitioners religiously . Achievers strive for excellence and know how to reach there. They also challenge themselves to do new things. Mark Zuckerberg is one exceptional individual who was very intelligent even as a young boy. During High School Mark Zuckerberg excelled in classes. His pursuit of knowledge excellence resulted in his ability to speak five language at very young age. In middle school he started writing software as well. It is learnt that while other kids were playing computer games, Mark Zuckerberg created them. No wonder this child prodigy (Mark Zuckerberg) is one of the five Co founders of popular internet social networking site Facebook. Mark Zuckerberg is Chairman and Chief Executive officer of Facebook. Mark Zuckerberg has taken Facebook to new heights and Facebook is having 1.23 Billion users.

QUOTE BY PATRICK ROTHFUSS * PRACTICE MAKES THE MASTER *

Practice is the art of rehearsing an activity again and again. Achievers sole purpose for doing this is to master that activity. They keep on reinforcing their skills. They take feedback from experts and coaches. They do it till they reach the state as the phrase says it * The practice makes perfect * . This wonderful trait ensures that achievers become master of their trade. One such master is ace footballer , Cristiano Ronaldo. He was the first player to win all 4 main PFA & FWA awards in England in 2007. Ronaldo currently plays for top Spanish Club, Barcelona. He is the first top European League player to reach 40 goals in a single season for two consecutive years. Also, he is the top scorer of goals all time while playing for his country , Portugal. He has been named the FIFA Ballon d'Or winner twice . Also, he has been awarded the European Golden Shoe three times. Ronaldo is the highest paid footballer in the world. As on 16-11-14 , RONALDO is all time leading scorer of European Championship games .No wonder, Ronaldo is regarded as one of the all time best footballers of the world ever. Quote by Cristiano Ronaldo sums it up comprehensively *Talent is’nt every thing. You can have it from the cradle, but it is necessary to learn the trade to be the best.*

QUOTE * PASSION IS THE FIRE THAT LIGHTS YOUR WAY *

Frenzy. Fervor. Excitement. Intensity . Passion. If you love your job, only then you can produce wonderful results. Passion gives the energy and intensity to create miracles. Jeff Bezos is one such exceptional individual who lives and works for his passion. Jeffrey Preston Bezos is the Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the board of Amazon.com. Prior to founding Amazon in 1994, he worked as a Financial Analyst . Under Jeff Bezos, Amazon continues to push into the next new thing and keeps on bringing innovation to product offerings . No wonder, Amazon keeps on growing; revenues are forecast to hit $90 billion in 2014-15. Amazon is the largest retailer on the net. In 2012, JEFF was named as businessperson of the year by FORTUNE. Jeff Bezos is recognized as one of the Greatest business leaders and continues to shine. Jeff epitomizes the QUOTE * Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you will land among the stars*

QUOTE FROM HELEN KELLER * LIFE IS EITHER A DARING ADVENTURE OR NOTHING AT ALL *

Adventure. Exploit. Enterprise .Experience. Achievers Live in a constant state of wonder. Our world is full of excitement and wonder and we need to keep on riding on that .RICHARD BRANSON IS ONE SUCH ENTREPRENEUR WHO VENTURES INTO NEW BUSINESS IN A DARING MANNER . BRANSON IS BEST KNOWN AS A FOUNDER OF VIRGIN GROUP . BRANSON STARTED A COMPANY NAMED AS VIRGIN RECORDS AND LATER SETUP MANY OTHER COMPANIES. BRANSON HAS GOT COMPANIES WHICH DEALS IN MUSIC, AVIATION , ENTERTAINMENT ,TELE COMMUNICATION, HEALTH CARE, MEDIA , F1 RACING, TOURIST RESORT BUSINESS , RAILWAY BUSINESS , FUEL AND EVEN SPACE TOURISM . BRANSON IS A TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADER. BRANSON IS KNOWN FOR HIS MAVERICK STRATEGY AND STRESS ON VIRGIN GROUP AS AN ORGANIZATION DRIVEN ON INFORMALITY AND INFORMATION RATHER THAN BEING TOP HEAVY. BRANSON IS HAVING CREATIVE STREAK IN HIS PERSONA AND HAS PERFORMED IN TELEVISION SHOWS & MOVIES AS WELL . HIS EXPLOITS INCLUDE OCEAN CRIOSSING AS WELL AS HOT AIR BALLOONING. Richard illustrates this quote * Life is a game. Play it *

DREAM BIG, TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE AND GO BEYOND THE OBVIOUS

Achievers dream big. Dreams help them discover their purpose in life. They impact others as well. They live their dreams and give happiness to others. Pele grew up in poverty. He could not afford even a proper football. However , he had dreams to play football and worked hard to join a club. From this humble beginning, he went on to become the greatest football player ever. In 1958, PELE became the youngest player ever to win football World cup . Pele won two more World cups in 1962 and 1970 while playing for his country BRAZIL. Pele is all time leading scorer in the history of football having scored 1283 goals in 1366 matches. Pele was declared as national treasure in his country Brazil . He is the worldwide ambassador for football. Pele is also known as the king of football. Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt sums up Pele *The future belongs to those who believe in beauty of their dreams *

QUOTE BY DUKE ELLINGTON ; * A PROBLEM IS A CHANCE FOR YOU TO DO YOUR BEST *

Problems. Troubles. Disputes. Dilemma. Obstacles. That is what the life is all about. The question here is whether one can convert stumbling blocks into stepping stones for success. Tough moments come and go . The key here is approach and positivity which is displayed by achievers in these moments . They gather strength from distress & become brave. They attack the issue head on and are busy in creating solutions. They survive in difficult times through their resilience . Finally , adversity looses. Roger Federer is one such champion Tennis player who plays with lot of composure and patience, Roger's skill and longevity can be judged from the fact that he has been ranked inside the top 10 tennis players continuous since Oct 2002. His consistency speaks for itself as he has been able to win 17 Grand Slam Titles. No wonder Roger, the Swiss masterio is recognized as greatest player of all time. As he has concurred every important title. Also, ROGER displays Calmness and Patience in plenty. Roger Federer ( who is generally rated as greatest tennis player of all time by numerous experts & commentators ) .quotes * I’m a very positive thinker & that is what helps me the most in difficult moments. *

QUOTE BY KATHERINE BARCHETTI * MAKE A CUSTOMER NOT A SALE*

Trust. Reliance. Faith . Assurance. Confidence. Customers only look for trust in the product and the services. Achievers care for these and ensure this while serving their customers. Jan Koum is one such exceptional individual who believes in his customers. Jan Koum was born in a small village. Koum belonged to a poor family . Even his house did not have electricity. Life*s adversaries only made him stronger. Jan learnt computer networking all by himself with manuals and started working. Soon he became cofounder of WhatsApp and created history. WhatsApp is the most globally popular app with 600 million users . As on 2-11-14, WhatsApp has crosssed 70 million active users in India. The sheer reach of WhatsApp can be understood from the fact that 7.2 trillion messages are sent via WhatsApp in a year ( data as on November 14 .in fact WhatsApp has become immensely popular due to sheer customer delight . WhatsApp does not employ even a marketer. Only happy customers keep on giving referrals to their friends . Quote by JAN KOUM sums up his philosophy *Focus on simplicity to customers , listen to your customers and iterate if you feel.*

QUOTE BY USAIN BOLT * ALL I HAVE TO DO IS WORK ON TRANSITION AND TECHNIQUE *

Procedure .Know-how. Proficiency. Artistry. Technique. Good technique is to be learned and paramount for all of us to achieve any success. Technique correction is also about constant reinforcement on how to do a thing right until your body gets it. That is why practice, patience, and perseverance is the key. A good athlete aims for becoming FASTER, HIGHER and STRONGER. Right technique is very much relevant in this endeavor. Yelena Isinbayeva is one such 2 times Olympics gold medalist, who makes full use of her techniques. Yelena is a three times WORLD champion and current world record holder in the Pole Vault. Yelena comes from very humble background but sheer talent has made her a champion athlete. YELENA works very hard and is very competitive. Her technique is also considered as good as man's. In fact she has fantastic technique and she run extremely well. No wonder Yelena is considered to be the greatest woman Pole- Vaulter of all times.

QUOTE BY BRENNA YOVONOFF * ALL GREAT ACTS ARE RULED BY INTENTION. WHAT YOU MEAN IS WHAT YOU GET *

Achievers live with their intention. They walk the talk. They work hard. They practice. They improve. They listen. They do not compromise on their work ethics. They do course correction when required. Mary Kom is one such Indian boxer whose petite frame belies her intentions. Intention of purpose and winning has been her hallmark.Mary has put her intent into action by sheer hard work. This has resulted in success chasing her and her intent becoming a reality. MARY KOM has won five GOLDs in WORLD championships as well as had many achievements at ASIAN level including GOLD in 2014 ASIAN Games. Mary,s humble background makes her achievements even more specialMary has become very popular and has become an inspiration for all persons due to her achievements. Mary epitomizes the quote * Our intention creates our reality. We are powerful beyond measure.*

QUOTE FROM MARADONA ON LIONEL MESSI ; "I see him as very similar to me. He's a leader and is offering lessons in beautiful football*

Definition of hard work for achievers is that something which challenges you. And why is challenge important? Why not just do what’s easiest .Most people will do what’s easiest and avoid hard work — and that’s precisely why you should do the opposite. Champions thrive on challenges and look forward for enhanced opportunities. One such young boy Lionel Messi of Argentina, started soccer at age of five. At the age of 8, he was recruited to join the youth system of Newell's Old Boys. Recognizably smaller than most of the kids in his age group, Messi used to work very hard. Messi moved quickly through the junior system ranks, and by the age of 16, he had made his first appearance for Barcelona. Messi put himself in the record books on May 1, 2005, as the youngest player to ever score a goal for the franchise. Messi ‘s speed and relentless attacking style, he drew comparisons to another famous Argentinean footballer: Diego Maradona. Messi steered Barcelona to a wealth of success, captured the Champions League, La Liga, and Spanish Super Cup titles. That same year, after two consecutive runner-up finishes, he took home his first FIFA "World Player of the Year" honor/Ballon d'Or award. Amazingly, the diminutive soccer wizard continued to improve, discovering new ways to score goals while leading Barcelona to La Liga and Spanish Super Cup championships in 2010 and 2011, as well as the '11 Champions League title. In 2012, he set a record for most goals in a calendar year, and afterward was named FIFA's "Player of the Year" a record fourth time. Messi embarked on an all-out assault on the record books in 2012. He became the first player to surpass Cesar Rodriguez's club-record 232 goals to become Barcelona's all-time leading scorer. By the end of 2012, Messi had accumulated an astounding 91 goals in club and international play, eclipsing the 85 netted in a single calendar year by Gerd Muller in 1972. Fittingly, he broke one more record when he was named the FIFA Ballon d'Or winner for the fourth time in January 2013. Messi led team Argentina to the finals of the 2014 World Cup. Although his team lost to Germany, he was named best player of the tournament. Also today on 7-11-14 , MESSI has equaled the all time Champions League record of 71 goals . Quote by Lionel Messi sums up his philosophy towards life * You have to fight to reach to your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.*

QUOTE BY WILL SCHULTZ* JOY COMES FROM USING YOUR POTENTIAL *

The Difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world’s problem. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was one such exceptional individual who believed in his potential . In spite of carrying first class ticket, he was indiscriminately thrown out of the train by authorities on the instigation of a white person in South Africa. Instead of fleeing the scene Mahatma Gandhi stayed back for 21 years to fight for the right of the Indians. The longest journey to discover his abilities begin with that first step. Gandhi subsequently became one of the most important political & spiritual leaders of his time. He was the preeminent leader in INDIAN independence movement . Gandhi employed non violent obedience that would influence the world as well. Gandhi Ji is called father of the nation ( INDIA ) . Nicknamed as Mahatma , GANDHI JI led INDIA to independence due to his undying spirit.

QUOTE BY WALT WITMAN * SIMPLICITY IS THE GLORY OF EXPRESSION *

Ease. Directness. Clearness. Purity . Simple. Achievers have got the art of focusing on what is required and let go of the unwanted. They avoid the clutter. They use their wisdom to cut ambiguity. They are able to convey lucidly the essentials. Indian movie director/ producer Hrishikesh Mukherjee represented one word that is simplicity. It is said that Hrishikesh embedded little simple joys in his creative’s and focused on making others happy. It was his simplicity that made him understand human emotions which reflects in his working. Mukherjee won four national film awards including the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke award. Eight Filmfare awards were testimony to his skills as well. Someone has quoted nicely *It is so simple to be happy and so difficult to be simple.*

QUOTE BY GORDON RAMSEY * I AM WHAT I AM . A FIGHTER *

Achievers train for a purpose. They train for themselves and train all the time. They think and anticipate well. They improvise and keep on adding to their skills. Even if they lose some time , they emerge as a more stronger soul. MARY KOM is one such fighter Indian champion . Mary was born in a poor tribal family in far flung Indian state of MANIPUR. She worked in the fields and helped her parents. She was inspired to take to Boxing and started learning it with gusto. Mary’s determination and belief in herself started winning her medals and recognition. Mary Kom is the only boxer to have won a medal in each of the six world cup championships so far including 5 Gold medals. Mary also added to her illustrious exploits a bronze in 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES as well as many medals at ASIAN level. Marys’ achievements are all the more noteworthy as Manipur has hardly produced any female idol & MARY has risen like a star from nowhere. No wonder, MARY is nicknamed as MAGNIFICIENT MARY. Mary has been true to her love of boxing and quote of ARNOLD HORSHOK sums it up comprehensively * Winning is nice if you don’t lose your integrity in the process.*

QUOTE BY HENRY DAVID THOREAU* PERSUE SOME PATH HOWEVER NARROW IN WHICH YOU CAN WALK WITH LOVE AND REVERENCE *

Achievers enjoy their journey. They focus on the path chosen by them and do not worry about the outcome. They want to learn, improve and charter their own path . Sania Mirza is an Indian tennis player who has achieved number of firsts for her native country. There was never ever an Indian female tennis player who broke into the first hundred in singles ranking. There was hardly any female Indian tennis prodigy worth mentioning before her. SANIA’s success therefore is very creditable. Sania has achieved highest ranking ever of 27 in singles and five in doubles. Sania has won 14 MEDALS for INDIA in multi discipline colors including two Gold Medals in ASIAD GAMES. This has been supplemented by three GRAND SLAM mixed double titles. Hats off to SANIA for making it to the top despite all odds. Sania epitomizes the quote by GREG ANDERSON * Focus on the journey not the destination *

QUOTE BY NAPOLEAN HILL * STRENGTH AND GROWTH ONLY COME THROUGH CONTNUOUS EFFORT AND STRUGGLE *

Do facilities or lack of adequate facilities make a difference ? Achievers know how to surge ahead in life with or without adequate facilities. They do not look for any excuse. They set their targets and work hard to achieve them. Passion is their fuel and willpower is the catalyst for them. They encounter the opposition & display the courage. Jitu Rai is one such achiever who was born in a poor family in Nepal. Jitu joined Indian Army as a JAWAN in 2006. He started pistol shooting subsequently. Indian Army gave him all the support. Jitu’s hard work and determination took him to new heights of growth. He never made his background or struggles as excuse and kept on improving his shooting prowess. 2014 has been a defining year for him. JITU came into prominence with three medals at World games. Jitu’s phenomenal run has continued subsequently. Jitu has won now Gold medals at 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth as well as 2014 Incheon Asian Games. Jitu Roy epitomizes the quote by Vince Lombardi *Winners never quit and quitters never win *

QUOTE BY SOCRATES ; “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.”

Information and knowledge is power. Achievers study hard, read a lot and listen. They are curious about every thing. They keep an open mind . They enhance their skill set.They make notes. They never shy in seeking information from others. They make sure to consider viewpoints of others. This takes them outside their comfort zone. They are also ready to challenge assumptions about the world. They also have a never ending process of self study. No wonder, achievers come out as winners. Quote from DAVID BAILY * The best advise that I ever got was that knowledge is power and to keep reading.*

QUOTE BY Marva Collins * Success doesn't come to you…you go to it."

Fire in one's belly sets the tone for the journey of life. This enable the achievers to keep on moving at a fast pace. One old and simple measurement of getting success in one's endeavors is "in the morning after getting up , how impatient you are to reach to your work table". This worked for passionate cricketer Kapil Dev. Kapil Dev started in 1975 his first class cricket at very young age of 16. The fire in his belly propelled him to greater height in the years ahead. Kapil had the energy and determination. In fact Indians were not known really for a quality pace attack which KAPIL changed almost single handedly. By the time Kapil retired, he was holding the world record for most numbers of wickets (434 ) in test cricket . Kapil batting prowess coupled with his pace bowling capabilities made him one of the best all-rounder’s ever to have played cricket. No wonder , KAPIL was the caption of INDIAN CRICKET team which won the world cup in 1983 when

no had even thought that India was worthy of winning the WORLD CUP.

QUOTE FROM NAPOLEAN HILL * SET YOUR TARGET AND KEEP TRYING UNTIL YOU REACH IT *

Setting Targets allows one to chose about the purpose of life. Setting and meeting targets leads to feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. One has to dream big and break that big picture into small measurable targets. Abhinav Bindra became the youngest participant in 1998 Commonwealth games at the age of 15 and never looked back after that.His determination and ability to set big targets made him the real architect of INDIA’s shooting prowess. Just to share, ACE Indian shooter Abhinav Bindra became World and Olympic champion in 10 meter air rifle.In fact in 2008 Olympic he become the first Indian ever to win individual gold medal at Olympic games for India. In addition, he has won four Gold medal in Commonwealth games and many medals in Asian Games as well.

DO IT NOW

Your future is created by what you do today not tomorrow. One has to walk towards your future .One has to go out and get it. It requires passion and guts . Always believe in your dreams and go all out to achieve them . Even age can not obstruct their dreams or passion. Fauza Singh , 92 years is a world record holder in marathon for his age bracket .No wonder, FAUZA is nicknamed as turbaned tornado. Very popular due to his explois, FAUZA has campaigned for ADIDAS & PETA.

QUOTE * Don't shirk away from challenges... keep reaching for that star, that sky.*

Accomplishing things that are impossible can be a great way to challenge yourself . This also gives an opportunity to know your true strength. This can be only done if one embarks on an ambitious project or journey which stretches you. Achievers immerse themselves in tough projects or activities.They do not compare their performance with others. Sergey Bubka was one such exceptional athlete who used to challenge himself again and again. He absolutely dominated his event "POLE VAULT" . He cleared six meters for the first time in July 1985, which was being considered till then as unattainable. Subsequently Bubka improved his record again and again till he reached his career best and the then world record of 6.14 meters. BUBKAs dominance is illustrated from the fact that he broke world record for man’s pole vaulting 35 TIMES .

Quote by Maurice Young * To become a master at any skill, it takes the total effort of your: heart, mind, and soul working together in tandem.*

Mastery on any subject means whether one can influence the subject totally. Achievers dive deep into their subject and live it fully .They go across line of fear and rejection .They also learn from stumbling .They rise again and keep walking until we no longer notices their effortless walking. Dhyan Chand was one such exceptional Indian Hokey wizard. Dhyan Chand is remembered for his mastery on hockey and for his astounding skills. One testimony of his skills is that Hitler offered him German Citizenship and position in German Military following his exceptional performance in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Dhyan Chand won 3 Olympic gold medals and scored more than 400 goals during his international career. No wonder, DHYAN CHAND was nick named as "MAGICIAN OF THE GAME OF THE HOCKEY".

QUOTE FROM THEODORE ROOSEVELT * IT IS HARD TO FAIL BUT IT IS WORSE NEVER TO HAVE TRIED TO SUCCEED *

Collapse. Breakdown. Fiasco. Flop. Failure. Each one of us has to go through this kind of phase in life. Not all of us get success quickly. But does everyone try hard? Most of us get disappointed & loose the track. The achievers bring their mettle to fore in situations like to this. They multiply their efforts. They work hard. They gather more wisdom. They reflect and enhance their self confidence by working on the shortcomings. No wonder, achievers succeed. One such brilliant entrepreneur was Colonel Sanders( founder of the famous KFC chain ) who was rejected 1009 times before finding a taker for his chicken recipe. KFC is world’s second largest restaurant chain with presence in 118 countries currently.

STRATEGY GIVES YOU THE CUTTING EDGE

Planning. Blueprint. Method. Procedure.Strategy. Strategy is a pattern which achievers choose while taking decisions. The essence is to choose the right and optimum way . Naturally, it helps one in executing goals. Strategy also enables you to see distant things as if they were close to you as well as focus on the result. Strategy if executed properly gives you the power to stay on the right course. More often things go right once achievers strategise well. Viswanathan Anand is one such exceptional Indian champion, who utilized art of strategising and then impeccably implementing the same. No wonder, Viswanathan Anand was undisputed world chess champion from 2007~2013 and also FIDE champion from 2000~2002. ANAND is also recognized as most versatile world champion ever by Chess pundits.

Quote by EMIL ZATOPAK " Runner must run with his dream in his heart ".

Edge. Limit . Boundaries. March. Unexplored Frontier. Finding the real you is an enlightening experience. The journey of exploring self and challenging self to glory starts from within. PT Usha was one such young girl who was affected by ill health in her childhood days. She started exploring athletics to challenge her and found her true self. Usha took to sprint with utmost dedication and passion. No wonder, Usha emerged as an excellent Athlete and went on to become most famous and successful female Athlete from India to have ever existed. Usha won four Gold and one silver medal in 1986 in Seoul Asian games, claiming for herself the title of Asian sprint queen . She also become India's first women to reach final of an Olympic event in Los Angles 1984 Olympics.Usha achieved record of 55.42 seconds in 400 meters hurdle which is still an Indian national record . Nicknamed as Payyoli Express, PT Usha believes " RUNNING IS MY SUN SHINE".

QUOTE FROM BRETT LEE * If you get Dravid , Great. If you get Sachin , Great. If you get Laxman , Miracle*

Weight. Stress. Pressure. Pressure makes diamonds .Stress is something which test your character. However for achievers, stress is a constant reminder on importance of achieving targets on time. Actually stress keep them focused . This gives them another reason to work hard and intensify efforts.VVS LAXMAN was a special Indian cricketer who used to revel under pressure. Whenever chips were down, Laxman used to come out as a winner. Laxman used to bat more splendidly when the team is under pressure & needs someone to perform. Laxman's 281 runs in the second innings at Eden Garden in 2001 in Kolkata test against Australia made a big impact on Indian cricket . As per Ex Indian cricket Captain Saurav Ganguly "It gave us huge sense of relief and made us belief in ourself that we are not behind. Since then we have never looked back as India begun improving". His high batting record in second innings speak volumes about his character. Laxman is also known for wrist & willowy style. Laxman scored century in 17 Test matches & 6 century in ODIs. NO WONDER VV LAXMAN IS ALSO KNOWN AS * VERY VERY SPECIAL LAXMAN.*

INNOVATION IS THE ONLY CERTAINTY IN THE BUSINESS

Innovative technologies impact our lives every day. Each innovation provides users with disruptive value. The focus is the customer. The value that each product gives to the customer supports its cause. Achiever gives the power to collaborate , create , influence and be influenced. Steve Jobs is one such exceptional entrepreneur, marketer, and innovator . He was cofounder and chairman of APPLE. Steve is widely recognized as pioneer of personal computer revolution as well his charismatic influence on consumer electronics or portable music. In fact , STEVE totally dominated his domain. Steve’s ability to make his offerings more customer friendly meant that competitors had to almost close shop like walkman, digital auto tapes, recorders, cassettes etc . The competitors had to start from scratch and then find ways to copy him. Quote of STEVE JOBS sums it up comprehensively * Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.”*

ACHIEVERS HAVE A WINNING RHYTHM

Flow. Tempo. Movement. Time. Rhythm. It boils down to rhythm for achievers. Achievers have an innate sense of rhythm. They dive right in to their training sessions day after day relentlessly . There is no shortcuts to success. This is what Track and field athlete Carl Lewis used to do. Carl Lewis is famous for his 100 meters sprints. Carl set up world records in 100 meters, 4 *100 meter relay & 4 *200 meter relay. Lewis was transcendent in this race setting an Olympic record by beating the next closest runner by a record eight feet in 1984 OLYMPICS. He went on to win three additional gold’s in the long jump, the 200, and the 4x100 relay in the same Olympics. Lewis went on to win total nine gold medals in Olympics. In 1996 Lewis regained the ranking of No. 1 in the event, an astonishing 15 years after first claiming the top spot. In addition, Lewis won eight career gold medals in the World Championships. His athleticism was spectacular which is evident in his exploits in 100 meters, 200 meters as well as long jump. Never lacking confidence, Lewis quotes very meaningfully **Life is about timing *

PROBLEM IS JUST A MOMENT, OPPORTUNITY IS THE DESTINATION

Obstacle. Headache. Problem. How do I go forward from here ?. Achievers relish problems. Actually problems are opportunities in disguise. Achievers remain calm when they face problems. They stay positive. They add focus and determination to their kitty. A.P.J.ABDUL KALAM is one such fantastic person who overcame problems. Kalam came from a poor background & distributed news papers to contribute to his family. Despite odds, Kalam went on to become an engineer. He subsequently became a scientist and rose through ranks to become secretary of Defence Research and Development organization. Ultimately he became 11th PRESIDENT of INDIA. He was awarded many awards including Padma vibhushan & HIGHEST CIVILIAN award of INDIA ; BHARAT RATNA. Quote by A.P.J.ABDUL KALAM *We should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us.*

QUOTE BY HORACE * RULE YOUR MIND OR IT WILL RULE YOU *

Self restraint. Orderliness. Self command. Self mastery . Discipline. Self Discipline facilitates goals and keeps us elevated. It can be said that discipline is the utmost requirement for success. The famous writer *Khuswant Singh * is well known for his unforgettable fiction , nonfiction, poetry and humour. He had also cultivated a slightly controversial image of himself. Beneath that image was a man of strict discipline, waking up before the break of dawn to start work on his column . It is said that he never missed a deadline in his lifeline. Khuswant was a master of his art and his regimented discipline paved the foundation for a hugely successful career. No wonder , he was hugely successful as editor of several literary and news magazines as well as two newspapers. He was the recipient of Padma Vibhushan, the second highest Civilian award in India.

GANDHI JI; The man with the indefatigable spirit

Energy. Essence . Spirit. This is the non physical part of a person which is the seat of emotions and character , the soul. It is the quality of courage inside you . This SPIRIT is the very essence of human life. However only very few people understand the depth of their spirit . The best way to extract more out of your spirit is to believe in self and keep on doing what you think is right. The achievers dive into their inner self with relish. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was one such exceptional individual with indefatigable spirit. In spite of carrying first class ticket, he was indiscriminately thrown out of the train by authorities on the instigation of a white person in South Africa. Instead of fleeing the scene Mahatma Gandhi stayed back for 21 years to fight for the right of the Indians. The longest journey to discover his abilities begin with that first step. Gandhi subsequently became one of the most important political & spiritual leaders of his time. He was the preeminent leader in INDIAN independence movement . Gandhi employed non violent obedience that would influence the world as well. Gandhi Ji is called father of the nation ( INDIA ) . Nicknamed as Mahatma , GANDHI JI led INDIA to independence due to his undying spirit. Quote by Cynthia Kersey sums it up comprehensively * The greatest natural resource in the world is the spirit that resides in every unstoppable person*

Quote from STEFFI GRAF * I NEVER LOOK BACK, I LOOK FORWARD *

You will fail sometimes and that’s ok. Your past does not equal your future. All that matters is what you do right now. STEFFI GRAF was one such young player who never looked back after her defeats and aspired to do better and better. In 1985 and early 1986 Steffi kept on losing to more famous lawn tennis players CHRIS EVERT and MARTINA NAVRATILOVA .During that period , STEFFI lost six times to CHRIS and 3 times to MARTINA but never lost hope. Steffi subsequently almost won everywhere and against almost every opponent. Steffi won 22 GRAND SLAM singles titles. This is the most major titles won by any male or female player during open era. She became the only player ( male or female ) to win a calendar year golden slam by winning all four grand slams single titles and Olympic gold in the same year.Steffi also held the number 1 ranking for a record period of 377 weeks. Her forehand was so bullet like and earned her nickname of MISS FOREHAND.

QUOTE BY JAMES ALLEN * SOW A CHARACTER AND YOU REAP A DESTINY*

Hard way. Labor. Tough grind. That is what life is all about. We become impatient often when things are not going our way. But we have to remember here about Chinese bamboo.You can take a Chinese Bamboo seed and plant it in the ground ,water and nurture the seed for an entire year and not even see a single sprout . In fact , you will not see a sprout for 5 years . But suddenly , a tiny shoot will spring from the ground . And over the next 6 weeks, the plant can grow as tall as 90 feet. It can grow as fast as 39 inches every 24 hours . You can literally watch the plant grow. What was the plant doing during these 5 years , seemingly dormant period , it was growing its roots. For 5 full years it was preparing itself for rapid full growth . Without this root structure , the plant simply could not support itself for its future growth . Some would say the plant grew 90feet in 6 weeks, I would say it grew 90 feet in 5 years and 6 weeks. So keep watering and nurturing yourself. One day you will sprout and may be grow as fast as Chinese Bamboo tree. No one becomes a mid night success , there are years of labor and pain behind it.

Quote from Samuel Goldwyn *The harder I work, the luckier I get.”

Work ethic means the manners and etiquettes that must be kept in mind while doing any work. Ethics are important to be kept in mind and practiced so as to make sure that your work reaps the maximum output. Achiever practice work ethics religiously & therefore are always successful at work. Michael Jeffrey Jordan is an American professional basketball player who is considered to be the greatest basketball player of all times. Michael is well known for his work ethic. The illustration of it was that he did not miss 4 or more games while active for full season from 1986-87 to 2001 -02. Michael was most durable player of his times. His prolific scoring and leaping ability also nicknamed him as AIR JORDAN. No wonder, Michael's achievements include *Five most valuable player awards, ten all NBA first team designations , highest career regular season scoring average, ten scoring titles & two Olympic golds* . Michael Jordan quotes comprehensively on his work ethics *I've always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come. *

THERE IS NO BETTER MOMENT TO PLAN ANOTHER SUCCESS AFTER ONE SUCCESS

Flying colors. Win. Triumph. Victory . Success.Achievers focus on a goal and drive themselves relentlessly to succeed. Are these the only qualities that unite all great men and women? No doubt those attributes are important to their success, but there is more to it. Perhaps the most important quality found is that they do not stop at one moment of success. The names that generations remember are the ones that were never content to rest on their laurels, but instead push forward to achieve the impossible again and again. They have got intensity and hunger that isn’t satisfied with one great victory. Alexander the Great is one such emperor who was creator of a very vast empire . Many generals have won great battles, but Alexander won seven major battles and conquered two million square miles of the globe. Perhaps the most important quality found in him was that he did not stop at one moment of success. * Mary Renault quotes meaningfully “One must live as if it would be forever, and as if one might die each moment. Always both at once *

QUOTE BY GREEK SCHOLAR ARCHIMEDES* EUREKA ; I HAVE FOUND IT *

Wonder. Eye opener. Curiosity. Phenomenon. Eureka. Achievers crave for creativity. They know creativity gives them the freedom to explore . They are able to think what others have not thought or attempted . Achievers know that this creativity will give them the edge over the competitors. Akio Marito is one such world famous Japanese businessman & co founder of Sony. Akio Morita helped take a small radio repair shop in a bombed-out Tokyo building and turn it into the powerhouse electronics company, the Sony Corporation. Along with co-founder Masaru Ibuka, Morita is responsible for egging on the amazing growth of the Japanese electronics industry over the last 50 years. His first product was a brand new idea -- a small, transistorized radio that could fit in your pocket. As it was, a US company built such a radio first, but more as a gimmick than an actual product. When Sony, as Morita's company was soon renamed, came out with their radio, it quickly took over the market. Subsequently the floodgates of creativity opened. First transistor television . Invention of the walkman & so many other products. No wonder, BRAND SONY is well respected throughout the world till date. Quote from Akio Morita says it all * The key factor in the industry is creativity *

Hey God, How will I become the best

Outstanding. Beyond compare. Superlative . How will I become the best? Who will help me ………..This is the query of many persons who want to become the best . The achievers have got simple solution to this. They set the high standards for themselves. They then try and work towards achieving them. They keep on challenging themselves to the next and higher benchmark. The passion inside them is their fuel which keeps on driving them relentlessly .USAIN BOLT is one such top notch performer. The sprinter who is the world”s fastest athlete says that to be best one needs to have goals . Hard work and perseverance then takes them to superlative level .Usain is the highest paid athlete and most marketable after winning three gold medals at 2013 World championships. Usain has also got six Olympic Gold medals. No wonder, USAIN is nicknamed as Lightening Bolt. Quote from USAIN BOLT sums it up nicely* I want to be the best*.

KEEP YOURSELF AWAKE TO GROW DAILY

Observant. Attentive. Knowing. Alive . Awake. Achievers are in perpetual state of awakening. While attending to any chore or activity , they are highly observant . They are alive and kicking. Therefore they are able to contribute to the environment at a very accelerated rate. Swami Vivekanada was one such exceptional individual & a universally well known Indian monk .He had vast knowledge of Eastern and Western culture due to his deep spiritual insight and vast knowledge. He is credited with introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the western world. He travelled widely in India and West. His teachings focused on human awakening and human development & therefore was extremely popular universally. His birthday is celebrated as national youth day in India. Quote from Swami Vivekanada is very meaningful *Arise! Awake! and stop not until the goal is reached.*

Quote by RAVINDRA NATH *EVERYTHING COMES TO US THAT BELONGS TO US IF WE CREATE THE CAPACITY TO RECEIVE IT *

Reach. Range. Holding power. Retention. Capacity. Achievers do not limit themselves. They have patience . They have got the range of skills and repertoire to fight . They bring these skills to fore when required. No wonder , they came out as winners almost every time. Garry Kasparov is considered by many to be greatest player of chess. Garry was the youngest ever world chess champion in 1985 at age of 22 .Garry was also world no 1 for a period of 225 out of 228 months. Garry has won the maximum number of close contests through his sheer capacity of holding himself & striking at the right moment. Kramnik , famous world champion chess player opines about Garry Kasparov * Kasparov’s capacity of study is second to none*

SOMEBODY HAS TO BE THE CHAMP. IT MIGHT AS WELL BE YOU

Superior. Illustrious. Premier. First class . Champion. Champions are made, not born. When they are all born , they are babies only. The difference then becomes the approach and attitude towards life. Dream coupled with superlative hard work results in unparalleled success. Muhammad Ali is one such achiever who is also one of the most recognized sports figures of last 100 years. Ali is widely regarded for his skills along with his habit of always taking the establishment & media head on . However, his regimented practice and supreme confidence in his abilities made him silence his critics again & again. No wonder, Ali remains the only 3 time world heavy weight champion till date & was also Nicknamed * The Greatest * Muhammad Ali quotes “Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them-a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have the skill, and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill.”

Quote from Mother Teresa * Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.*

Today . Immediate. First off. Now. Right away. Each second is precious . Do we spent it meaningfully or waste it ? Achievers have their time priority mapped out clearly. They are able to do this day in and day out. Achievers immediately wear the hat which is most opportune at that moment which can be any of these ; * Think Logically. Focus. Multitasking. Delegating. Be organized *. The clock ticks but we have to count the seconds and bring in our productivity. No wonder ,achievers leave their footprints through productive deeds. Marie B. Ray quotes meaningfully *We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand and melting like a snowflake.

Quote from Beverly Sills * There are no shortcuts to any place worth going*

Tenacity. Doggedness. Determination. Do you have any of these traits in you ? . This is the question achievers ask themselves many times. Their firmness keeps them on the winning track in spite of the odds stacked against them many times. The tough gets going when the going gets tough. The achievers make their own destiny and take all adversities in their stride. Stephen Hawking has a motor neuron disease which has worsened over the years. Stephen got this when he was in his early twenties and aspiring to become a top notch scientist. Initially Stephen lost his ability to write , however he developed visual methods including seeing equations in terms of geometry. Despite his failing health , he was fiercely independent and did not seek even an iota of help from any one towards his dream of becoming an iconic scientist. No wonder , STEPHEN is known in entire world for his significant scientific achievements including Hawking radiation, work on framework of general relativity and his work on popular sciences.

Quote by Collin Powell *Perpetual Optimism is a force multiplier*

Gloom. Despair. Dim view. Low spirit. Pessimism. Achievers do not have these words in their dictionary. They are able to see light at the end of tunnel. They have optimism in their capabilities . They consistently work with enthusiasm & achieve their goals. Sylvester Stallone is well-known for action roles in Hollywood & wrote every episode of two extremely popular series * ROCKY * and *RAMBO*. However , what is not well known is his disability at the time of his birth. Due to negligence by doctors at his birth, his nerve was severed and caused paralysis in parts of his face. As a result the lower side of his face is paralyzed . Initially for few years , he was struggling and getting miniscule roles in movies due to his features. However, Stallone used his snarling look & slightly blurred speech to advantage in his movie roles. Due to his optimism and believe in his capabilities, he went on to become one of the all time action greats of Hollywood. Sylvester Stallone quotes * I believe any success in life is made by going into an area with a blind , furious optimism *

Quote from EDWARD MUNCH; * Without fear and illness , I could never have accomplished what I have*

Breakdown. Ill health. Collapse. These happen to everyone in various phases of life. Lion hearted achievers draw their supreme willpower. This enables them to offset these temporary setbacks. They draw their courage & reach to the next level of greatness. Theodore Roosewelt was an American politician author, explorer & historian who also served as PRESIDENT of America. His range of interests & achievements is well known but what is not well known is that he suffered from Asthma. To overcome his physical weakness , he used to live a strenuous life. Theodore Roosewelt quote is very inspiring *Believe you can & you are halfway there .*

Quote by David Lynch * Negativity is the enemy of creativity *

Suspicion. Hesitation. Reluctance. Distrust. Negativism . Achievers do not waste their time on any of these .They value positivity. Time is the most perishable commodity & achievers are eager to extract goodness out of each and every second which they breathe. They will do something creative rather than wasting time on negativity. It is this zeal which makes them a winner. No wonder , achievers are destined to win the race of life with their noble thoughts. Venus Williams ; American tennis Professional is an achiever of a top order & has won seven grand slam titles . Williams has also won thirteen grand slam double titles with her equally illustrious sister Serena. Williams has also won four Olympic Gold medals.Quote by Venus Williams sums it up comprehensively *I don’t have time to be negative*

QUOTE BY VOLTAIRE *THE BEST IS THE ENEMY OF THE GOOD*

Matchless . Perfect. Outstanding. Second to none. Best. The journey towards becoming the best is long . One has to keep on doing many things. One has to know self. Be original . Get excited. Succeeding in real life is all about wanting it. Be open. Be flexible. Get competitive. Channelize your potential. Work relentlessly towards getting there.Take feedback. Improve wherever required. Change course if required & come out as a winner. Cristiano Ronaldo is currently regarded by many as the best player in the world football today. Scores goal at will and won innumerable matches for his clubs. Cristiano Ronaldo quotes * I have never tried to hide the fact that it is my intention to be the best.*

Quote by Ann Voskamp ; “Simplicity is ultimately a matter of focus.”

Plain. Basic. Straightforward. Fundamental. Boring. The golden rule of any work is that it remains same day in & day out. However, the achievers bring the consistency, focus ,purpose & passion to the same mundane work . They thus make it meaningful and challenging. They keep on honing their skills . Champions like tennis player Rafael Nadal keep on returning volley after volley with almost computerized precision. While for some his consistency may be boring, this fundamental trait of doing the basic thing accurately again and again makes him the finest clay court player ever in tennis history. Nadal also evolved into all court player as well and has won fourteen grand slam titles including nine French open titles. Rafael Nadal sums it up comprehensively * You just try to play tough and focus for point to point. Sounds so boring but it’s the right thing to do out there.*

Quote by THOMAS EDISON* There is no substitute for hard work *

Discipline. Long Haul. Tough grind. Labor. Hard work. These are hallmarks of Champions .Legendary Milkha Singh had it all . His transformation from an ordinary jawan in Indian army to a sporting icon speaks volumes about his guts and hard work. No wonder his nickname was *The Flying Sikh* who is also known as the finest athlete India has ever produced. His regimen & perseverance made him win ASIAN & COMMONWEALTH GOLDS . Quote from Milkha Singh sums it up all : "My experience made me work so hard that I wasn't even scared of death."

Quote by Bill Gates ; *Paul and I, we never thought that we would make much money out of the thing. We just loved writing software.*

Love. Dedication. Involvement. Devotion. Delight. Work is sum total of all these words. Blessed persons relish their work . Actually , they do not work….they have fun. And if you cannot appreciate your work, it is better that you should leave it. Achievers on the contrary find joy in work & bring cheers to the environment around. They keep their team engaged with their passion . Naturally achievers , invariably succeed beyond their shortcomings & circumstances. Boris Becker one of the most effective players of tennis of modern era used to love his work & won nine grand slam single titles. Boris became the first unseeded player and the first German to win the Wimbledon singles title in 1985. Becker was the youngest ever male Grand Slam singles champion. BORIS BECKER quotes * I love the winning, I can take the loosing, but most of all I love to play . *

* Plan your work for today and every day, then work your plan. * QUOTE BY MARGARET THATCHER

Planning. Devising. Outlining. Achievers have these skills in plenty. Achievers establish steps , generate realistic deadlines for the completion of these steps, and work to meet these deadlines. They begin projects early. They give themselves the time and freedom to brainstorm about the best alternatives to accomplish their objectives. They also seek advice from others. Effective persons eagerly accept input from anyone in a position to assist them or offer them information. They will delegate whenever possible. Even the most energetic people can't do everything themselves. No wonder, achievers meet the deadlines & come out as winners by executing their projects.Quote by Alan Lakein * Planning is bringing the future into present so that you do something about it now.*

THE EAGLE HAS LANDED ; QUOTE BY NEIL ARMSTRONG

Adventure. Endeavour. Enterprise. Risk. Venture. It is very difficult to even think or dare to plunge into unknown frontiers. Neil Armstrong was an exceptionally strong individual . Neil volunteered and embarked on a journey where no one had ever embarked. Neil put himself on the line & took huge risk as well. No wonder, NEIL ARMSTRONG became the first human to walk on the moon in 1969. Charismatic personality Navjot Singh Sidhu quotes * Nothing venture. Nothing gained. And venture belongs to the adventurous.*

THE SKY IS NOT MY LIMIT ..... I AM ; QUOTE BY T.F.HODGE

Restriction. Ceiling. Cap. Check. Curb. Does human potential has a limit ? It is up to how much we can motivate ourselves to do better. The champions believe in working hard. They liberate themselves from shackles. They believe in their dreams.They fully exploit their potential .That is the starting point of their journey towards greatness. They bridge the gap between impossible & possible by not putting a limit on anything. Widely regarded as the world’s fastest person ever , USAIN BOLT quotes *I don’t think limits*. No wonder, his nick name is Lightening Bolt.

STEVE JOBS HAD PLENTY OF CHUTZPAH

Appeal. Captivation. Irresistible attraction. Oomph. Charisma. Leaders have it all. Audacity ,or as some would call it chutzpah, is an additional facet of achievers. This something special makes them stand out in a crowd. Apple founder STEVE JOBS had plenty of this. Incredible guts , brazen attitude. Courage. Supreme self confidence almost bordering on arrogance. Steve knew that old fashioned charisma is no longer enough to get the attention. It worked for him whether he was taking the music companies head on with his revolutionary products or while he was seeking perfection in a new product launch. It was his fearlessness which made him conceptualize & create new products .This transformed one industry after another, from computers and smart phones to music and movies.

A PROBLEM IS A CHANCE FOR YOU TO DO YOUR BEST; QUOTE BY DUKE ELLINGTON

Problems. Troubles. Disputes. Dilemma. Obstacles. That is what the life is all about. The question here is whether one can convert stumbling blocks into stepping stones for success. Tough moments come and go . The key here is approach and positivity which is displayed by achievers in these moments . They gather strength from distress & become brave. They attack the issue head on and are busy in creating solutions. They survive in difficult times through their resilience . Finally , adversity looses. Roger Federer ( who is rated as greatest tennis player of all time by numerous experts & commentators ) quotes * I’m a very positive thinker & that is what helps me the most in difficult moments. *

PEOPLE ASK FOR CRITICISM, BUT THEY ONLY WANT PRAISE

Criticism gives pain. Honest criticism from near & dear hurts like hell. This is where achievers distinguish themselves from ordinary mortals. Achievers are able to endure criticism without resentment. They prefer to benefit from constructive criticism rather than be ruined by false praise. They relish criticism which makes them strong. Infact they seek constructive criticism , absorb it , take better decisions & cause a better future for them. They are also always better than people who do nothing & say nothing just to avoid criticism. David Beckham who himself has faced both severe criticism and massive adulation quotes * People react to the criticism in different ways and my way is definitely to come out fighting.*

IT ALWAYS SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE UNTIL ITS DONE; QUOTE BY NELSON MANDELA

Life throws up impossible challenges . Achievers do not get buried under these challenges. They draw out their will power, plan well, attempt meticulously & achieve . Their determination bridges the gap between impossible and possible . Napoleon Bonaparte quotes *The word impossible is not in my dictionary.*

THERE IS NO COOKIE-CUTTER APPROACH TO PROBLEMS

Each problem is unique. No solution is exactly similar to many others of the same type. However , people often uses same set of solutions to solve problems & get disappointed.This is where achievers distinguish them from the crowd.They listen & understand the context. They bring in originality or distinction every time.They expand their management to meet the need of management.George Walin quotes in a very meaningful way *These are not cookie-cutter businesses. They require unique business and mindset.*

Discpline is the bridge between goal & accomplishment ; Quote by JIM ROHN

Achievers are disciplined & display rigor. Discipline & rigor go hand in hand. Achievers are able to articulate this skillfully .They transfer knowledge to action. This is needed for the organization & team to succeed together. Achievers are able to inculcate this trait to individuals so that team wins .No wonder ,achievers are on winning path.

ACHIEVERS ARE LIKE KITES

Kites fly against odds & heavy winds. Similarly life throws challenges which have to be overcome. Achievers take the onus , push the envelope & succeed. Achievers succeed because they are ready to face and overcome difficulties . Also, they are always prepared to take responsibilities & take charge.Winston Churchill quotes sums it up accurately *Kites rise highest against the wind, not with it.*

NEVER NEVER NEVER GIVE UP ; QUOTE BY WINSTON CHURCHILL

Life keeps on throwing insurmountable challenges at you. The achievers dig in their heel whenever they face a crisis & draw courage and determination out of their deep reservoir of willpower. They keep on doing the right things consistently day in and day out till the crisis storm slows down. Their amazing focus & fearlessness helps in this drive. No wonder, achiever is always on the winning track of journey known as life. Winston Churchill again sums it up comprehensively * If you are going through hell, keep going *

ACHIEVERS HAVE THE ABILITY TO LOOK BEYOND THE OBVIOUS

The complexities of life requires a refreshing & ever improving vision. The achievers pick up sharp insights on business & deep understanding of the same through their ability for looking beyond the obvious. They do it by seeing the things ,not just looking at them. Also, they listen, not just hear. They look at the whole & not its parts only. They keep on pickings the signals or the noises which others are not able to comprehend. No wonder ,they go beyond the obvious & deliver more and better than the crowd. Brian Tracy quotes wisely * Winners make a habit of manufacturing their own positive expectations in advance of the event.*

ADOPT NEW TECHNOLOGY OR PERISH

Technology is wonder. It has changed our lives almost in a magical way. Music, entertainment , automobiles , communication, office ………you name any domain of life which is not controlled by it. The IPODs, IPADs, MOBILEs & LAPTOPs of the world are ruling over us. We have to learn & live with them. Achievers quickly adopt to these changes & create new ways to do business with the help of technology. They master technology & they use it to their advantage rather than getting left behind. Alfred Einstein quotes wisely * The human spirit must prevail over technology*

PATIENCE IS A KEY ELEMENT OF SUCCESS ; QUOTE BY BILL GATES

Patience is a virtue. Actually patience is a vehicle on which achievers embark . Life keeps on throwing endless frustration, challenges, hardships , adversities & disasters. Achievers have the composure and poise not only to survive them but keep on overcoming them gracefully. Achievers always have that extra wisdom . Joyce Meyer quotes nicely *Patience is not simply the ability to wait-It’s how we behave while we are waiting.*

YOUR CUSTOMER DOESN'T CARE HOW MUCH YOU KNOW UNTIL THEY KNOW HOW MUCH YOU CARE; QUOTE BY DAMON RICHARDS

Customers generally do not complaint. They just won’t come back. Therefore, achievers understand what drives value for customers. They talk to them, survey them, and watch their actions and reactions. They strive to capture data to understand what is important for the customers and what opportunities are there to help them. The challenge then is to keep on delivering , sustaining & raising the bar by executing next level of customer expectations. Orison Swett quotes * The golden rule for every businessman is this; Put yourself in your customer’s place *

If you can't do a thing better than the others are doing it, don't do it at all; Quote by PHILIP FISHER

Achievers do the things in an extraordinary way. Whatever the job may be, they go all out, plan, do the detailing , put in their 100 % , do it in the best possible way, achieve qualitative deliverables & reach to perfection stage. Actually , it is not a act for them but a habit. Steve Jobs quotes very meaningfully *We don’t get a chance to do that many things , and everyone should be really excellent. Because this is our life.*

When you are not practicing, remember, someone somewhere is practicing, and when you meet him, he will win ; QUOTE BY ED MACAULEY

Achievers practice hard. Achievers bring the discipline , resoluteness & the system in their practice . This is the only way to become good, better & then excellent. This is what the Roger Federer s & Usain Bolt s of this universe do. No wonder, achievers become perfect .Great legend PELE quotes * Everything is practice *

ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT YOU CAN SPREAD GOODNESS AROUND YOU

Achievers goodness stems out from their beliefs & the deeds which they do. This goodness then percolates to the environment around them. The fragrance of flowers flows in the direction where wind is heading, however the goodness flowing out from a achiever flows in all the four directions. Henry David quotes *Goodness is the only investment that never fails.*

It's never too late to be great

Achievers never say die. They never stop trying. Even if the chips are down, there is always a chance that you may succeed. Achievers look at life positively and convert every hurdle a stepping stone to success. It is this trait which distinguishes them from others & they keep on achieving new milestones in the journey of life.

* WE HAVE TWO EARS AND ONE MOUTH, SO WE SHOULD LISTEN MORE THAN WE SAY* ;Quote by ZENO OF CITIUM

If we look around us, most of the people do not listen. They are keen on preparing their response mentally while someone is speaking or are in their own world only pretending to listen . Achievers actually listen. They open their heart & mind to the speaker. They listen attentively & intensely and hence get the feeling of the speaker. Even,Lord Ganesha had two big ears with the intention of listening more and speaking less. This behavior brings in more wisdom & also results in achievers being more successful than the others.

WHILE YOU ARE SITTING THERE THINKING ABOUT IT, SOMEONE ELSE IS OUT THERE DOING IT- ROGER HALSTON

Achievers generally neither talk too much nor waste their time complaining. They are DOERS. They utilize their knowledge & intuition which motivates them for action. They also care about doing activities in a right or better way always.This trait gives achiever strength as well as positive results.Tony Blair sums it up comprehensively *Be a doer & not a critic.*

CELEBRATE WHAT YOU WANT TO SEE MORE OF

Achievers focus on celebrating life in all its blessings and goodness . It is essential to recognize milestones and important moments. This is a recognition of efforts put into even the smallest achievement . These moments of celebration create momentum. This also helps the team in remaining focused as well as giving a sense of progress. Mia Hamm quotes nicely * Celebrate what you’ve accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed .*

IF EVERY THING SEEMS UNDER CONTROL, YOU ARE NOT GOING FAST ENOUGH

Achievers are like world champion athletes. Qualities like hard work, superlative effort ,raising the bar, pushing oneself, drive, focus, commitment & competitiveness separate them from losers. Also, they learn from the experience, the breakthroughs & the disappointments. Mario Andretti quote sums it comprehensively * If everything seems under your control, you‘re not going fast enough *

STAY HUNGRY STAY FOOLISH

Reinvent yourself. Raise the bar.  Achievers never stop learning. They keep on challenging themselves & figuring out what skill is to be learnt or which new competency is to be acquired.  This may mean learning  a new language or getting better in public speaking. It can also mean learning some useful new technology.

This enables achievers to unleash leadership potential & ignite their passion to lead . 

Warren G. Bennis quotes nicely *People who cannot invent and reinvent themselves must be content with borrowed postures, secondhand ideas, fitting in instead of standing out.*

Be the change that you wish to see in the world.

Don't wait. The time will never be just right.   Action requires willpower & thinking , to take action is difficult, and to put one's thoughts into action is the most difficult thing in the world. Action always starts from now & here only. Achievers take action without wasting a second & naturally comes across as winners. Johann Wofgang sums it up nicely *Knowing is not enough. We must apply . Willing is not enough .We must do* 

Oh, i "m sorry. I thought life is meant to be easy.

Balancing life is a daily juggling between happiness and frustration. Highly constructive persons also get disappointed and frustrated once in a while. The only way to get rid of frustration is to win over it. The achiever makes sure to  get over the frustration rather than frustration getting better of him. No wonder, achievers  are on the winning track always.

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. Quotes sums it up comprehensively *Laughter and tears are both responses to frustration and exhaustion . . . . I myself prefer to laugh, since there is less cleaning up to do afterward.*

TALENT WINS GAMES BUT TEAMWORK AND INTELLIGENCE WINS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Generally whenever individuals win , team loses . Achievers think differently.  They are able to knit together the capabilities of the team.This collective focus then brings the best result. Achievers are able to think beyond individuals & hence unleash potential of the team.

Michael Jordan quote sums it up comprehensively *TALENT WINS GAMES BUT TEAMWORK AND INTELLIGENCE WINS CHAMPIONSHIPS*

ACCOUNTABILITY STARTS WITH I

Losers operate primarily on one principle * The buck pauses but does not stop here.* Achievers take onus & make themselves fully answerable & liable. They then work accordingly & winning becomes a habit for the achievers. Jason Williams sums it up nicely *I must be responsible and accountable for my actions.*

NAKO. NAHI. NO

Achievers say NO when required. They do it ruthlessly sometimes. This not only requires courage to stand up & speak, but also the boldness to face the truth.

To be able to say no is a skill  & achievers have that in plenty. It earns them  respect as well. 

Tony Blair famously sums it up * The art of leadership is saying no, not saying yes. It is very easy to say yes.*