One criteria for success is speed - i.e the ability to create value quickly.

This requires a mind focused on its target, hands ready for action, and ears deaf to the opinions of others.

Speed trumps perfection.
More important than speed, is direction.

Take time to self-introspect & discover your true calling.

There’s no point getting to the wrong destination quickly.
More important than direction, is inner balance.

Trees develop deep roots so that they can attain great heights.

Traits of inner balance:

> No anxiety

> Uncompetitiveness

> Urgent with actions, patient for results.
Climb the ladder of success one rung at a time, don’t chase giant leaps, shortcuts or get rich quick schemes.

Give your talents enough time to fully mature.

Success demands sacrifices, but not your sanity.
Join @sanctemalum and @SkantLee tomorrow for more sage wisdom -

It’s going to be an enlightening talk (pun absolutely intended).
In summary the three most important criteria for success are;

1 - Speed
2 - Direction
3 - Balance

(In that order)

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