Caught up in other people’s success stories

Sometimes when we hear the success stories of other people we get caught up in thinking that our story and our professional path may not take us where we want to go.

Many of the stories we hear about successful people involve some sensational turning point or event - a defining moment, an act of grandeur, or a stroke of luck that solidified their path to the top.

We can dramatize the success stories of other people in such a way that it makes us feel like what we’re doing each and every day isn’t good enough, big enough, bold enough, or moving fast enough.

The stories can make us feel like we’ll never have what it takes to experience that level of success.

But there are plenty of people who you’ve never heard of before who have achieved incredible levels of success by way of a relatively steady, incremental progression.

Their success stories are not defined by grandeur but rather by consistent practices, faith in their ability, and the courage to show up every day and pursue their own path with intention.

Listening to the success stories of others is important and a healthy way to gain new insights or inspiration.

But we have to remember that each of us has our own path to blaze.

Just because your path doesn’t match the trajectory of someone you admire or respect, that doesn’t mean you aren’t well on your way to your own success.

Try this:

If you find yourself comparing your story to the success story of someone else, remember that we each have a unique approach and path to take.

Your path doesn’t need to be glamorous, profile-worthy, or fast-tracked in order to work.

Focus on how you can design your path with intention and in a way that matches your unique abilities and vision.

Avoid comparing your path to that of someone else.

Invest your energy in your own story.

Go have a great workday.