I was at the airport when a taxi driver approached me.
The first thing I noticed in the cab was a phrase, I soon read:
- Duck or Eagle?
You decide.
The second thing I noticed was a clean, shiny cab, the driver well dressed, white shirt and well pressed pants, with a tie.
The taxi driver got out, opened the door for me and said:
"I am John, your chauffeur.
While I'm putting your luggage away, I'd like you to read on this card what my mission is."
On the card was written:
John's Mission
- To get my clients to their destination quickly, safely and economically, while providing a friendly environment.
I was impressed.
The interior of the cab was equally clean.
John asked me:
"Would you like some coffee?"
Joking with him I said:
"No, I'd rather have a juice.
He immediately replied:
"no problem.
I have a thermos with regular juice and also diet juice, as well as water," he also told me:
"if you wish to read, I have today's newspaper and also some magazines."
As the race began John told me:
"These are the radio stations I have and this is the repertoire they play."
As if that wasn't enough, João even asked me if the temperature of the air conditioning was good.
Then he told me what was the best route to my destination and if I wanted to talk to him or if he preferred that I not be interrupted.
I asked:
"Do you always serve your customers like this?"
"No," he replied.
"Not always.
Only in the last two years.
My first few years as a taxi driver I spent most of my time complaining just like the other taxi drivers.
One day I listened to a doctor who was a specialist in personal development.
He wrote a book called :Who you are makes the difference!
He said:
If you get up in the morning expecting to have a lousy day, you certainly will.
Don't be a DUCK!
Be an eagle!
Ducks just make noise and complain, eagles soar above the pack.
I was all the time making noise and complaining.
So I decided to change my attitudes and be an eagle.
I looked at the other cabs and drivers.
The dirty cabs, the unfriendly drivers, and the dissatisfied customers.
I decided to make some changes.
Since my customers responded well, I made a few more changes.
In my first year as an eagle, I doubled my turnover.
This year, I have already quadrupled it.
You are lucky you took my cab today. I am no longer at the cab stand.
My customers book through my cell phone or send me a message.
If I can't pick up, I get a trusted "Eagle" taxi driver friend to do the job."
John was different.
He offered a limousine service in a regular cab.
John, the taxi driver, decided to stop making noise and complaining like ducks do and started flying over the group like eagles do.
It doesn't matter whether you work in an office, with maintenance, a teacher, a civil servant, a politician, an executive, an employee, a freelancer, or a taxi driver!
How do you behave?
Are you dedicated to making noise and complaining? Or are you elevating yourself above the others?
Remember: THE DECISION IS YOURS!
That key only opens from the inside!
AND YOU HAVE LESS AND LESS TIME TO CHANGE!
2025 will be nothing new if we don't have new attitudes!
May we be better Fathers,
Better Husbands
Better Wives,
Better Mothers,
Better Children,
Better Friends
Better Colleagues!
May we not repeat the mistakes of the past!
May we pray more, praise more, thank more!
May GOD Almighty give us the wisdom we need to be eagles, so that we can fly high and live in a better world of peace. !!!!
LET'S BE EAGLES 🦅 IN 2025 !
See you @ the Top
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#bedifferent #copied
Saviour
*Turning Goals into Reality: 7 Essential Steps for Success*
As we step into the new year, many of us have set ambitious goals for ourselves.
However, having goals is just the first step; turning them into reality requires a strategic plan and commitment.
In this article, we'll explore the essential steps to help you achieve your goals and make 2025 your year of grace and success.
*Step 1 *Break Down Big Goals into Smaller Ones*
Luke 14:27-32 reminds us to count the cost before embarking on a project. Breaking down big goals into smaller, manageable tasks helps you identify the resources and time required to achieve them. Divide large goals into smaller tasks, create an action plan, and track your progress.
*Step 2: Create an Accountability System*
Proverbs 27:17 emphasizes the importance of having someone to sharpen and influence us. Share your goals with a trusted friend or family member and ask them to hold you accountable. Join a community that inspires and motivates you to achieve your goals.
*Step 3: Establish a Routine and Schedule*
Plan out your daily and weekly routine to ensure you have time for goal-oriented activities. Schedule specific times for tasks related to your goals, and remember to manage your time wisely.
*Step 4: Identify Potential Obstacles and Develop Contingency Plans*
Proverbs 22:3 and Matthew 26:41-42 remind us to anticipate potential problems and take proactive steps to avoid or mitigate them. Identify challenges that might hinder your progress, develop backup plans, and identify resources and support systems that can help you overcome obstacles.
*Step 5: Track Progress and Celebrate Small Wins*
Use a journal, spreadsheet, or mobile app to track your progress. Celebrate small victories along the way to stay motivated and encouraged.
*Step 6: Review and Adjust Your Goals Regularly*
Regularly review your progress and adjust your goals as needed. Be flexible and willing to make changes to stay on track.
*Step 7: Seek God's Guidance and Trust Him for Grace*
Proverbs 16:3 reminds us to commit our plans to God and ask for His guidance and wisdom. Seek God's guidance, pray for strength, courage, and perseverance, and trust Him for His grace.
By following these 7 essential steps, you'll be well on your way to turning your goals into reality. Remember to stay focused, committed, and seek God's guidance and wisdom.
Declare 2025 as your year of grace and success (Grace the Game Changer!)
*Okey Sokay (The Multiplier)*
In today's competitive job market, it's not enough to just meet expectations and complete your assigned tasks. To stand out and make a lasting impression, it's important to go above and beyond the call of duty. Whether you're an employee or a business owner, going the extra mile can lead to greater success, recognition, and growth opportunities.
Hard work is an essential ingredient that leads to success. It means dedicating yourself to a task and putting in the effort and time required to achieve your goals. Whether it's for personal or professional growth, hard work is vital. It helps you develop skills, hone your talents, and overcome obstacles.
Hard work is the act of dedicating oneself to achieving a goal through persistence, determination, discipline, and sacrifice. It involves both physical and mental effort and can lead to personal growth, skill development, and greater opportunities for success. Achieving success requires strategic actions that involve much more than just working hard without direction or purpose. However, there is no denying that hard work is the stepping stone towards greatness.
Maintaining a positive attitude throughout your personal and professional life can help you find healthy coping mechanisms for stressors and challenges. With a positive attitude, you may be able overcome obstacles more easily, find more opportunities to express gratitude in your life and even forge actionable paths toward achieving your dreams. While fostering a positive outlook on a day-to-day basis can sometimes feel challenging, especially when you experience tension in your life, it's a worthwhile endeavor to undertake.
Striving for excellence is a critical aspect of achieving superior results in any field, be it personal or professional. It is the driving force behind progress and innovation, inspiring individuals to push beyond their limits and reach their full potential. The importance of striving for excellence cannot be overstated, and it applies to all areas of human endeavor, from science and technology to the arts, sports, and beyond. Excellence is not a destination but a journey, a continuous process of improvement that requires hard work, dedication, and a willingness to learn and grow.
Discipline is the cornerstone of personal and professional success. It acts as the guiding force that shapes our behaviors, habits, and ultimately, our destinies. In every sphere of life, from personal development to career growth, maintaining discipline is the key to unlocking one’s full potential.
“The cost of Discipline is always less than the price of regrets, so self-discipline is always the biggest investment to success in life” - Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.
Curated from LinkedIn
