“The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark.” ~ Michaelangelo.

We’ve all made excuses from time to time. It’s the strongest and most mature who set the excuses aside, grasp hold of personal accountability, and move beyond their fears, weaknesses, and past failures to gain the higher ground.

Leadership Freak

If I started over, knowing what I know today, I would …

Aim higher and start sooner.
Mark Hopkins

Excuses:

Mark went on to say, “Life’s curveballs and my conservative nature provide daily excuses for not doing what I am capable of.  But my experience has shown me that anyone can hit what they aim for, or very close to it.”

Mark’s comment reminded me of a quote attributed to Michelangelo, “The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark.”

Defeat excuses:

1. Develop deep experience. Experience provides perspective for aiming high. Mark said, “I’d get my Malcolm Gladwell 10,000 hours and go make a dream come true.” Gladwell says the key to success is practicing something for 10,000 hours.
2. Follow your drive. “In order to bring my…

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