Do You Have What it Takes to Reach the Top?

Hard work is too common phrase these days. The promise that if we work hard, we will succeed seems to be misguided simply because 'hard work' is relative. It will always differ from person to person. This then poses the question of how do you quantify a willingness towards hard work? One way could be to choose 'benchmarks' which you can measure your work ethic against. The 'benchmarks' I have chosen are aimed at helping you to assess your character and determine if you have the drive and work ethic to reach the top. So without further ado let's explore 5 things you can try.

1. Stay in a 5 star hotel

This one is quite easy to 'achieve'. The thing you should find out here is to determine if the 5 star level of comfort is something you 'need' to have. This is different to the 'yeah I like it and would always take it if I have the chance.' However, if the answer is 'you don't feel comfortable in lesser accommodation anymore,' then you know you are probably willing to put that extra effort in for that extra reward.

2. Do something significant that you're not entirely comfortable with

Unfortunately, whether you like it or not, there will come a time when you will have to do something you're not entirely comfortable with. Reaching the top requires wits and a strong control over your emotions and whilst you may think that you are a 'good' person, rest assured that there will be someone out there that is immoral or unethical. When your back is against the wall, you may be forced to do something that you may not be comfortable with. I'm not saying that this ok. However, it's best to know if you're okay with doing things in the 'questionable' area before it's too late.

3. Buy a materialistic item for $1000

This one is a good one. Spending this quantity of money is for most people a big deal. You most probably have obsessed and obsessed about this decision for a long time. Hence this is why when you finally do it, you feel such an attachment to it. But what comes next is interesting. It can go two ways. Either you think it was a good idea and you instantly have a hunger for more 'luxury' items or you completely regret it and wish you could return it. Chances are if you are the first one, you know you're going to work hard to maintain this new 'lifestyle.'

4. Join a gym

Make sure you sign up for a lengthy period of time. Then monitor how much you actually use your membership. If the number is low chances are you aren't very disciplined and therefore hard work may not be your forte. It's also a good measure of how you spend your money. If you think $500 for a yearly membership is a good idea, then chances are you'll see value in other 'expensive' items and will work hard to get them.

5. Try an extreme diet

This is another discipline idea. By extreme diets, I don't mean the 'only eat carrots for 5 days for rapid weight loss' diets. I'm referring to the 'cult' diets like the paleo diets or veganism. Hard work is only undertaken if you want essentially want to join a cult. Think about it, the partners at your firm are essentially in a mini cult, the expensive things they own puts them in the respective clubs (cults). If you identify yourself as one of those people that enjoys being someone who follows these 'interesting' diets, then chances are you may have what it takes to work hard and join the 'elite.'

These are just a few ways that can help you discover more about yourself. Fear not if you aren't one of these people. Happiness is entirely subjective. Someone that is happy going about their day is much better off than someone that works hard for no reason and absolutely hates what they do.

The first person I envy, the second I don't. Don't be the latter.

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