In this episode, I discuss the next chapters from John Maxwell's Book "Success is a Choice". I talk about how we can learn and use these ideas in our journey as air traffic controllers.First, today, I talked about:EMBODY PERSEVERANCEI talked about the Principles of Perseverance-· Perseverance means succeeding because you are determined to, not destined to.· Perseverance recognizes life is not a long race but many short ones in succession.· Perseverance is needed to release MOST of life's rewards.· Perseverance draws sweetness out of adversity.· Perseverance has a compounding effect on life.· Perseverance means stopping not because you're tired but because the task is done.· Perseverance doesn't demand more than we have, but ALL THAT WE HAVE.I also talked about the enemies of perseverance-· A lifestyle of giving up.· A wrong belief that life should be easy.· A wrong belief that success is a destination.· A lack of resiliency.· A lack of vision.How do you multiply your perseverance?· Purpose- Find one· Excuses- Eliminate them· Stamina- Develop someNext, I talked about:DEMONSTRATE COURAGE"You can do nothing worthwhile without courage."Why does talent need Courage?Your courage will be tested when...· You seek a truth that you know may be painful.· When change is needed but inactivity is more comfortable.· When your convictions are challenged.· When learning and growing will display your weakness.· When you take the high road even as others treat you badly.· When being "out front" makes you an easy target.· Whenever you face obstacles to your progress.Where do you find courage?· Look for courage inside, not outside, yourself· Grow in courage by doing the right thing instead of the easy thing· Take small steps of courage to prepare you for greater ones· Recognize that a leadership position won't give you courage, but courage can make you a leader· Watch your horizons expand with each courageous act.Remember: The opposite of courage is not cowardice, it is conformity.Thank you for listening!!If you have a question, or comment, please email me at [email protected] .You can find information about my coaching program at attrawell.com/sidebysideatccom .Have a great week and remember that we are all on this ATC journeySide by Side!

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