Self Control and Intelligence: Do You Have What it Takes to Be Successful?
Is Raw Intelligence an Accurate Predictor of Success – Read This
By Jan Ashby
Nowadays, many people are attracted to working from home. But there are so many things to distract us – so many SHINY objects 
that it can make it difficult to stay on track. I found an interesting article that speaks of this very challenge – the challenge of self-control.
It is based on a study made by Catherine Morris Cox, a psychologist in 1926 – she was interested in what factors lead to “realized genius”. 300 recognized geniuses, including Leonardo da Vinci, were studied.
It is NOTEWORTHY that she found two qualities to be a better predictor of “future outstanding achievement” (rather than only focusing on raw intelligence) – would you like to know WHAT they are?
Read the following – it is taken from N.Y. Times:
The Future of Self–Improvement, Part I: Grit Is More Important Than …
What if the rate of long-term success doesn’t really have that much to do with your potential? A look at recent research – this study speaks of one’ s ability for delayed gratification, and
self-control capacity
This video discusses MINDSET, and goes into the reasons why many who strike out on their own in a home-based business (entrepreneurs) fail. It gets individuals to think about their VALUE – specifically, if you’ve been working for the man, you may need to do an Attitude Adjustment. And you may need to invest in yourself, and attend webinars or educational seminars where you at least have the CHANCE of meeting a good Mentor . Have a listen:
Are you interested in professional and personal development? In the 1% Solution, the premise is that each one of us can adopt and grow – even if it is just 1% at a time. When you add up all of the 1 percents, you will find that you’ve gotten some good things accomplished.
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