Peak Performance Principles 

"The Six Attitudes of High Achievers"

John R. Noe

"The Six Attitudes of High Achievers"

High Achievers...

1. Make no small plans 

    This first attitude which is make no small plans means that we have to think and set bigger goals for ourselves. We should make big plans for ourselves and put aside for a bit some obstacles that might come our way. On example is when a student doesn't want to apply to UC's or Cal State's because their parents don't have the money to pay for it. There is a lot of money out there that is being offered as well as loans. That student should not be worried about the financial obstacle just yet, they should just be imagining themselves attending the UC or Cal State they wish to attend. You have to make big plans and work your way through to get to them. Working your way to get to them might not be easy but you have to try. Maybe for some of us our plans may be too big, we also have to think and take into consideration things that there is a big possibility to achieve and things that there is not. Don't get me wrong, we can make all the plans that want and as big as we want but we also have to keep in mind the chances there is for us to get to that goal or plan. For some of us it might be a bit hard but for others it might be too difficult and will eventually have to let goal of that plan or goal. Don't feel bad if you have to let go of your plan or goal. There is always a chance to get back to it and keep trying. Remember to always CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

       I will apply this by not making little plans. I will make big plans for the future that I wish to accomplish some day. I will also help my family members not make small plans.

2. Do what they fear

    This attitude means that you should be brave and do what you are afraid to do. If you do what you are afraid to do you will eventually lose the fear you have towards it. For example, if you are afraid of heights but you are just afraid because of the thought of it you should go to a really tall building or mountain and look at the view. That view will probably help you get rid of that fear you have. Another example is if you are scared to raise your hand because you are not sure if the answer is right or wrong, you should try it some time. You might think that people are going to make fun of you but what if that doesn't happen. You shouldn't let those fears take over you. You have to be strong and face your fears. If you face your fears you will realize that you are actually a strong and brave person.  Some fears may be too big but that doesn't mean you have to face them alone. You can have the help of a family member or a friend. You can even ask your parents if they can help you face any fear you have. I bet the will accept and help you go through it. Always remember to CHOSE THE RIGHT!!!

I will apply this by being brake and doing something I am scared of so I can finally get rid of that fear. I will make that courage grow within me to also help others face their fears. 

3. Are willing to prepare

    This attitude means that you are willing to start things on your own. One example of this is when you have a group project but you see that none of the members of your group have started on it you are willing to start working on the project even if no one else is. Some people are actually scared to prepare. One of the reasons they may be scared is because they think they're going to do something wrong. Some people are really good at preparing things. Those kind of people do not depend on anyone else but themselves. When you prepare things on your own you are more secure than when you have to wait for other people to prepare things for you. Everyone has to be willing to prepare because there is not always going to be someone next to you helping you. There are going to be times when you are on your own and you will have to prepare. It might be difficult some times but you have to pull through. When you prepare you get things done. Always remember to CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

  

I will apply this by practicing before I have to present or something so I can feel more secure. I will also start things on my own so I wont have to depend on other people. 

4. Are willing to risk failure

    This attitude means that you are willing to try even though you don't know if its the right or wrong choice. One example for this is when a person wants to start a business. That person does not know is their business is going to be a hit or if it is not. They take the risk of losing money since they invested in the business they are trying to do. Some people do not take risks because they are scared to fail.  Some times it is good to fail. You learn and gain experience in what you have failed on. That experience can help you develop or do something else that can work. Some people that fail lose their motivation and hopes. You have to accept that you've fail in order for you to keep moving forward. When you are willing to risk failure you become stringer mentally and emotionally. Remember to always CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

                     

I will apply this by not being scared and doing things I might not be sure are going to succeed. I will also help others do the 

same.      

5. Are teachable
    This attitude means to be open minded and learn a lot of different things. For example, when you go to a speech you don't think of what you believe but what the other person is saying. You also learn something from what they had said. You keep you mind open to know new things. It is not hard to be teachable. It only requires you. You are the one who makes the decision to be teachable. You decide what you want to be taught. If you are not teachable then you will miss out on a lot. There is a lot out there that you can learn from. It just take a little effort to be teachable and listen to other information. That will help you gain knowledge.  

I will apply this by being open minded and listening to what other have to say so I can learn new things.       


            
6. Have heart
    This attitude means to care for others. There might be difficult situations but if you have a heart to will go through it. It feels good to care for others. You also have to learn how to forgive others. Forgiving take off a big heavy weight off your shoulders. There are so many good things you can do. Having a heart means you help others in need. You even help the people who don't help you. Be a good person. Don't have hatred. It will only make life harder. Have a heart, be a good person. 

    I will apply this by not giving up and caring for others. 

Final Reflection: For the first attitude I will stop making little plan and start making big plan to motivate me through life. For the second attitude, I will do what is feared to show people i can do it and that I am brave. For the third attitude, I will give up the parties and time with friends to practice or study for important things. For the fourth attitude, I will take more risk even if i don't know if i am going to succeed or fail. For the fifth attitude, I will be open minded to take in every little thing that there is to learn. For the sixth and final attitude, I will be committed and care for others. These attitude will help me gain confidence and strength to proceed with life.