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Archive for Setbacks

4 Ways to Stay Positive in Work and Life

A Former Pessimist Shares His Secrets to Success

September 6, 2017 by Michael Hyatt

We often assume that people simply are a certain way. “She’s such a bright, sunny person.” “He’s always such a gloomy Gus.” Nature gives us optimists and pessimists, and that’s all there is to it. But according to Jon Gordon, that’s a myth, a limiting belief that may be holding you back. He says this […]

Filed Under: Leadership, Personal Development Tagged With: Obstacles, overcoming, Perseverance, positivity, Setbacks

How to Regain Your Perspective After a Major Setback

Use this Proven 5-Step Process and Get Back on Track

October 14, 2016 by Michael Hyatt

Setbacks are inevitable. They make us stronger and develop our character. But only if we maintain our perspective and use them to grow. Here’s how.

Filed Under: Leadership, Personal Development Tagged With: disappointment, discouragement, motivation, perspective, Setbacks

3 Major Mistakes I Haven’t Shared Until Now

How to Turn Setbacks into Success

January 16, 2015 by Michael Hyatt

People often look at my success and assume I haven’t had any failures. Excuse me while I laugh. Have you seen my recent blooper reel? The truth is I have experienced plenty of failure. And many are a lot worse than a flubbed line. I just don’t usually publicize them.

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: Failure, mistakes, Setbacks, Success

Your Life Is the Sum of Your Choices

April 30, 2012 by Michael Hyatt

The secret to change is the willingness to accept responsibility for our choices. Once we do that, anything becomes possible.

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: choices, Failure, Freedom, options, Setbacks, victim

Are You Focusing on the Obstacle or the Opportunity?

December 15, 2010 by Michael Hyatt

Many people fail at work and in life because they focus too much on the obstacle rather than the opportunity. Is it true in your organization?

Filed Under: Leadership Tagged With: Fear, Focus, Obstacles, Opportunities, Prizes, Rewards, Setbacks, strengths, Threats