People who are successful in life have all developed the skill of self-discipline.
Thomas Huxley words still ring true: “Do what you should do, when you should do it, whether you feel like it or not.”
Discipline is also a big point for service providers, especially for entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs have no bosses to watch over them or make sure that they are getting their jobs done. They have to be their own bosses. They have to supervise their own behavior. Part of their discipline is to believe firmly in behavioral economics – that every behavior they display must produce economic benefit.
Discipline also requires you to be clear about your purpose. The clearer your purpose in life, the more focused you will be on the areas that are really important in your life. Once you’re focused, you’ll know which areas to delegate, which areas to throw completely out the window, and which areas to give your best resources.
Discipline, purpose, and focus are three powerful ingredients of success! However, without discipline, it is difficult to remain focused and to translate purpose into action.