The Certain Way to Success

In recent times, the idea that failure is the secret to or foundation of success has taken center stage in discussions about personal growth and professional development, gradually crowding out alternative views that actually hold the truths about success. All our teaching about success and living a life of service, success, and significance is premised on the philosophy that SUCCESS is a system of ideas and life skills governed by executive functions alongside a positive self-image and dynamic capabilities.

Success isn't about failing forward or backward. It's about doing things in a certain way—creating and diligently working a system of ideas and life skills governed by executive functions, alongside a positive self-image and dynamic capabilities. This method isn't merely about reacting to setbacks or stumbling through failures. Instead, it emphasizes proactive, strategic actions and disciplined efforts.
Attempting to achieve success by failing forward or backward is like trying to go north by traveling south; it negates the laws of the universe. As Wallace Wattles eloquently stated, "sickness cannot produce health." Likewise, negative experiences alone cannot generate positive outcomes. Success is not born from its opposite; it arises from cultivating positive habits, thoughts, and behaviors that are in harmony with one's objectives and values.

To truly succeed, one must focus on building a robust system. This system comprises clear goals, effective time management, self-discipline, continuous learning, and adaptability. It is underpinned by executive functions—our cognitive abilities to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. Coupled with a positive self-image and dynamic capabilities, this approach generates the insights and wisdom necessary for relentless pursuit and achievement of goals.

In essence, success is about aligning with the positive forces of the universe and adhering to its laws. By diligently working within this framework, we can unlock our innate potential and create the conditions for sustained progress. This approach not only leads to personal success but also enables us to make a meaningful impact on the world around us.

Let us remember that success is a journey, not a destination. By doing things in a certain way—embracing positivity, discipline, and strategic action—we can work  toward our goals effectively. This is how magic happens, bringing us the insights and wisdom necessary to relentlessly pursue and ultimately achieve success.

In conclusion, however you define success, this one thing is clear: a life well lived in whatever domain—entrepreneurship, governance, politics, or public service—demands a system of ideas and life skills governed by executive functions alongside a positive self-image and dynamic capabilities. By integrating these principles into our lives, we can move forward with confidence and purpose, knowing that we are on the right path to success.

By Anayo Agu, Co-Founder Seeds of Greatness Institute (SGI)