In life, making an impression is so huge... but the second part...

[Teknoe]

Last night I thought to myself, in the quiet still of the night, how much life is about "making an impression." You could call it making an impact as well. I mean, think about it:

 

-How do you get noticed by a woman who is a 10 out of 10 knock out?

 

-How did you earn that job you currently work at? Or any other job in life?

 

-Have you ever auditioned for a role in a play, and was casted out of 100s?

 

-Meeting your significant other's parents for the first time... how did that go?

 

All of these things and more have to do with "setting yourself apart from the pack" or "making an impression."

 

I was watching a reality show series last night and the guy said to the guy in risk of getting bumped off the show: "I asked the other judges what they thought of you and there was 10 seconds of silence. What are you all about? Who are you? What sets you apart?" That statement jumped out at me and I started thinking... how true is that in life in general?

 

How badly do you want something?

 

How hard are you willing to work for it?

 

So that's impression but then... I'm reminded of an old quote. "You can get by on charm for 15 minutes... but after that you better know something."

 

Impression ---> Commitment to endure and go the distance.

 

I find I do a decent job of giving people a pretty solid first impression. However, my commitment level is questionable at times, which is why I probably struggle in long term projects. Short term projects I'm great with, but it's the bigger longer tasks that I struggle with. Anyone with any tips to go beyond just setting a great 1st impression but to have substance to last the race of life?

 

My work ethic to be honest is not the greatest. I'm lazy by nature. Also, I'm the kind of guy who waits for opportunity moreso than being a self-starter. But I find if someone gives me an opportunity, I step up and rise to the occasion. How do I self-initiate more and knock down doors on my own rather than passively waiting for people in charge to give me opportunities?

 

I'm good at making positive 1st impressions, but currently lack the 2nd part of the progress... the will to persevere and go the distance. I'm lazy and kind of content just being... not one of those people you see waking up at 5 or 6 AM and "making the most out of everyday life."

 

Anyone with stories, testimonies or tips? Thanks in advance. I know I have potential, but more often than not, I don't reach for the brass ring, so to speak. Is this something that can be learned or taught, or something you either have or don't have? I like to think (and hope) it can be learned/taught!

 

My discipline definitely needs work. Too often I'll just waste the day on the internet for example, circulating the same sites over and over, check email, gchat, cycle repeats. My drive to be more successful in life needs a kick in the butt!