Introduction When you join a new company, someone will probably tell you, “Don’t worry. Just take some time to settle in.” It sounds like good advice. After all, starting a new job can be overwhelming. There are new people, processes, systems, expectations, and ways of working. Naturally, you need time to understand your surroundings. But there is a problem with the “settle in” mindset. If you spend your first few months simply waiting to feel comfortable, you may lose the most valuable period of your transition. Your first 90 days are not just a period for settling in. They are a period for learning, building relationships, creating credibility, and understanding how you can make an impact. Why “Just Settle In” Can Hold You Back When people are told to settle in, they often become passive. They attend meetings, complete assigned tasks, observe what others are doing, and wait for someone to tell them what they should focus on. There is nothing wrong with observing. In ...
Introduction Discipline is often misunderstood as a restriction but in reality, it’s freedom. It’s freedom from bad habits. Our everyday routine decides our productivity. When we are disciplined, we tend to focus more on tasks that help us reach our goals. On thinking clearly about our life goals, we get a clear idea of what we want in life and how to create it. But once you find the right way, what matters is how much work you put into it and that, you can ensure if you are disciplined. Napoleon Hill has given 10 Rules of Self-Discipline in his book ‘Law of Success’. These rules are very helpful for everyone including students, entrepreneurs, etc. 10 Rules of Self-Discipline by Napoleon Hill: 1. Keep a cool head around hot heads: According to Napoleon Hill, the first rule of the 10 rules of self-discipline given by Napoleon Hill is to keep your mind cool even when others don’t. You must learn to control your emotions, use your words wisely, and act wisely in such circumstances if you ...