12 Principles of Champions - Work It Daily

12 Principles of Champions - Work It Daily By CAREEREALISM-Approved Expert, Deborah Shane Coming from a mentoring, teaching and training background for 20 plus years has helped me to understand how certain qualities make champions! There are 12 common qualities I believe underlie “peak performers” or champions in any field, industry, business, or just personally! I love to study champions. We mostly identify with sports people and teams: Lance Armstrong, Pete Sampras, New York Yankees, Detroit Red Wings, New England Patriots, University of Florida, Babe Ruth. But, let’s not forget about other champions who champion causes: Mother Theresa, Martin Luther King, John F Kennedy, Rosa Parks and tireless other “silent heroes” that change people’s lives daily by what they do under the radar. What is a champion? By definition, a Remarkable Person - somebody who exemplifies excellence or achievement; Defender - somebody who defends, supports, or promotes a person or cause because they are “passionate” about it. It can be anyone, it can be you. Character is an attitude... “Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves , some turn up their noses and some don’t turn up at all.” (Sam Ewing) The process it takes to become a champion includes solid fundamentals, a dedication to discipline, a willingness to practice, a lot of heart, a little luck and perseverance. All great teams and athletes commit to this process and because they are “in it” daily, they succeed and win. This same process is how anyone can become a champion, or champion a cause. Enjoying this article? You could get the best career advice daily by subscribing to us via e-mail. Here are 12 principles that can make you or anyone a champion. Are you ready? 1. Personal and Professional Integrity 2. Industry and Product Knowledge 3. Sincerity of Motive and Intent 4. Enthusiasm for Life 5. Passion for what you do and who you are 6. A dedication to Excellence 7. Commitment to Discipline 8. The Perseverance to keep growing and learning 9. Willingness to embrace new ideas 10. Openness to Change 11. A healthy and active Sense of Humor 12. Awesome Attitude Opportunities to stand out, make a difference and truly impact people, the community and world you live and work in is boundless. Become a champion and champion something today, NOW. Small things can make a BIG difference. They add up over time. Are you ready to champion your life and business and become the champion you are destined to be? Did you enjoy this article? Read more articles by this expert here. CAREEREALISM Expert, Deborah Shane delivers business education and professional skill development specializing in women in business, those in career transition, sales and personal and social brand strategy and integration. Follow her on Twitter and LinkedIn. The photo for this article is provided by Shutterstock. Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!