5 Things 'Losers' Never Do

David Stuart writes for Forbes Magazine.
He wrote this column that caught my eye.
It is the way he wrote it that made me read it twice and realize the article was right.
You can read the full article here:
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Thanks David!
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What don’t losers do that could lead them to the winners circle?

1. They don’t pause. The researchers discovered that award-winning workers slow down to ensure they’re asking the right questions about the work they do. They’re curious about who their audience is, and who is the recipient of their work. In fact, according to the study, 88% of award-winning projects begin with a person pausing to ask the question, “What difference could I make that others would love?”

2. They don’t go to where their work is received. It’s easy to sit behind our computer screens and assume we’re giving the recipients of our work, great solutions. But, award-winning workers actually go watch their work being received. The research revealed that people who go see their work being received are 17 times more likely to become passionate about their work.

3. They don’t talk to strangers. According to the study, award-winners reach outside of their inner circle and ask for opinions and connections of others. They want to know the good, the bad, and the people who may help them move forward with their idea. 72% of award-winning projects involve people talking to their outer circle.

4. They don’t tweak stuff. There’s an old saying states that there’s nothing new under the sun. And, people who win awards at work seem to take that statement to heart. Instead of trying to invent something new, they add or subtract something from an existing product or process that the recipients of their work will love. The research showed that projects are 3 times more likely to be considered “important” when someone has added or removed an element or two.

5. They don’t stick with it. Approaching any endeavor with the intent to create a difference that someone loves, award-winning workers follow their projects until the recipients of their work love their work. In fact, 90% of award-winning work projects include people and teams who follow the work all the way through implementation and beyond.

The term ‘losers’ might be a bit harsh, referring to those who don’t win. Still, it can be brutally frustrating to watch others reap the accolades when your effort might be just as admirable.

“Winning is a mindset,” said Dr. Jeff Spencer. “It’s something practiced.”

We agree. According to the research, it’s a practice of five simple skills.