Unleashing Greatness: 42 Qualities of Highly Successful People for Personal Growth and Success

We were all born with greatness. Some are great academically, whilst some are abundantly creative. Some see in black and white, and some see in color. Then there are those that are a combination of many. No two people are alike, unique in their own way but owners of greatness regardless. Each of us was blessed with a gift specific to ourselves.

If every person was birthed with greatness, then it is fair to say that upon entering this world, no one got the upper hand as everyone’s gifts carried proportionate value. Despite our physical appearance and our views of deformities, the world’s human population was born as equals, with no one more special than the other.

Our gifts of greatness admittedly are not always easy to identify but we were blessed with them to bring happiness to others and unto ourselves.  Sadly only a few have and will go on to share and experience such happiness. The few who are dedicated to identifying their given gifts will achieve their goals, whilst exploring total fulfillment and becoming extraordinary. 

Becoming extraordinary is not subjective to a particular sex or ethnicity. It does not favor any individual class of people. It does require a growth mindset. A mindset where one believes that to live a life of excellence one must be purposeful, prepared, courageous, diligent, and maintain an open mind. These and other qualities which can be developed are what is separating the fraction of successful from the ordinary masses.

Here are 42 qualities of highly successful people: 

1. They trust themselves.
2. They know what they want and can articulate it confidently.
3. They are accountable to themselves.
4. They do not compare themselves to others.
5. They are bold, they ask for what they want.
6. They are courageous and take calculated risks.
7. They are not afraid to fail.
8. They are not concerned about what people think of them.
9. They are true to themselves.
10. They are self-transparent.
11. They continually undergo a self-evaluation process.
12. They are decisive.
13. They are not afraid to ask hard questions.
14. They are clear on their purpose.
15. They know what they are good at and what their shortcomings are.
16. They are not afraid to say no.
17. They take ownership of their shortcomings; they admit when they do not know or are wrong.
18. They believe in themselves.
19. They are emotionally stable.
20. They set boundaries and have priorities.
21. They adopt an expecting mindset and are always prepared for opportunities.
22. They are hungry – willed and determined.
23. They have great self-leadership.
24. They are vulnerable and are not shy to ask for help
25. They play to outlast not win.
26. They understand the value of delayed gratification.
27. They are disciplined, persistent, and patient.
28. They are resilient, weakness is not tolerated.
29. They adopt a growth mindset and embrace change.
30. They are aware of how they feel about themselves when they are by themselves.
31. They are focused.
32. They celebrate their accomplishments (big and small) and congratulate themselves.
33. They choose their network carefully and surround themselves with persons who can pull them up.
34. They learn from others who have done what they want to do.
35. They are very guarded about the use of their time. 
36. They set goals that provide them with direction.
37. They live consciously.
38. They are committed.
39. They live by continuous improvement.
40. They train their subconscious to work for them and not against them.
41. Can’t is not an option for them.
42. They serve others first.

Achieving greatness and success is within the reach of every individual, regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender. It requires cultivating a growth mindset and being self-aware, disciplined, and persistent. Highly successful people possess a unique set of qualities that set them apart from the ordinary masses. By embodying these qualities and consistently working towards self-improvement, anyone can strive to become extraordinary and make a positive impact on their own lives and the lives of others.