Possessing Eagle-Eyed Insight
The eagle embodies soaring ambition, swift reflexes, and imposing presence. Its wings, broad and powerful, propel it skyward, battling the heavens. Its gaze, sharp and bright, pierces through the fog, revealing all. Its talons, keen and strong, seize prey, never relinquishing their grip.
With its sharp eyes and powerful claws, the eagle perpetually occupies the apex of the food chain in the natural world. In the survival of the fittest, opportunity is inextricably linked to existence. Without far-sighted vision, one is destined to be ruthlessly eliminated by fate.
Many lament the lack of opportunity, attributing their unsatisfactory lives to the absence of favourable chances. Yet, God bestows the same opportunities upon everyone. Some succeed, others fail, not because God favours one over another, but because the successful seize the opportunities presented. The ability to discern and grasp opportunities distinguishes those who succeed from those who do not.
On an island in the Pacific, two salesmen from British and American shoe factories arrived. After surveying the island, they discovered that no one wore shoes. The next day, they sent telegrams to their respective factories. The British salesman wired: "No one wears shoes here. Returning tomorrow." The American salesman, however, wired: "No one wears shoes here. Excellent prospects for shoe sales. Staying put."
The following day, the British salesman departed, while the American salesman remained to post "advertisements." His advertisements featured a robust local man wearing shoes, carrying prey such as tigers, leopards, wolves, and deer, projecting an image of strength and prowess.
Intrigued by the advertisement, the local natives inquired about acquiring the footwear worn by the man in the picture. Consequently, the American salesman's shoes gradually gained popularity.
Everyone aspires to success and prosperity, striving diligently towards these goals. Many comfort themselves with the adage: "Effort is directly proportional to reward." However, they often overlook the crucial prerequisite: a correct direction. Otherwise, their strenuous efforts are merely futile struggles. As one veers further down the wrong path, success recedes into the distance. If you possess the sharp eyes of an eagle, with foresight and the ability to seize opportunities, can success be far behind?
The key to life lies in growth. Regardless of when one begins, as long as one is willing to change, it is always the opportune moment. Habits can be altered, and vision can be trained. Learning to observe is a vital skill. Just because things appear normal does not necessarily mean they are. Learn to identify problems, and upon discovering them, address them promptly. The effects may not be immediate, but small, incremental changes will eventually lead to significant differences.
A person's proactive confidence will help him achieve many things. What you see is what you get. If you see opportunity, you will obtain opportunity. If you see bleak desolation, that is what you will receive. What you see is yours; what you do not see is not.
How does one see what others do not, and discover opportunities that others cannot? This requires exceptional vision. Can vision be trained? How does one cultivate vision?
- See the Good in Everything
Cultivating Eagle-Eyed Wisdom
In every situation, we must see the positive aspects. When problems arise, we must identify our shortcomings, areas for improvement, and how to improve. In our work and lives, we inevitably encounter difficult people. We cannot change the environment or others, but we can change our mindset and behaviour. We must strive to see the good in everything. For example, if you encounter a difficult boss at work and cannot avoid them, learn to change your thinking. If you can work well with a difficult boss, your potential is immense. Be adept at observing the forces that promote growth in life.
- Stand Higher, See Further
Many become entangled in immediate interests, lacking a long-term goal and failing to see the road ahead. It is more blessed to give than to receive, yet many fail to grasp this simple principle of blessing. Many renowned companies understand this well. For example, Didi Chuxing, a ride-hailing app, was initially met with scepticism, but its low fares and efficient service won over a large number of loyal users. It provided a convenient way for people to travel and allowed many idle private cars to be utilized. Soon, Didi Chuxing became the preferred mode of transportation, changing people's lifestyles. Despite recent fare increases, people still habitually choose this option. Didi Chuxing's success is inseparable from the long-term vision of its decision-makers.
- See Through Things
Do not merely see the surface; learn to see through the phenomena to the essence. Learn to see opportunity in chaos, the future in the present, and turning points in economic crises. During the 1997 Asian financial crisis, the entire Asian economy plunged into severe recession. However, the financial magnate George Soros saw opportunity in the crisis and reaped substantial profits. The total amount of wealth in the world remains constant; financial crises merely transfer money from one group of people to another. If we can see through the surface to the essence of things, we can discover opportunities that others cannot and obtain unexpected surprises.
Similarly, in the process of character development, we inevitably encounter many offences and challenges. However, if you see through these appearances to the essence, you will find that these difficulties become beneficial to your life. Having been tempered by these trials, the height of your life will be elevated. The spiritual person judges all things, but is himself to be judged by no one.
- See Clearly
The most important ability of a leader and decision-maker is to concretize abstract concepts. When new concepts and ideas emerge, many cannot imagine or see them clearly, feeling that there are too many uncertainties and not knowing how to discern and analyse them. If you can see the direction of progress in the midst of ambiguity, you will reap success that you never imagined. When Jack Ma created Alibaba more than a decade ago, no one believed in him. Everyone said he was a liar and a madman. However, Alibaba has now become one of the world's leading Internet companies. Taobao and Alipay have completely changed people's lifestyles, penetrating every corner of their lives. If those who rejected Jack Ma at the time could have seen the enormous potential of the Internet, their lives might have been rewritten.
- Inherit More
Seven Key Qualities of Success
Many often fall into the mistaken belief that doing something well means creating everything from scratch. In fact, true innovation does not require being unconventional and rejecting all previous experience. Learning to inherit is a crucial quality. When others have already done well, we can directly adopt their methods. If you can learn everything that others have done, you are already a remarkable person. New and old are relative concepts. As long as something was previously unknown to you, then what you are now encountering that others have already created is new to you. Inherit it. If, in the process of learning, you have new ideas and innovations, and you can push others' success further, then you are an extraordinary person. The best way to inherit is to read, turning others' knowledge into your own, and learning to create and break through in inheritance.
- Do a Little More
Many believe that what they see with their eyes is the truth. However, relying solely on sight often leads to errors; appearances are not always reality. In our work, we often encounter situations where tasks are not specifically assigned to us. Some will readily take the initiative to do them, while others instinctively avoid them. Many fear taking losses, even in small matters. In fact, if you do well, will you not be accepted? What you do is seen by others, and rewards and punishments are not without cause. Yu Minhong, the founder of New Oriental, shared the story behind his success. When he was in college, he single-handedly fetched water and cleaned the dormitory for everyone. Many might have thought he was foolish and taken advantage of. However, when he started his business and sought help from his classmates, they said that it was his act of fetching water for the dormitory that moved them, and they readily offered their assistance. That is how New Oriental came to be. In your work, do not be afraid of hardship or doing more. If you often proactively do things beyond your job description (positive, reasonable, and correct things), then you are not far from promotion.
- Yearn a Little More
The Bible says: Seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. We must yearn for growth. The more we yearn, the more we receive. We must yearn for change and renewal from the inside out, starting with a change of heart. Man is made in the image of God, and God is a God who does new things. Therefore, we must have the likeness of God in us, becoming people who do new things. Yearn for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, yearn for renewal, and yearn to receive power. Proactive faith will move the hand of God to help us achieve what we desire in our hearts!
Many often lament, "I am not well-educated. There are so many outstanding people in the world. How can success ever come to me?" However, we often see that some people, despite having read many books, still live in poverty and mediocrity, while others who have not received higher education achieve remarkable success. We must understand that a person's success is not necessarily related to how much they have read, but it is directly related to their vision. Therefore, we must constantly be vigilant, constantly exercise our observation skills, and learn to have the sharp eyes of an eagle, so that everything is clear to us. Will success still be difficult?
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