When the Door of Opportunity Opens

Anybody can achieve anything ? do you believe that? I do. But there is a caveat that must be made. Those who succeed are those who walk through the door of opportunity when it swings open. That we know. But what is the secret to getting through the door of opportunity?

Being outside the door when it swings open.

As the story goes, Frank Sinatra got his big break while working as a waiter. One day, as he was waiting tables, who does he see sitting in the restaurant, but one of the biggest names in the music industry. Old Blue Eyes did the unbelievable: He cleared off a table next to the gentleman and got up on it and sang! He knew he was done at the restaurant for doing so, but how many times would this door of opportunity open up? Needless to say, the rest is history.

You may remember my article about the stagehand for Kenny G who one day was in the auditorium with Kenny, just the two of them, when he started to play every song for him on the piano that was set up. Kenny didn't even know the guy could play the piano. Guess who is now the lead keyboardist for Kenny G? You got it!

You see, you never know when the door of opportunity is going to open wide. For some, the big break comes early in life and for others later on. But for all of those who become successful, there is one key similarity: They were ready. And for every one of those who were ready, there were thousands more who weren't.

So, the principle for us is: Be ready!

Are you ready? Here are some thoughts for you to consider. Are your skills as sharp as they could be? Are they enough so when your shot comes you can perform?

Is your character deep enough to handle success? Let's face it; you don't want big success if your character won't be able to handle it.

Are you working hard to position yourself now? The job to do while waiting for the door to open is to develop your skills and your character, so as to position yourself to get through that door before it closes.

Your door will open someday. It opens for everyone. It may only open once or it may open many times. It is different for everyone and life just isn't fair that way. But everybody gets a shot. Will you be ready?

When that huge door of opportunity opens up, will you be able to walk boldly through it?

Do everything you can to be ready. Don't just sit and wish and dream. Be proactive and make sure that you are the most qualified when the door opens. Make sure that you are the hardest worker. Make sure you are the closest to the door.

When it opens ? Be Ready!

Shhh. Do you hear that? Hinges creaking! It is the sound of the door opening. Your door of opportunity! Are you ready?

About The Author:

Chris Widener is a popular speaker and writer as well as the President of Made for Success, a company helping individuals and organizations turn their potential into performance, succeed in every area of their lives and achieve their dreams.

To see Chris "live" at the upcoming Jim Rohn Weekend Event as he speaks on the subject of Secrets of Influence go to http://Chris-Widener.InspiresYOU.com/ or call 800-929-0434.

---

A Resolution for Excellence

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not... Read More

Glass Half Full

YES MY GLASS IS ALWAYS HALF FULL AND YOURS CAN... Read More

Maintaining Your Motivation

I recently spoke to a group of sales professionals at... Read More

Anxiety & Panic ? Make Your Information Work for You

Whether you suffer from anxiety and panic attacks or not,... Read More

Get Started! Do Something!

This is about getting started. Taking that first step. It... Read More

What are You Waiting for?

Do it now! Whatever it is you have been putting... Read More

Within You Lies All You Need

Within is the person we really are. Within lies our... Read More

The Answer Is The Question ... Asking The Right Questions!

We all have questions about our lives, directions, and destinies.... Read More

Facing Our Fears

'You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in... Read More

We Are Trying To...

How many times have you heard this in your life?... Read More

Planting Seeds of Action

Recently, I was driving past a local nursery and saw... Read More

Seven Aspects of Making Brilliant Decisions: The Relationship Between Work and Self

Workweek: an opportunity for discovering and shaping; the place where... Read More

Life Doesnt Have A Sell By Date

Or does it?Best on or before?.. Nearly everything we touch... Read More

The Solutions to Lifes 10 Biggest Problems!

Every day clients tell me about their problems, often in... Read More

My Backyard Recipe for Creating an Abundant Life

There's a party going on in my backyard. Just beyond... Read More

Journaling - A Tool for Healing and Growth

The word "journal" comes from the French. It dates back... Read More

How To Be Motivated To Create The Life Of Your Dreams

When it comes to motivating yourself to be a better... Read More

Why Do Flowers Inspire Me So Much?

I grew up in a very cold climate where winter... Read More

12 Powerful Motivational Tools That Guarantee Success

No matter how many years you spend in a classroom... Read More

Motivation: No Finish LInes

There is a saying that goes something like "getting to... Read More

Employee Motivation Checklist - Ten Measures of Success

In the form of a simple easy to use checklist,... Read More

Moving Beyond Your Comfort Zone

Many professionals have attained a high level of competence in... Read More

No Regrets

MY FOUR-MINUTE DANCING CAREERA few years ago, I decided to... Read More

Mr. Smith, Please Enter the Dream Room - Dream Big Dreams to Do Big Things!

Enjoy a great quote to start off this fantastic week!"All... Read More

Keeping Your Eyes Wide Open: A Letter to a Grandson

One day, a young man was cleaning out his late... Read More

Discover the Hidden Power of Self Motivation

Many studies have been done to research the effects of... Read More

How to Become an Effective Self-Help User

"Know Yourself" That's what the big guy said way back... Read More

Speed Reading Technique

Four Brilliant Tips to Speed Read Faster than EverMany people,... Read More

Get Off Your Butt and Create Your Financial Future?Now!

Most people have no idea where their money goes. They... Read More

ACTION is More Important than Knowledge!

It was Albert Einstein who stated that 'imagination is more... Read More

How to Stay Motivated - Part 1

As a "Motivation Trainer" for over 20 years, I have... Read More

Motivation: Good Luck or Bad Luck, Too Soon to Tell

As the story goes, there was once a farmer and... Read More

Lazy? Or Right on Schedule

Q. I've been working on a big project for a... Read More