Terry Green @Terry_Green_TX - Twitter Profile

Nick Saban said, "You try to avoid complacency. When you have success, people think I’m supposed to get some time off. They start to resent the hard work. They start to question some of the principles and values that helped them become successful." Complacency erodes your discipline. Success hinges on consistently doing the work, while complacency lacks enthusiasm and is full of indifference. Complacency affects your attitude and your actions. Just because you've had success before doesn't mean you're entitled to it in the future. How to Get Rid of the Complacency Bug: 1. Focus Determines Direction: Begin by adjusting where you place your attention. Focus on your goals, growth, and improvement to steer you clear of complacency. Remember, your focus sets the direction for your actions and attitude. 2. Set and Adhere to Standards: Establish clear standards for yourself and your team. Hold to them and commit to maintaining them. Upholding these standards is crucial because it's going to prevent you frame that "slide down" from success. It's about consistency in your quality of work and behavior. 3. Be Proactive in Seeking Improvement: Bring t a growth-mindset to everything that you do. Always look for ways to enhance your skills, knowledge, and processes. Proactivity is the antidote to complacency because it keeps you engaged, curious, and evolving. 4. Have a Detail-Oriented Approach: Small details can make big differences. Often, complacency is rooted in overlooking the small things. By focusing on the finer points, you ensure thoroughness and prevent mistakes that can arise from a lackadaisical attitude. 5. Call it Out: When you notice complacency, either in yourself or others, address it immediately. Eliminate it before it grows. Acknowledging and tackling it promotes a culture of continuous effort and awareness.