Yesterday, I asked one of the Directors in our company what they were most proud of when it came to their career and their achievements. I found it enlightening to see that this Director did not boast about their own triumphs and accolades yet; instead, they focused on the success of others.
In this individual’s own words, she said, “One of the most fulfilling aspects of being a manager is witnessing the progress and achievements of your team members. Seeing those individuals I have hired and mentored excel in their work over the past years is gratifying. There have been countless moments where I have felt immense pride just watching the success of my team members. These moments, to me as a manager, serve as powerful reminders of the impact we have on our team's growth and success.”
When you think about your life’s purpose, you know that you are on the right track when you become most proud of your influence on others and share in the experience of their success. Being a winner is “less” about oneself and “more” about others.