SAY NO TO MEDIOCRITY!
April 5, 2021
SAY NO TO MEDIOCRITY!
A few days ago, a professional videographer and editor sent me a message on LinkedIn.
He had noticed a part of my video that I do so excellently well and he's been struggling to do the same for his clients.
In his message, he asked about the software I use and the secret of my excellence in that area.
When I got the email, I ran to my wife and told her about it. I couldn't believe it.
I was stunned that someone with over 10 years of experience in the industry will ask a hobbyist like me such a question.
I proceeded to share my secret with him and he was very thankful.
Why am I sharing this with you?
I want you to be excellent at anything you do!
Reject the lure of mediocrity like it's a plague!
Even if it's not your calling, the fact that you have to do it, give your all.
Even if you’re at a job you don't like, or a job that is temporary, give your best!
I have a personal value - it's either I'm in or not! I can't be in and be mediocre.
This is why I say No to a lot of things and a lot of people. The moment I can project I won't be able to give my best and be excellent, I am out!
I am not perfect but this is my watchword.
When people see you or your works, let them associate you with Excellence.
Always remember this, excellence makes you unforgettable, valuable, and sought-after.
I believe in you.
- Dr. Samuel Ekundayo | The Purpose Preacher
Picture an eagle in a cage. No matter how beautiful the cage is, the eagle was not designed to live in a cage. It was designed to soar on the highest heights and mountains with courage and flair. No matter the lure of the cage, it can never surpass the freedom of the eagle soaring in all expanse of the skies in all of its glories and strength. Like the eagle trapped, too many brilliant, gifted, called individuals are trapped in the cage of careers they were not designed for. They can never command their true worth and value, they can only eat the crumbs they are being fed by their captors. The lure of salaries and pennies that will never satisfy keeps them in such cages. They would rather remain in the rat race than take the risks for their freedom and glory. The Bible says, "If the Son (Jesus) sets you free, you will be free indeed." - John 8:36 As a child of God, you can break free! You were not designed to be caged! Any job that does not give you the freedom to express your gifts, talents and calling is a cage. One of the biggest graveyards of purpose I see is this graveyard of unfulfilling careers. People get jobs only for the sake of earning, rather than fulfilling their life's calling and pursuing what matters to them. But here's the truth: The careers you were not designed for will not satisfy you. They will leave you with voids and emptiness. At the end of your career, you would lack true legacy, influence and impact. Your time to break free is now. I believe in you. Dr Samuel Ekundayo
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