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18 key learnings from Robin Sharma’s 101 short lessons for making good work and life even better.
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18 key learnings from Robin Sharma’s collection of short lessons on excellence at work and in life, grouped by theme. Each takes about 40 seconds to read. Swipe, use the arrows, or your keyboard.
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Learning 1 · Excellence
Good Is Not Enough
The idea
Sharma argues that most people settle for good. Greatness comes from raising your standards in small ways every day.
In real life
A consultant who goes beyond the brief on every deliverable stands out.
Takeaway
Raise your personal standard a notch.
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Learning 2 · Excellence
Own Your Results
The idea
Stop blaming circumstances or others. Taking ownership is the starting point of greatness.
In real life
Owning a missed deadline and fixing the process, rather than blaming a colleague.
Takeaway
Take responsibility for your results.
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Learning 3 · Excellence
Drop the Excuses
The idea
Excuses protect us from discomfort but keep us stuck. Notice them and stop believing them.
In real life
“I don't have time” often means “it's not a priority.”
Takeaway
Swap excuses for honest priorities.
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Learning 4 · Focus
Focus on What Matters
The idea
Busyness isn't productivity. Spend your best hours on the few activities that create the most value.
In real life
Blocking the morning for your most important project before opening email.
Takeaway
Do your most important work first.
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Learning 5 · Focus
Protect Your Mornings
The idea
Early hours are the most peaceful and productive. Use them for thinking, planning and growth.
In real life
An hour of planning and learning before the workday begins.
Takeaway
Own your mornings.
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Learning 6 · Craft
Be World-Class at Your Craft
The idea
Whatever your role, aim to be the best at it. Mastery brings both success and satisfaction.
In real life
A finance professional who deeply masters their system becomes indispensable.
Takeaway
Commit to mastery in your field.
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Learning 7 · Craft
Small Improvements Compound
The idea
Daily small gains add up to extraordinary results over time.
In real life
Learning one new skill each month for a year.
Takeaway
Get a little better every day.
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Learning 8 · Courage
Do What Scares You
The idea
Growth lies on the other side of fear. Doing what frightens you expands what you can do.
In real life
Volunteering to lead a client workshop despite nerves.
Takeaway
Do one thing that scares you each week.
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Learning 9 · Courage
Failure Is Feedback
The idea
Setbacks show you what to do differently. Greatness requires the courage to risk failing.
In real life
A rejected proposal reveals what clients really value.
Takeaway
Treat failure as information.
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Learning 10 · Energy
Manage Your Energy
The idea
Physical health fuels great work. Sleep, exercise and good food are part of performance.
In real life
Regular exercise improves focus during long workdays.
Takeaway
Look after your body as you would a key asset.
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Learning 11 · Growth
Learn Constantly
The idea
Leaders are learners. Reading, courses and mentors keep you growing.
In real life
Listening to educational audio during a commute.
Takeaway
Invest in learning every day.
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Learning 12 · Relationships
Surround Yourself with Great People
The idea
The people you spend time with shape your standards and thinking.
In real life
Joining a professional community of high performers.
Takeaway
Spend time with people who raise your game.
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Learning 13 · Relationships
Treat People Well
The idea
How you treat people, customers, colleagues and family, defines your greatness.
In real life
Remembering colleagues' names and thanking them sincerely.
Takeaway
Be generous with respect and appreciation.
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Learning 14 · Excellence
Under-Promise, Over-Deliver
The idea
Delight people by exceeding expectations rather than over-promising.
In real life
Delivering a report a day early with an extra insight.
Takeaway
Exceed expectations whenever you can.
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Learning 15 · Reflection
Make Time to Reflect
The idea
Regular reflection helps you learn from experience and adjust course.
In real life
A weekly review of wins, lessons and priorities.
Takeaway
Schedule time to think about your life.
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Learning 16 · Character
Keep Your Promises
The idea
Integrity builds trust. Keep commitments, including small ones.
In real life
Arriving on time to every meeting you set.
Takeaway
Do what you say you'll do.
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Learning 17 · Life
Enjoy the Journey
The idea
Success means little if you don't enjoy getting there. Celebrate progress along the way.
In real life
Marking small wins with your team.
Takeaway
Celebrate progress, not just results.
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Learning 18 · Legacy
Leave a Legacy
The idea
Greatness ultimately means making a positive difference to others that outlasts you.
In real life
Mentoring juniors who carry your lessons forward.
Takeaway
Think about the difference you'll leave behind.
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All 18 learnings complete
That’s all 18 learnings.
Greatness is built in small daily choices. What will you do a little better today?
Abhay Kumar JaiswalFCA · PMP® · Workday Financeabhayjaiswal.com
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