Success Is A Choice Ch 7

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What is the primary benefit of consistent practice according to successful individuals?

It enhances creativity in play.

It allows for instinctive performance.

It sharpens talent and skills. (correct)

It eliminates the need for talent.

According to Tom Mullins, what two areas did national champion coaches highlight as key to success?

Talent and competition.

Leadership and strategy.

Preparation and practice. (correct)

Team morale and individual skills.

What does practice enable individuals to do?

Avoid competition.

Refine skills and acquire new ones. (correct)

Depend solely on their talent.

Work harder than others.

What was Ed Macauley's message to Bill Bradley regarding practice?

Neglecting practice can result in a disadvantage. Signup and view all the answers

How do successful individuals view practice?

As a necessary and valued discipline. Signup and view all the answers

What does Joe Theismann attribute the difference between his two Super Bowl rings to?

His commitment to excellence Signup and view all the answers

How does Jon Johnston differentiate between success and excellence?

Success compares us to others; excellence measures us against our own potential. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key question to evaluate someone's potential according to the content?

Can they? And Will they? Signup and view all the answers

What happens to unutilized potential over time, as described in the content?

It decreases. Signup and view all the answers

What does Dianne Snedaker suggest regarding personal standards?

Personal standards should be higher than those set by others. Signup and view all the answers

What analogy is used to describe the importance of utilizing potential?

A declining bank balance is similar to wasted potential. Signup and view all the answers

What critical resource does General George Patton often find himself lacking during WWII?

Gasoline Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of consistent practice according to the passage?

It can lead to personal improvement over time. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Taxicab Principle illustrate in the context of practice?

It is essential to know the price of success before committing. Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, what is a critical component of excellence as stated by Aristotle?

Regular practice and habit formation. Signup and view all the answers

What role does a good teacher or coach play in effective practice?

To inspire and tailor instruction to individual needs. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'little things well' imply regarding practice?

Small successes lead to larger victories. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about discipline in practice?

Discipline is unrelated to talent or ability. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between small and large gains in practice?

Initial small gains can compound to yield significant results. Signup and view all the answers

What mindset should one adopt to make practice less negative according to the passage?

Consider it an opportunity for discovery and growth. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Practice for Success

Consistent practice leads to consistent performance, sharpening talent.
Successful individuals consistently go above and beyond expectations.

The Power of Practice

Talent is not solely inborn; practice is essential for reaching potential.
Successful coaches and leaders stress the preparation and practices of teams.
Preparation positions talent, while practice sharpens it.

Three Key Aspects of Practice

1. Practice Enables Development

Growth and development occur through practice.
Practice refines existing skills and builds new ones. This drive moves us from where we are to where we should be.
Consistent practice leads to personal improvement. Lack of practice wastes potential.

2. Practice Leads to Discovery

Practice can reveal personal strengths and weaknesses.
Continuous practice helps to improve one's performance.
Small, consistent improvements accumulate and compound.
Reaching a higher level requires sacrifice and dedication.

3. Practice Demands Discipline

Practice requires discipline and mental fortitude, not just physical effort.
Developing discipline is a personal choice, not based on talent.
Practice builds a winning mindset and separates those who practice from those that don't.
Excellence is a learned habit, not an inherent trait.

The Five Pillars of Practice

1. An Excellent Teacher or Coach

Leadership is crucial in effective practice.
Effective coaches inspire and tailor their instruction to individual learning styles (visual, verbal, kinesthetic).

2. Your Best Effort

Improvement and reaching potential require effort and a dedication to excellence.
Giving one's best in practice is essential for improvement.

3. A Clear Purpose

Practice should focus on improvement and excellence rather than just success.
Excellence is a measurement against our potential, not external comparisons.
Have a specific goal for each practice session.

4. Your Greatest Potential

Equal practice does not always lead to equal results.
Potential is a valuable asset that can be wasted if unused.
Set high standards for your greatest potential, exceeding what others expect.
Identify your greatest potential to invest in it.

5. The Right Resources

Resources are necessary tools needed to achieve purpose during practice.
Resources are needed for good practice.

Mastering Practice for Success: Extra Effort, Time, Help, and Change

Success in practice involves going above and beyond the required.
Successful people practice harder and longer than others.
Success from excellent practice comes from being open to change.
Persistent effort and patience are needed towards betterment.
Seeking help and learning from others is beneficial for success.
Change is a tool for moving ahead in all aspects.

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Explore the significance of consistent practice in achieving personal growth and success. This quiz highlights how practice not only sharpens talent but also leads to self-discovery and improvement. Test your understanding of the principles that underpin effective practice.