The Most Powerful Business Philosophy

I'd like to share with you today a statement that is foundation for the greatest business philosophy I've ever heard. It is a powerful concept with a message that has withstood the test of time. This is the statement: "Anything is possible if you don't care who gets the credit." Think about this for a moment and I think you will begin to agree with its inherent, undeniable strength.

Over the years I've seen hundreds and perhaps thousands of people sabotage themselves and their companies because of their need to be admired and appreciated.

Of course, there's nothing wrong with a little appreciation provided that you've earned it, but I'm more concerned with the applause having more meaning than the actual deed. When that occurs, the deed becomes secondary, its meaning is diluted to insignificant levels, and no one wins except, perhaps, for those who are satisfied with a few fleeting seconds of fame.

Even more devastating is what happens when an act is perceived by others to have been done only for personal gain. If others believe that you did something only because of the recognition it would bring, you might as well not have done it at all. Your effort was of little consequence.
Let's examine the powerful concept embodied in my opening statement: "Anything is possible if you don't care who gets the credit."

In order to live up to this philosophy, a person must be inherently selfless, something that cannot be faked. Selflessness is a quality that comes from life experiences. If comes from your heart. It as a genuine wanting to serve and help others even when you know that you may never get any credit for it.

If along life's way you've witnessed and been part of an abundance of fairness, you'll be prone to fairness. On the other hand, if you've had to struggle in order to retain for yourself even a tiny morsel of recognition for your efforts, it is very likely that you won't understand selflessness. Because selflessness is something that must be learned.

You can begin to recognize the power of selflessness when you adopt the philosophy: "Anything is possible if you don't care who gets the credit." When you do, good things will begin to happen. If you truly understand and apply this principle, your company will have all the customers it needs, you will have all the profits you want, and your employees can have all the credit they crave and deserve for their efforts.