For a long time, I believed the opposite of success was failure. If you are not successful, then you failed.
But then I heard Randy Gage share something that changed my perspective. He said the opposite of success is not failure. It is mediocrity.
Why Failure Is Part of Success
That idea made sense to me. Failure is not separate from success. It is part of the same journey. Every successful person has failed many times.
I know this from experience. I launched businesses that did not grow. I built websites that went nowhere. I had relationships that broke down. Each failure gave me lessons that shaped the success I have today.
The real danger is not failure. It is staying stuck in mediocrity, where you stop trying and accept average.
Living 360º Success
For me, success is not only about money or achievements. It is about balance across every area of life. I call this 360º success.
Today, I have Outsourcing Angel, which gives me the freedom to run a business I love with a supportive team. I have time for my family. I focus on my health. I create space for meaningful relationships and life experiences. That is success to me.
Practical Tips to Avoid Mediocrity
- See failure as feedback, not the end.
- Fear mediocrity more than failing.
- Protect your time and energy for what matters most.
- Keep learning from every setback.
- Define success your way, not by someone else’s standard.
Check Your Own 360º Success
Success without fulfilment can feel empty. Many people chase money and still feel like something is missing. True happiness comes when you fill all the buckets of your life, not just one.
Take my 360º Success Quiz to see where you are right now. You will uncover how you are doing across five key areas:
- Empowered Connection
- Business Freedom
- Self-Mastery
- Family Balance
- Life Experiences
You will also receive a personalised scorecard with clear steps to grow in the areas that matter most.
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