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Decision: The Mastery over Procrastination Think and Grow Rich Chapter 8
In this chapter of Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill tackles a problem that plagues many individuals striving for success: Procrastination.
Hill argues that the ability to make decisions promptly and to stick to them is one of the most crucial traits of successful individuals.Hill writes,
“Procrastination, is the opposite of decision and is a common enemy that practically every man must conquer”.
Let’s delve into how mastering the art of decision-making can enhance your chances of success and eliminate procrastination from your life.
The Importance of Quick Decision-Making
Hill’s research, based on interviews with over 25,000 men and women, revealed a common trait among successful people: Decisiveness.
“Successful people reach decisions promptly and change them, if at all, very slowly. Unsuccessful people, without exception, reach decisions very slowly and change them frequently and quickly”.
This distinction highlights the importance of being able to make decisions quickly and confidently, without second-guessing yourself.
