Comments on: What Defines Success? http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:04:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: The Definition of Success « Luna12780's Blog http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-16347 The Definition of Success « Luna12780's Blog Fri, 28 Oct 2011 02:26:52 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-16347 [...] On the basis of these definitions alone, it seems that “success” can be and is defined by both external factors, of which most likely society plays the biggest role, or by the individual themselves. A link to an argument found on how “success” is defined by society and others, as well as a discourse against life coaches is found on J. Erich Smith’s blog; while an opposing argument is made on Sean Ogle’s blog. [...] [...] On the basis of these definitions alone, it seems that “success” can be and is defined by both external factors, of which most likely society plays the biggest role, or by the individual themselves. A link to an argument found on how “success” is defined by society and others, as well as a discourse against life coaches is found on J. Erich Smith’s blog; while an opposing argument is made on Sean Ogle’s blog. [...]

]]> By: 30 Bloggers To Watch In 2010 Who Didn’t Make Jade’s List At Problogger | Serene Journey http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-2190 30 Bloggers To Watch In 2010 Who Didn’t Make Jade’s List At Problogger | Serene Journey Sun, 10 Jan 2010 23:28:19 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-2190 [...] What Defines Success? [...] [...] What Defines Success? [...]

]]> By: Ryan Stephens Marketing » Top 10 Gen Y Blogs: December 2009 http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1642 Ryan Stephens Marketing » Top 10 Gen Y Blogs: December 2009 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 04:29:49 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1642 [...] thing I really appreciate about Sean is that his path isn’t defined by those around him. He defines his own success, and he doesn’t let deterrents slow him down. Case in point: “21 Things I Have Learned [...] [...] thing I really appreciate about Sean is that his path isn’t defined by those around him. He defines his own success, and he doesn’t let deterrents slow him down. Case in point: “21 Things I Have Learned [...]

]]> By: Dan http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1416 Dan Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:38:10 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1416 Sean, I like your positive vibe. But, what about those who hate their job but feel trapped because the pay is so good it helps them pay off their bills. I would love to do what I love to do but it isn't going to pay well enough to pay the bills. Sure, I need to downsize and simplify and am in the process of that, but it isn't as easy as some people say or think. It may take some "unhappy" time to get happy if you know what I mean. Love the site and your perspective though! Sean,

I like your positive vibe. But, what about those who hate their job but feel trapped because the pay is so good it helps them pay off their bills. I would love to do what I love to do but it isn’t going to pay well enough to pay the bills. Sure, I need to downsize and simplify and am in the process of that, but it isn’t as easy as some people say or think. It may take some “unhappy” time to get happy if you know what I mean. Love the site and your perspective though!

]]> By: Walter http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1402 Walter Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:26:18 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1402 Success is about getting through to the experience of failure, criticisms, sadness, despair and hopelessness. Keep and open mind. Success does not mean happiness nor wealth. It is about finding yourself. :-) Success is about getting through to the experience of failure, criticisms, sadness, despair and hopelessness. Keep and open mind. Success does not mean happiness nor wealth. It is about finding yourself. :-)

]]> By: Sean http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1399 Sean Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:54:54 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1399 @Rasheed Thanks for the comment! How have things been going in your world? Still working on Everest in the next few years? @Dayne Couldn't agree more. It is always interesting to see how other people view success, because there can be some pretty dramatic differences. I like the part about little anxiety or stress, I think that is key to my personal happiness! @Diggy I think no matter what your situation, you can get out of it, you just have to have the motivation and positive attitude that is going to get you there! BTW I am looking forward to reading all about your trip with Glen! If I don't talk to you before, have a GREAT time! Sidenote, I think I may have just deleted someones comment by mistake...so if that was yours, then I am sorry! @John Yeah there were a few harsh comments, but frankly, I don't let it bother me. If thats what someone needs to do to feel better about themselves, then I am glad I was able to help them out. But what you said about "success comes to those willing to work" is totally true. Nothing in life is free, and nothing about this lifestyle is easy, but if you want it bad enough, you will get there. @Alan Thanks! I have been enjoying all of the comments as well! @Dan Glad I could provide some inspiration! It really is an important topic though... @Earl "Happiness is simply harder to measure than a salary" That is one of the most true statements I have heard in awhile, and frankly most of our society doesn't see the difference. I am kind of surprised that American's in comparison to those in other parts of the world, do place such a tremendous importance on the amount of money you make, while discounting everything you have to sacrifice to get there... @Rob Thanks man, it was a pretty big deal for me! I have tried to make everything about this blog as authentic as I can. I am not going to try and be something I am not, and I am not going to pretend like I have all the answers. All I can do is keep living my life, and making the best of any situation. If I do that, hopefully the story is interesting enough to follow! @WellHeeled Thanks for coming over! I have a big trip planned in January, come back tomorrow for all of the details :) @Rasheed Thanks for the comment! How have things been going in your world? Still working on Everest in the next few years?

@Dayne Couldn’t agree more. It is always interesting to see how other people view success, because there can be some pretty dramatic differences. I like the part about little anxiety or stress, I think that is key to my personal happiness!

@Diggy I think no matter what your situation, you can get out of it, you just have to have the motivation and positive attitude that is going to get you there! BTW I am looking forward to reading all about your trip with Glen! If I don’t talk to you before, have a GREAT time!

Sidenote, I think I may have just deleted someones comment by mistake…so if that was yours, then I am sorry!

@John Yeah there were a few harsh comments, but frankly, I don’t let it bother me. If thats what someone needs to do to feel better about themselves, then I am glad I was able to help them out. But what you said about “success comes to those willing to work” is totally true. Nothing in life is free, and nothing about this lifestyle is easy, but if you want it bad enough, you will get there.

@Alan Thanks! I have been enjoying all of the comments as well!

@Dan Glad I could provide some inspiration! It really is an important topic though…

@Earl “Happiness is simply harder to measure than a salary” That is one of the most true statements I have heard in awhile, and frankly most of our society doesn’t see the difference. I am kind of surprised that American’s in comparison to those in other parts of the world, do place such a tremendous importance on the amount of money you make, while discounting everything you have to sacrifice to get there…

@Rob Thanks man, it was a pretty big deal for me! I have tried to make everything about this blog as authentic as I can. I am not going to try and be something I am not, and I am not going to pretend like I have all the answers. All I can do is keep living my life, and making the best of any situation. If I do that, hopefully the story is interesting enough to follow!

@WellHeeled Thanks for coming over! I have a big trip planned in January, come back tomorrow for all of the details :)

]]> By: 44 Creative and Adventurous Bloggers You Should Know - Free Pursuits http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1396 44 Creative and Adventurous Bloggers You Should Know - Free Pursuits Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:38:41 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1396 [...] Sean says: “I am just a guy trying to get the most out of life that I possibly can.” Why you should check this blog out: Sean is on a collision course with his ideal lifestyle after leaving his job last month. I can’t wait to see where Sean ends up. Most recent post: What Defines Success? [...] [...] Sean says: “I am just a guy trying to get the most out of life that I possibly can.” Why you should check this blog out: Sean is on a collision course with his ideal lifestyle after leaving his job last month. I can’t wait to see where Sean ends up. Most recent post: What Defines Success? [...]

]]> By: Rasheed Hooda http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1380 Rasheed Hooda Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:46:09 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1380 "Short of winning the lottery, you can’t live out a permanent vacation." A permanent vacation gets very boring very fast. For a life of full of activities you enjoy, with people you care about, you don't need to win a lottery. The fact remains that everyone does whatever they do with one intent and one intent only, to achieve happiness, to BE happy. If you are happy, you are successful, if you're not, then, well, you're NOT successful. Congrats on your success, Sean. Have fun in Thailand while you hook up with a lot of cool people. Rasheed “Short of winning the lottery, you can’t live out a permanent vacation.”

A permanent vacation gets very boring very fast.

For a life of full of activities you enjoy, with people you care about, you don’t need to win a lottery.

The fact remains that everyone does whatever they do with one intent and one intent only, to achieve happiness, to BE happy. If you are happy, you are successful, if you’re not, then, well, you’re NOT successful.

Congrats on your success, Sean. Have fun in Thailand while you hook up with a lot of cool people.

Rasheed

]]> By: Dayne | TheHappySelf.com http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1378 Dayne | TheHappySelf.com Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:14:24 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1378 Sean, awesome post! I loved this! To me, success is not about money...it is about creating a life of freedom with little anxiety and/or stress to match it. Secondly, I want to have a life of creativity. If I can do all those things, I am a success and feel successful. Cheers, Dayne Sean, awesome post! I loved this! To me, success is not about money…it is about creating a life of freedom with little anxiety and/or stress to match it. Secondly, I want to have a life of creativity. If I can do all those things, I am a success and feel successful.

Cheers,
Dayne

]]> By: Financial Samurai http://www.seanogle.com/headline/what-defines-success/comment-page-1#comment-1375 Financial Samurai Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:55:51 +0000 http://www.seanogle.com/?p=1149#comment-1375 Well done on addressing the peanut gallery. Use criticism to strengthen your resolve. It's what helps push me forward everyday! You may enjoy reading <a href="http://www.financialsamurai.com/2009/10/28/you%E2%80%99re-rejected-how-i-use-rejection-to-motivate-me-every-single-day/" rel="nofollow">"You're Rejected! How I Use Rejection To Motivate Me Every Single Day"</a> Looking forward to hearing your big trip update! Well done on addressing the peanut gallery. Use criticism to strengthen your resolve. It’s what helps push me forward everyday! You may enjoy reading “You’re Rejected! How I Use Rejection To Motivate Me Every Single Day”

Looking forward to hearing your big trip update!

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