The Charles Schultz Lesson
By Scott OBrien
If you’re like me, you probably asked yourself “I wonder what kinda person am I? Am I a good person? What do other people think about me? Am I a caring person? Have I inspired anyone? Am I a good dad?” You know what I mean right? We all ask ourselves those questions right? What I’m getting at . . .
We all have some ideas about who we are and what we stand for, wouldn’t you agree? You are here and I could tell you what kind of person I think I am, but it’s my friends, the people I inspired, the people I love and care about that can paint the real picture of Scott OBrien. Charles Schultz, the creator of the much-loved ‘Peanuts’ cartoon series… wrote an awesome article about famous people you may remember. There is a great lesson in this story and that is why I am honored to share it with YOU!
The following was written by the late Charles Schultz… Enjoy!
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(You don’t actually have to write down your answers to the questions below. Just read it straight through. You’ll get the point.)
“The Charles Schultz Philosophy!”
1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world?
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners?
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America contest?
4. Name any ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prize?
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor?
6. Name the last decade’s World Series winners?
“How did you do?”
The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.
Anatomy of a Prospect’s Mind
Here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one:
1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school?
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
6. Name half a dozen heroes whose stories have inspired you.
“Easier?”
The big lesson:
The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that cared.
Pass this on to those people who have made a difference in your life. And don’t worry about the world coming to an end today. It’s already tomorrow in Australia.
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Written by “Peanuts” Creator, Charles Schultz…The SAME man who couldn’t get a cartoonist job at The Disney Corporation… Some ‘boss’ at Disney told Charles he lacked talent and was not creative.
Key Point: Don’t let others ‘label’ you. Mr. Schultz didn’t. Follow his lead. Follow your heart. Live your life for YOU. People will remember YOU for who YOU are…
This article was originally written by Ed Thorpe, publisher of “The Home Grown Biz Advocate Ezine,” (lazydudepublishing.com) Thank You for this awesome article. I enjoyed it and I hope others do as well!
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