Human Capital -- Making You the Most Competitive Person

Author: [Korean] Cho Gwan-Il
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: We feel fear and anxiety due to the various problems we encounter; seeing the continuous success of those around us intensifies our sense of competition and unease; in an ever-changing information society, the rapid pace of social development leaves us overwhelmed. Stop waiting idly; stop blaming the circumstances; stop futilely trying to hinder this trend. The only viable solution is to continuously improve yourself, increase your life capital, become a competent individual, and achieve your own success! This book proposes five principles for career professionals to successfully engage in self-motivation.
1. Once you start, see it through. Self-motivation is not just an idea; it must be acted upon to achieve success. You can begin in your preferred field or a field related to your work. Without action, success is impossible solely through imagination.
2. Start with a vision, but don’t aimlessly pursue self-motivation—it’s like setting sail without a compass to discover new lands. Ask yourself constantly: What is my goal? What is my dream?
3. Endure pain. Those with a clear purpose often have unwavering willpower, sometimes advancing toward their goals with a "death-defying" attitude. Strive relentlessly until you achieve your objective. The saying, "The dog in the study will learn the ways of the world in three years," is a true reflection.
4. Relationships are wealth. How you interact with others and manage relationships is a critical factor in your success or failure. Wise people never miss an opportunity before them—remember, "opportunity knocks but once."
5. Up, up, and up—no tree grows taller without effort. When you abandon your dreams and stagnate, your life will decline. Strive with unwavering determination. Up, up, and up— yourself through continuous effort.
The author of this book is the renowned Dr. Cho Gwan-Il from South Korea. His fame stems from his own journey—he is a living example of success achieved through relentless self-motivation. Without his efforts in self-improvement, his life might have been just that of an ordinary employee. His unique ability to transcend his circumstances, his decisive actions to break free, and his eventual success are deeply inspiring for ordinary workers who are dissatisfied with their current situation and seek change.
We feel fear and anxiety due to the various problems we encounter; seeing the continuous success of those around us intensifies our sense of competition and unease; in an ever-changing information society, the rapid pace of social development leaves us overwhelmed. Stop waiting idly; stop blaming the circumstances; stop futilely trying to hinder this trend. The only viable solution is to continuously improve yourself, increase your life capital, become a competent individual, and achieve your own success! This book proposes five principles for career professionals to successfully engage in self-motivation.
1. Once you start, see it through. Self-motivation is not just an idea; it must be acted upon to achieve success. You can begin in your preferred field or a field related to your work. Without action, success is impossible solely through imagination.
2. Start with a vision, but don’t aimlessly pursue self-motivation—it’s like setting sail without a compass to discover new lands. Ask yourself constantly: What is my goal? What is my dream?
3. Endure pain. Those with a clear purpose often have unwavering willpower, sometimes advancing toward their goals with a "death-defying" attitude. Strive relentlessly until you achieve your objective. The saying, "The dog in the study will learn the ways of the world in three years," is a true reflection.
4. Relationships are wealth. How you interact with others and manage relationships is a critical factor in your success or failure. Wise people never miss an opportunity before them—remember, "opportunity knocks but once."
5. Up, up, and up—no tree grows taller without effort. When you abandon your dreams and stagnate, your life will decline. Strive with unwavering determination. Up, up, and up— yourself through continuous effort.
The author of this book is the renowned Dr. Cho Gwan-Il from South Korea. His fame stems from his own journey—he is a living example of success achieved through relentless self-motivation. Without his efforts in self-improvement, his life might have been just that of an ordinary employee. His unique ability to transcend his circumstances, his decisive actions to break free, and his eventual success are deeply inspiring for ordinary workers who are dissatisfied with their current situation and seek change.
Table of Contents:
1. Why Self-Motivation?
- Don’t compare your mountain with others’ peaks; don’t excessively envy other jobs
- Once chosen, dig only one well
- Embrace the present; focus on your current role
2. My Journey to Self-Motivation Success
- Finding the "breakthrough" for self-motivation
- Taking on the challenge of becoming a landscape designer
- Becoming an expert in service problems
- The power of a single book
- Try writing this book yourself
- Successfully landing in Seoul
- Becoming a "domestically renowned figure" overnight
- Adding to your expertise as an expert in women’s issues
- Overcoming the boundaries of education and profession
- Proposing the theory of "Human-Tech"
- My history with inventions
- Honors and constraints
- Turning disadvantages into advantages
- Successfully launching a TV lecture
- The 1·2·3·4·5 lecture method
- The significance of writing
- Returning home in glory and contributing
- The long and winding road ahead
3. Arm Yourself with Dreams and Hope
- Only effort leads to ultimate victory
- Maintain a youthful mindset
- Begin with spiritual self-motivation
4. Are You Wasting Your Life?
- CHECK (Check)! Examples worth celebrating
- Wasting life is a sin
- CHECK (Check)! The 10 biggest events in your career life so far
- Don’t let relationships waste your life
- Start designing your second life
- It’s never too late to mend
5. Areas to Avoid in Self-Motivation
- Don’t let yourself be left behind
- Don’t neglect your family’s care and love
- Bring happiness to your wife
6. Step Back and See the Bigger Picture
7. Life is Only Once—Walk Your Own Path
8. Make Age Your Competitiveness
9. The Path to Self-Motivation