Adding value to yourself is more important than just merely adding time to your work. 

We frequently remind ourselves that time is invaluable and dear. There is nothing more valuable than time. Realise its value. Right?

What if I were to tell you that there is something even more significant than time? Are you curious to uncover what that might be?

It’s your own value. Yes, you read it right, it’s your own value. 

Let me illustrate: don’t we all have the same 24 hours in a day? It’s true! But why is it that some people thrive while others still lament they don’t have enough time?

Look at any renowned individual or those around you who have achieved great success despite allocating the same number of hours each day. 

If you take a closer look at any organization, you would see a variety of roles from managerial to supervising to staff positions and salaries that are commensurate with the job title. Despite the differences in wages, they all perform the same hours between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Can’t they recognize that, since they both put in the same amount of working hours, they should be compensated equally? We’re all aware of our rankings in the company, after all. Those in higher positions are able to demonstrate how they add value and slowly climb the ranks. Correct?

Take sales personnel to any part of the world. The more sales they make, the higher their incentives in terms of profits. Even though they are employed in the same company, peddling the same brand, and investing an equal number of hours, why do they receive varied salaries? What could be the explanation for this?

The answer to this is quite straightforward. Carefully contemplate this phrase: “Those who are in a constant process of self-improvement will advance quickly.” Everyone involved, be it staff, supervisors, executives, or salespeople, make more money in accordance to their worth, instead of the number of hours they spend working.

The same can be said of corporate ownership. Numerous companies offer the same products and services, but not all of them can find success. It’s easy to see why — businesses that focus on increasing the value of their venture are more apt to succeed than those whose priority is bolstering their profits.

The investment you make in yourself is just as important, if not more, than how wisely you manage your hours. If a cab driver desires, he can create a successful taxi business just by investing in himself first and then putting in five hours behind the wheel each day. 

If you come across any type of creative individual, such as a singer, musician, painter, writer or dancer, you will notice that they are guided mainly by their values. For this group of people, honing their talents comes before making money, and their main focus is to gain skills, intelligence and insight.

When we look at cricket in the sports arena, all the players are presented with the same conditions – same pitch, same overs, etc. Nonetheless, some standout with their performance. That is because they have put in work to better their skills and values. Those who placed more effort into their personal improvements generally do better.

Focus on boosting your self-worth. Check out books that fits your liking. Expand your awareness. Make a concerted effort each day. Devote attention to bettering humanity, cultivating a positive state of mind and increasing your value. Accomplish all that you can to improve yourself. Place a higher emphasis on self-development. 

For achieving limitless accomplishments in life, adding value to yourself is more important than just merely adding time to your work.