The Power of being Consistent

"Success isn't always about greatness. It's about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come." - Dwayne Johnson

You know how you may have applied a principle in your life but never thought it was a big deal. Recently, I started reflecting on how consistent I am and how successful I have been in areas of my life where I am consistent. Before I launched my blog six months ago, I researched what the most significant character trait of a successful blogger was. From all my readings, being consistent was repeated over and over again. I took this advice to heart and planned to apply it as I went through my blogging journey.
 
In this post, I will share some definitions of consistency, the benefits when applied, and tips I have gathered in my personal and professional life about being consistent.
 
What does it mean to be consistent?

• someone who achieves the same level of success in something (Source: Collin's Dictionary)
• holding always to the same principles or practice (Source: Collin's Dictionary)
• continuing or developing steadily in the same way (Source: Macmillan Dictionary)
• the ability to remain the same in behavior, attitudes, or qualities  (Source: Macmillan Dictionary)

What are the advantages of being consistent?
When you are consistent the following is true:

• People know what to expect from you.
  
• You deliver high-quality results.
  
• You are efficient and have better results.
  
• You can measure success and progress easier.
  
• You identify areas of improvement quicker.
  
• You are more successful in achieving your goals.
  

 
5 Areas you should be consistent
It pays to be consistent in the following areas:
 
Your Personal brand
Your reputation is your biggest asset. Being consistent in how you present yourself in person or online is very important. People may not always get the opportunity to meet you in person first, so it is crucial that you present yourself the same way across all platforms.
Questions to consider

• How do you present yourself in person and on social media?
• Are you consistent with your personal brand?

Your Finances
The proven way to achieve your financial goals is to be consistent. All good financial practices such as budgeting, saving and investing require consistency. You need to commit to doing things over and over again to reap the long-term benefits.
Questions to consider

• Do you save, budget and invest regularly?
• Do you make financial decisions that match your goals?

Your Relationships
To be well-balanced and happy individuals, we need to have healthy relationships. As with all good things, we need to invest in our relationships to gain the benefits they bring. Value your relationships and be consistent in maintaining relationships.
Questions to consider

• Are you a good friend?
• How can you be more consistent in your relationships?

Your Professional life
Be consistent in building a track record of success in your professional life. Your work outputs should have consistent quality. As the outcomes of our work are what people in our professional lives care about the most, it is essential for them to be right. When you work for yourself or own your own business, the need to be consistent is amplified even more.
Questions to consider

• Do you deliver high-quality professional outputs consistently?
• Are you consistent in your business?

Your Personal development
Consistently evaluating your progress and areas of improvement is required to be your best self. Prioritizing your self-development and taking the necessary steps to be where you want to be is a significant commitment to yourself.
Questions to consider

• Do you consistently invest in your personal growth?
• How can you make personal development a priority?

Final Thoughts

• What areas do you need to be more consistent in? Identify them and start being consistent today.
• Consistency and growth go hand in hand. Striving to be more consistent will help you improve and grow.
• Having a mindset of being consistent will increase your value as a team member.

Great Resources

• How to be consistent: 5 steps to get things done, all the time
• 3 Proven Ways to Stay Consistent, Meet your Goals and Realize Your Dreams
• Consistency in Action: Is It the Hidden Driver for Success?
• How to Be Outrageously Consistent | 7 Tips to Be Consistently Consistent
• Consistency: How to be Consistent in Your Life
• 5 Steps for Being Consistent
• Why Consistency Is Vital To Your Life
• Being Consistent