Have you ever wondered why some people succeed where others have failed, despite similar abilities? What is it that separates the great from the good? Why is it that some people realize their potential and some don’t?
Research consistently proves the difference is not down to natural talent or intelligence. Intelligence only accounts for around 30% of achievement. So what is even more important than natural talent or intelligence? It’s mental toughness. It’s how we use what we have, in the face of challenging, stressful and pressured environments.
Mental toughness explains up to 25% of the variation in performance in individuals. That’s a huge competitive advantage in the world of business.
Research conducted worldwide has proven that mentally tough people:
- have a more positive attitude to their work and to finding solutions – a ‘can do’ approach.
- are better able to cope with the inevitable stress and challenges of life and are less prone to feeling bullied – they take less time off work.
- are more ambitious and set more challenging targets for themselves and that they have a greater willingness to pursue these – they are more determined to succeed.
- have a calmer and less stressful response to organizational change and are more prepared to take and manage risk.
- give and achieve more.
Use the MTQ48 assessment:
- For leadership coaching and development
- With your change leaders
- To understand the strengths and weaknesses of business-critical teams
- With your emerging and future talent
- As part of a balanced selection & assessment process
