Society and the workplace are changing rapidly, yet most people resist change, settling for the status quo. This inherent inertia leads us to repeat yesterday's life day after day, even as the world moves forward and technology advances. Sleeping through such an era is both terrifying and tragic. While we may not control all changes, we must learn to adapt. Many things eventually become outdated; The key is whether we make them obsolete ourselves or allow others to do it. Once glorious Polaroid was defeated by the rapid rise of digital cameras and filed for bankruptcy in 2001. Many people only complain without striving for improvement, fantasizing about windfalls or hoping for a benefactor, unaware that others' successes are the result of hard work. In fact, the true benefactor is oneself.
Choices determine fate, and mindset determines choices. To change one's life, the first step is to change one's mindset. No one is content with mediocrity, and no one does not desire success. However, most people remain passive, listing excellent plans but rarely acting on them, often making excuses such as lacking a prestigious background, sufficient funds, advanced skills, or a good education. In reality, what is overlooked is the lack of a strong desire for success. To succeed, one must have the determination to say, 'I must...'. With this strong ambition, one can truly practice self-discipline and self-management, pursuing goals with full effort, unshaken by any obstacles. Remember, never make excuses for failure.