The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra. –Jimmy Johnson
Who doesn’t wish to be extraordinary. Everyone wishes to be. Am I right? But are putting in that “extra” to become extraordinary? The journey to extraordinary isn’t covered in one single giant leap. The journey is made many intentional small steps and these are the steps that sets you apart from the masses. It’s like when a race starts, 10 people and almost all complete/finish the race. However there’s only one winner and that winner has probably won the race by few seconds only. Possibly that winner put in some “little extra” effort to be winner.
That “little extra” might mean staying focused a bit longer, practicing one more time, or offering just a bit more care and thought. It’s the small actions, repeated consistently, that transform good into great and ordinary into extraordinary.
Think of the people you admire—athletes, artists, entrepreneurs—they don’t just meet expectations; they exceed them. And trust me these people do not have any magic wand. It’s their commitment to stretch beyond their self-imposed limits and go above and beyond, even when no one’s watching. And that is what sets them apart.
The best part? Anyone can do it. You don’t need to reinvent the wheel—just make small, meaningful choices every day to improve. Over time, those little extras add up in ways you’d never expect. So, the next time you feel like stopping at “good enough,” ask yourself: what would happen if I gave just a little more? That could be the moment that transforms your life.
Empowering Tip: Push beyond “good enough” to stand out.
