Aaron Hibbard's Influence On Success

Success is often mistaken for expectation thrown upon us by our teachers, parents, or even bosses, when in all reality, success differs from person to person. Success is describes differently by every person who is asked about it, some people aim high and never stop until they reach that place, while other people consider themselves successful in doing something as simple as being a custodian or a restaurant employee. Something that influences my perspective on success is the story of Aaron Hibbard: a man who has worked construction since the day he graduated high school, aside from items where he was in the military as an MP (Military Police), and has made a fantastic name for himself. Some people may not consider having a life like Hibbard’s …show more content…
According to society, success demands one to have a high end car, a big house, and make loads of money every year, despite that people like Hibbard make success stories not out of his yearly salary, house, or car, but rather out of how his name is mentioned highly with respect, and how he has managed to keep his family together and loving one another. For example, when asked about his greatest success, Hibbard didn't mention anything about his job, or any material possessions, he considers his greatest success to be “[his] marriage, because nothing means as much as making a strong family.” This mindset isn't commonly shared in current society, and frankly strong families/relationships hasn’t been a heavy enough focus in modern times, so having an opinion like Hibbard’s is not nearly as encouraged as opinions revolving around money or fame. Alongside his views on the importance of family, Hibbard was asked what he felt pushed him to pursue the things he is most proud of, and nothing material was even …show more content…
Success is a mindset in which one feels as though they have done everything they can to better themselves and help others reach their full potential. By definition, success is the completion of an aim or purpose. Success does not always have to go hand-in-hand with money or power (while to some that is exactly what success it), sometimes it can even be the most minuscule of things, like getting an “A” on a test or getting a job. Success is obtained by working hard and never giving up. As said by Mike Kubic in his article The Elements of Success, “The way to develop the three ‘success’ qualities is through self-discipline and determination.” Qualities such as those mentioned by Kubic can be seen in Hibbard from watching his work ethic on any matter he puts his will