29 January, 2015
Contrary to what some people might think, children aren't born achievers. They don’t automatically have the urge to achieve. Children become achievers.
You can encourage them to work hard and set goals. But making teens obey and conform won’t make them achievers.
Forced habits don’t strongly motivate people to do a good job and strive to reach for the stars. What does motivate them? Young people are motivated to achieve when their parents:
1. Enjoy them.
2. Love them.
3. Encourage them.
4. Spend time with them.
5. Praise their efforts.
6. Give them freedom to experiment.
7. Show patience with their mistakes.
8. Set essential limits that will provide safety.
9. Establish routines needed for living with others.
10. Convey high expectations for them.
Source: Eric W. Johnson, Raising Children To Achieve: A Guide for Motivating Success in School and in Life, Walker Publishing Co.
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