Publisher's Synopsis
Elements of Excellence Grouping Thoughts. Formulating Ideology. Articulating the Intrinsic and Unspoken When we think about excellence, we do so with the idea that it applies to things that have no human elements, such as landscape, technology, or tale of glory from another era. Likewise, when we think of elements, we fail to realize that elements as a concept span beyond the orthodox sciences into philosophy?not of humanities, but of human beings. And here we are on the horizon of something spectacular and prophesied! The elements and integration of the elements of excellence applies to man. We must never cease to pursue renewal and enlightenment; excellence is a state of mind. And all that is needed to begin your ascension into this excellent state is your declaration of three things, which are the following: ?There is no denying that I was created to function in an excellent state. ?I do not see a mind-set that pursues excellence as a negative mind-set. ?I am not looking to function in the stagnancy of mediocrity. We must remember that excellence is akin to purity. They both represent not outright perfection but an operation above and beyond a standard. My contemporary perspective on excellence as a human element is best summed up by the poem titled ?Elements of Excellence.? Holding steadfast to principles to all ends Being the creators god sent amidst all men That no revered display be in vain pretense And in the pursuit of glory, keeping innocence These are the elements of religious excellence To never find need to condescend And to build on thy neighbor as a friend That a caring spirit be ever eminent And bringing influence void of insolence These are the elements of social excellence To command economies with the marks of your pen To have diligence and ambition in amounts immense That you find it instinctive to be of competence And be renowned for purity, not affluence These are the elements of business excellence All mistakes are converted to chances to learn And all works of yours exude good eloquence Reasoning to better your wisdom and intelligence And all walks of life, keeping good sense These are the elements of psychological excellence
