Winnipeg. Why is Second Place Considered a Failure?

If the Canadian Grey Cup football final game was an Olympic event, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers would have received the silver medal.  We would consider them winners who were privileged to try for the gold.  The team would return home to an enthusiastic, group hug, recognizing worthy competitors.


However, even with the Olympics, people do tend to glorify and remember only the Gold medal winners.  Being number two in the world just doesn't receive the same reward; it's a step lower on the podium.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers were playing with Success on Purpose for the season, resulting in a first place standing for the Eastern Division, compared to last place the year before.  That was a gold medal, however short lived, with great rejoicing and anticipation, even though people knew that one of the teams in the battle between East and West, would have to settle for the silver medal.


Why is second place considered a failure?  People who run marathons are considered heroes just for participating and reaching the finish line.  

In business, we can't all be number one and it doesn't really matter.  With a Success on Purpose attitude, each day gives us a new opportunity to have a successful appointment, a new sale, a developing business relationship, a fresh learning experience.  In fact, it's a privilege and a reason to celebrate, just to be in the game.


Deanna Waters, Global USANA leader
Dedicated to Team Building for Greater Health and Finances
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