“Your talent is raw gold – polish it to shine. It is a tragedy to go to your grave with your talent still buried inside you.”

We are in this world to live with meaning and significance. To make useful contributions that improve the world.

We are here to make life less difficult for each other. This is where your talents and capabilities come in.

Scripture reminds us in Romans 12:6, “We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us.” We are to use our gifts to impact the world.
The first step is to take stock of your abilities. What talents do you possess? What are your assets?

Know what you are capable of. What do you do exceptionally well?

What are your inclinations? These may point to your natural endowments. What you take interest in doing may be a clue to your talent.

Friends can help. They can point out your areas of strength. You may also take vocational guidance tests to determine your strong points and where you can carve a niche for yourself.

What are your aspirations? You cannot rise above the level of your vision.
What is your major definite purpose in life? You need to enter a field where you can put your talent to maximum use.

This requires discipline and commitment. You have to be totally focused.
Success demands foresight and industry. It responds to thought and diligence.

Your breakthroughs will not happen magically. Thorough preparation is required.

As media mogul Oprah Winfrey said, “Success is preparation meeting opportunity.”
Even the naturally endowed polish their talent through constant practice.

Expertise comes with practice and experience.

Get a mentor to teach and guide you. Your mentor’s knowledge and experience will rub off on you.

Read relevant books to gain more knowledge. Learn new skills.
Take online courses to improve. Listen to podcasts and audiotapes to enhance your chances of winning.

Identify what you are passionate about. For me, it is writing.
My chief aim is to transform lives through my books and articles. My life should be a blessing and a success blueprint for others.

In whatever area we wish to apply our abilities, we must make the required sacrifices for the expansion of our talent and potential.

In putting our talent to work, we can leverage the power of imagination. Most inventions can be attributed to the expression of imagination. Some people achieved phenomenal results that excited admiration because they harnessed imagination.

Next to be considered is enthusiasm. It is the single most important factor behind exceptional performance.

When you work with enthusiasm, grit, and tenacity, the results can literally astound you. You will reach unbelievable heights of success and achievement.
When using your talent, be ferociously persistent. This is the secret behind the phenomenal results of people with limited abilities.

CONCLUSION

I would like to conclude with what a wise man said: “God has never put anyone in a place too small to grow.” Indeed, each one of us is uniquely gifted. Use your gifts to impact the world.
W
hen talent aligns with purpose, a great life becomes inevitable.

Question for you: How are you using your abilities to impact the world?

Quotes from the Author

1. “It is a tragedy to go to your grave with your talent still buried inside you.”

2. “Your talent is raw gold – polish it until it shines for the world.”

3. “When talent aligns with purpose, a great life becomes inevitable.”

4. “You don’t need a title to serve; you only need your talent.”