A number of high-achieving people have said to me that they have this inner voice in their head that basically compels them to do something, constantly improve themselves and push their limits. 

This is a catalyst for getting things done and seeing results materialize.  I’m not saying that everyone successful has an “inner voice” compelling them to do things, but I’ve noticed a difference between the leaders and the followers.

Ryan Carson says he’s noticed the same thing, so I’m going to link to a well-written piece called “Builders & Doers vs. Whiners & Trolls.”  His point?  There are two types of people — doers and whiners, and the former takes “responsibility for (their) own attitude and circumstances.”

A little tidbit:

The point is that you can either whine about things, or you can take steps to start changing them. If you’re not happy with your situation, you’re the only one that can change it. As an ex-Whiner & Troll, I can tell you that life is so much more exciting, fun and worth living as a Builder & Doer.

If only Ayn Rand were alive today…