The secret of success is found in one word--Excellence.

You were created to be a cut above, to stand out in a crowd, and rise above average to exceptional. Indeed, the only way to be truly happy and successful is to live with a commitment to excellence and integrity in all you do.

Favor, increase, promotion, and reaching your highest potential are all tied to a spirit of excellence. When you strive to be excellent, you're always taking steps to grow, to make the most of every opportunity, to go the extra mile. You do your best and do what's right whether anyone is watching or not.

When you live a life of excellence, you will outperform, outclass, and outshine, and God will promote you and set you in a place of honor.

This compact digest by #1 New York Times bestselling author JOEL OSTEEN helps you to keep improving, to stay focused, to stay passionate, and to make a habit of excellence. He encourages readers to get out of their comfort zones and make the rest of their life the best of their life.

Joel can be heard 24/7 on SiriusXM 128-Joel Osteen Radio. Connect with Joel on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit his website at joelosteen.com.

Derived from material previously published in You Can, You Will, The Power of I Am, and Break Out!