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Hey there, fellow learners and achievers! Today, we’re diving headfirst into the captivating world of “Classroom of the Elite,” where intrigue, intellect, and ambition intertwine in a thrilling saga. But guess what? This isn’t just about binge-watching an anime – it’s about uncovering the hidden gems of wisdom that this intriguing classroom has to offer.
As you’ve probably realized, success isn’t just about acing tests or accumulating achievements; it’s a complex dance of strategy, mindset, and adaptability. And what better place to uncover some unique success insights than a place where brilliant minds battle wits and chase their dreams?
So, buckle up as we embark on a journey through the corridors of “Classroom of the Elite,” picking up 9 valuable success lessons that might just redefine the way you approach your own path to greatness. Get ready to unlock a treasure trove of inspiration – let’s dive in!
1. If it seems too good to be true, don’t ignore it
Sometimes miraculous things happen that seem too good to be true. Like winning the lottery, for example, or someone called Jeff Bezos writing you an email claiming you won a prize.
I’m sure you can tell which one of the two scenarios is the one that should ring alarm clocks.
But apparently, some people still click the link in the mail, or else scammers would have stopped sending them years ago.
In the same way, class D of the Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing School happily accepted their 100.000 monthly credits and spent them like there was no tomorrow.
They ignored all lingering doubts about how the school could afford this or why some students were more careful with their credits.
And then, surprise, the horrible awaking followed in the form of zero credits for the next month.
If you want to be successful in life, do it like Kiyotaka Ayanokōji and Suzune Horikita, and be cautious.
The students would have had plenty of time to spend their credits, and they actually received another 100.000 credits the next month. But as long as a nagging suspicion is in your mind, it pays to be cautious.
2.People don’t need to know everything about you
Ayanokōji Kiyotaka doesn’t let anyone see more about himself than he absolutely must.
When asked why he doesn’t want to take credit for his good deeds, he claims it’s simply because he doesn’t like attention. When asked about his fighting skills, he redirects and talks about tea ceremonies and calligraphy.
The information he does volunteer freely is of very little value to most people.
Suzune Horikita, Kikyō Kushida, Kei Karuizawa, and many others in Classroom of the Elite are similarly guarded about their privacy, but none does it as masterfully as Kiyotaka.
In comparison, many people you will meet in real life throw information about themself around like free candy.
It might not matter most of the time, but sooner or later, you will encounter a situation that makes you regret your lack of secrecy.
Read also: 11 Easy Ways To Honor Your Privacy
3. Everyone looks out for themself first and foremost
Humans aren’t altruistic by nature. Even seemingly charitable acts like donations are largely done because they make people feel good.
After all, have you heard of anyone saying they hate donating but do it anyway? Most likely not.
And if someone asks you to do something you’d rather not do, you say yes to make them not only happy but also to not feel guilty later on.
Even though we all think that way, many people are still surprised when others act blatantly selfish.
Kiyotaka is an extreme case of that, who uses everyone around him as mere tools to reach his goals. That doesn’t mean that his tools won’t benefit as well. It merely isn’t a priority of his.
If you stay aware of other people’s selfish motives, it will also be much easier for you to benefit.
4. Don’t allow distractions
The white room was a distraction-free zone. Everything in it was geared towards optimal learning. That’s a part of why the children in the white room were so advanced in their knowledge and skills.
Granted, the white room was far from a healthy environment, and I don’t expect you to paint your room entirely white.
However, you should consider getting rid of the distractions around you for at least a couple hours a day to be highly productive.
Many students do this by going to the library, for example, though, of course, you could also switch rooms at home.
5. If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together
Suzune was resistant to learning this lesson, but she eventually realized that self-isolation would only keep her stuck in class D.
Nobody has ever managed to become great by going on a solo mission. If you want to be a high achiever, you have to learn how to cooperate with others.
Of course, there might be phases where you’ll do well to sprint alone. But in the long term, it will never be enough.
6. Always know the rules of the game
Ayanokoji always makes sure to carefully study the rules. This carefulness benefitted him when he used his points to purchase a test point for Ken. It also helped him to win the island test, despite all odds.
Classroom of the Elite teaches us to always know the rules of the game we play.
As a marketer, this means learning what you are allowed to do on social media platforms before you start using them.
As a student, you should find old exams to figure out what to expect in the upcoming ones.
7. Choose what you focus your efforts on wisely
Both the carrot and the stick can be motivating. In fact, many people are so stuck in their comfort zone that only a very painful stick gets them to move toward the carrot.
However, while using the stick as an occasional motivator can be helpful, you shouldn’t focus on it for too long.
Where your focus goes, energy flows. You want your energy to flow towards better things instead of holding you back near the unwanted stuff.
Kakeru Ryūen from class C focuses an awful lot of his energy on keeping class D at the end of the social ladder.
This is absurd, considering his class is in the latter half, as well. Shouldn’t he focus all his attention and energy on catching up with classes A and B?
It’s the same if you are graded on a curve. Ignore the people with similar grades to you and instead focus on the A-students and how to catch up to them.
Furthermore, businesses should always focus more on becoming better than what their competitors do.
Classroom of the Elite teaches us that focus matters and that we should direct it carefully.
8. Don’t pick unnecessary fights
Both Kikyō Kushida and Kakeru Ryūen found themselves beaten by picking an unnecessary fight with Ayanokoji.
Before they acted out, Kyotaka hadn’t posed any real threat to them. Plain and simple, they acted out of ego.
And while they did manage to get away with that sort of behavior most of the time, they were bound to face failure sooner or later.
Let this be a lesson to not provoke others without good reason. You could end up on the wrong side of things, but you’ll definitely waste time and energy that could have been used better.
9. Learn from your mistakes
Kiyotaka rarely makes a mistake, and those that he does make are never repeated.
He learned this the hard way in the White Room. His skill to learn and adapt quickly is one reason he was the only survivor of the brutal 4th generation.
“The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” ― Henry Ford
It shouldn’t take life-or-death scenarios for you to learn from your mistakes.
Ideally, you should always thoroughly analyze your mistakes to ensure you know what went wrong and how to avoid them in the future.
If you do that, you will reach your goals significantly faster.
Read also: 101 Questions To Ask Yourself (Daily|Monthly|Yearly)
These were the 9 success lessons from Classroom of the Elite. Which one was your favorite? And what do you think Kiyotaka should do after school (besides ruling Japan, of course).
We’d love to hear your thoughts!
Until next time, Felicity Seeker!
