What's the Difference Between Beyonce and the Rest of Us?

I’m like most guys my age. I’ve always thought Beyonce is great. She has an amazing voice, her talent is unmatched and she’s obviously perfect celebrity crush material. But I’ve never considered joining any Beyhives and I’ve only been to one of her concerts in my life — I was forced to take an ex-girlfriend about 10 years ago. I can’t say I understood the love drunk frenzy that I have witnessed overtake, otherwise normal, grown ass women when they go to her shows. Although I’ve always known in the back of my mind that she is one of the greats, I had never really processed just how much work it must take to be as great as she is until…

Until I saw her 2018 Coachella performance. I was absolutely captivated and couldn’t believe what I was watching. I have never ever ever seen any performer do what she did in that show. Every second of that 105 minute show, she performed at such an intense level that is was almost otherworldly. Like, how Sway?

No, really. How?

So that made me wonder. What’s the difference between Beyonce and the rest of us? She’s human. She has hopes, dreams, failures, and fears just like we do. Or at least I think she does.

So what is it?

Well, I did a little digging and got some advice about what it takes to be as great as Beyonce, straight from the Queen herself. Uh, unfortunately I didn’t talk to her, I just watched some interview clips. 

Here’s how she says one reaches greatness.

• Always seek self improvement and challenge yourself.
• You are your only competition. Always perform better than you did the last time.
• Be willing to be the example. (That’s powerful!)
• Work hard, and never give up on your goals.
• Don’t be satisfied with what people tell you you are.
• Know who you are and trust yourself.
• Practice, practice, practice! Rehearse and master your craft.
• Always give 100% effort no matter who’s looking.

So are you doing life at Coachella Beyonce level or are you sliding by only giving half effort and no heart? I see several tips that I’ll take away and apply to all aspects of my own life. Will you?

May we all live life at a level of greatness equivalent to Beyonce dancing in heels for 105 minutes. Non-stop.

P.S. Be sure to find me on Instagram or Facebook and let me know which Beyonce tips you’ll take away to fuel your greatness.