Capitalize.

We take advantage of situations, decisions, and interactions when we see the benefit. That is capitalizing something to our advantage. We can continue to realize the benefits if we are in a similar position repeatedly.

Clearly, the key is to learn to see the benefit. Benefit does not mean self-gain like instant gratification. The benefit often goes beyond the immediate gain. It provides a longer-term outlook on who we are and what we need. 

When we learn to find what to capitalize on, we quickly start building new skills that beef up our ability to do solid, fulfilling, rewarding work.

We begin to capitalize when we learn how we make decisions. Situations and interactions bring unknowns. How we process unknowns and clarify them puts us in a position of benefit. 

When we learn to put ourselves in a position to benefit regardless of the circumstances, we have learned to capitalize on actions that support our cause.

Ruthlessly inspect what stalls us. Detect what to capitalize on and then sharply focus on a few of these actions that create long-term benefits.