Today, we are talking about Tip #4 of the 4 tips for helping you stick to your goals, which is: Do You Want To Start Over Again? When you realize that each decision could carry a consequence, you can begin to make better decisions. If you spend energy and time doing the work, it doesn’t take too much “undoing” or “starting again” before you discover you do not want to do something twice or three times if you only have to do it once. We see this time and time again in people who ...

Today, we are talking about Tip #3 for helping you stick to your goals, which is: It’s Who You Become in the Process. The person you woke up as today may not be the same person you wake up as tomorrow - or the day after that - or next week - or ten years from now. While it’s impossible to predict exactly who you’ll be in the future, it’s a safe bet that you will not be the exact same person. Life is a process of constant change and transformation. Each day we learn ...

Today, we are talking about Tip #2 for helping you stick to your goals, which is: The Have-To’s Sometimes Turn into the Want-To’s. The work involved with achieving goals can feel like a “have-to” in the beginning, but they often turn into a “want-to” by the end of the process. They become a positive habit - a healthy way of being - while the work part eventually melts away. This happens because it’s not always about the end result - it’s about the person you become as a result o...

Today, we are talking about Tip #1 for helping you stick to your goals, which is to Focus on the Reward - Not the Work. Wise sages advise us to “be in the moment,” but let’s face it - you don’t always feel like running that last mile. You’re human; sometimes you lose your motivation in the middle of having to “do the work.” If you’re losing your motivation, switch your focus on the reward. Focus on the good feelings of having accomplished your goal and how much easier it will be...

We’ve all been there before…we find a goal that inspires us and we commit to doing the work…until life derails us. Whether it was that vacation, your assistant suddenly quits, or death in the family, the truth is life sometimes distracts us from achieving our goals. Dealing with the disruption is one thing, getting back on track can be a whole other story. Over the next 4 days, we will explore 4 tips for helping you to stick to your goals. So, Tune in tomorrow for Tip #1 for sticking t...

Today we are talking about top routine #6 of the top 6 routines of highly successful entrepreneurs, which is that They Value Teamwork. Successful entrepreneurs understand the value of teamwork. They understand that different people have different strengths and weaknesses, and the right team can make up for each other’s flaws. When you understand that you cannot go at it alone and achieve your goals, you gain important teamwork skills such as active listening, delegating, and com...

Today we are talking about top routine #5 of highly successful entrepreneurs, which is to Rest after Tasks are Completed. It is one thing to have tasks to complete. It is another when you can take a break after these tasks are completed. Successful entrepreneurs understand the benefits of resting after tasks are completed. They understand that the brain needs to rest, refuel, and recharge. There is also the satisfaction and motivation of completing tasks efficiently and successf...

Today we are talking about top routine #4 of highly successful entrepreneurs, which is have a Calendar Time Blocking Practice. Instead of planning your personal and business activities in different calendars, successful entrepreneurs make use of calendar time blocking practices that comprise planning all their activities in one place. Online planners and calendar schedulers make it easy to practice this routine. Since they can be easily accessed from multiple devices, this...

Today we are talking about top routine #3 of highly successful entrepreneurs, which is Challenging Tasks are Handled First. Successful entrepreneurs typically handle more challenging tasks first. Unlike most business professionals who procrastinate on the important tasks and handle all the easy tasks first, high achievers understand the benefits of handling challenging tasks first. Most people start the day with smaller tasks such as emails, messages, memos, easy client service ...

Today we are talking about top routine #2 of highly successful entrepreneurs, which is to have a No Limit on Workdays. Though it is very important to have rest days, successful entrepreneurs are known to work when they don’t have to. Weekends blur into holidays and vacation days blur into workdays for many successful businesspeople. This shows that they are highly focused and committed to the tasks that they are ready to achieve. They have no set limitation on...

Today we are talking about top routine #1 of highly successful entrepreneurs, which is to have a Morning Routine. Do you have a morning routine? Do you wake up early in the morning, or do you sleep late into the morning? Most successful entrepreneurs wake up very early in the morning and have a morning routine. It can be meditating, exercising, or having a leisurely breakfast. A routine can be responding to emails, or reading business memos and industry updates, which I don’t re...

Every businessperson typically follows some kind of routine. Whether this routine means getting out of bed at the same time every day, taking a hike every weekend, or simply going to the same place for their coffee. Routines are created to give order in a disorganized world. It brings clarity and focus to your daily life. It also provides the absolute satisfaction of having laid-out steps and processes to follow every day. Routines feel like a planned-out day where everything is...

Today we are talking about tip #5 of the 5 tips for tricking your mind into overcoming procrastination, which is to Give Yourself Permission to Try Again the Next Day. Some things are okay being put off, and it’s okay to give yourself permission to try again the next day. It’s easy to get into a cycle of feeling disappointed or discouraged because you didn’t get something done that you meant to get done. But if you forgive yourself and give yourself permission to try again, you’ll appr...

Today we are talking about tip #4 for tricking your mind into overcoming procrastination, which is to Set a Timer to Work on the Task. Sometimes it’s not knowing how long a task is going to take that can deter you from even starting. What if it takes longer than you think? What if that keeps you from doing other, more important things? Might as well push it to tomorrow. Set a timer so you know exactly how long you’ll be working on the task. Start with 25 minutes and see how you ...

Today we are talking about tip #3 for tricking your mind into overcoming procrastination, which is to Think of a Reward for Completing the Task. If there’s no light at the end of the tunnel, of course you’ll want to push it off! Think of a reward for when you complete the task. Maybe it’s a drink at your favorite smoothie place, or tacos for dinner. It could be something larger, like that shirt you’ve been eyeing. Having a reward gives you not only something to look forward to, ...

Today we are talking about tip #2 for tricking your mind into overcoming procrastination, which is to Remove All Other Distractions. Yes, we’re talking about your phone. That’s probably one of the biggest distractions from doing our work. Want to know a super-secret strategy for not being distracted by your phone? Either flip your phone over, turn it off, or remove it completely from the room you are in. The simple act of not having your screen in front of you, with notif...

Today we are talking about tip #1 for tricking your mind into overcoming procrastination, which is to Make It Super Easy to Get Started on Your Task. The hardest part of completing some tasks is getting started. Sometimes thinking about a task can snowball into feeling overwhelmed because of what the task entails. If you’re going into the task with a dreaded mindset, that will make it harder to get started. It’s much easier to get started if you don’t think about it as much. For...

Mind over matter, right? Sometimes, that’s easier said than done. When we’re faced with a laundry list of to-dos and with not enough time in the day, it can be easier to distract ourselves and push things off to the next day. And when more items get added to our list, it becomes overwhelming, and we continue to procrastinate even more. A vicious cycle, but one that can be overcome. That’s the good news! In order to overcome procrastination, we have to first understand it. Start with pe...

I hope you enjoy this Happy Halloween Poem. Because we all can use some levity in our lives, I thought I’d share a Halloween poem with you. I Don't Believe In Spooks And Demons by Paul Curtis I don't believe in spooks and demons I think that should be understood But there are always more trick-or-treaters Than there are kids in the neighborhood How about a few funny Halloween jokes… Question: What’s a ghost’s favorite ride at the carnival? Answer: T...

Today we are talking about Tip #7 of the 7 tips to enhance your performance in life, which is to Get Enough Sleep Each Day. Never underestimate the power of getting enough sleep each day. Being well-rested enhances your performance in many ways. It can improve concentration and productivity, and leads to a healthier lifestyle, and also decrease long-term illnesses. For optimal performance, aim for 8-9 hours of sleep per night. Make it work around your schedule! If you tend to wo...