How Highly Successful People
Get Out of Ruts and Into Gear
Even notable business owners have
insecurities. They just don't get stuck in them.
When small-business owners become
discouraged, they have the tendency to feel alone in their despair. You're not
alone. Even the most successful among us have their moments.
There are surprising commonalities
in my conversations with notable business leaders that I've found interesting
when it comes to insecurity and success. Here’s what they fear and how they
cope.
They have fears, too.
Successful people want to build upon
their success, which means taking continual, albeit calculated, risks. With
that comes increased odds of failure. Although they may seem impervious to it,
failure can still sting enough to create a setback. The difference between them
and many entrepreneurs is that highly successful entrepreneurs use their
resourcefulness, creativity, and boldness to either reinvent their idea or go
on to the next thing.
Go ahead; take a little time to
emotionally process your setbacks. When you're done, assess what you've learned
and what you will do differently, and then move on.
They want to give up.
Do you think you're the only one who
wakes up feeling drained, exhausted, and in doubt? Nope. Even successful people
get discouraged. They just don't wallow in it. Though they may be tempted at
times, true achievers have a ferocious drive and hunger for success that does
not allow them to give up.
They have routines.
Above all, most entrepreneurs value
freedom. Some people believe that means doing anything they want when they want
to do it, but that's rarely the case. Successful people have the discipline to
stick to routines that enhance their creativity, lower their stress, and
increase their energy. They engage in things such as daily exercise, steady
sleep habits, prayer and meditation, and regular meals, even if they don't feel
like it.
Sure, you're busy, but you'll
benefit greatly from taking care of yourself. You will be more productive, focused, and positive if you engage in healthy self care.
Try it for a month, keep a journal so that you recognize the changes, and let
me know how it works for you.
They avoid ruts.
Although a good, healthful routine
is important, so are new experiences. Successful people challenge themselves by
trying new things, exposing themselves to different cultures and ideas, and
surrounding themselves with people who think differently.
You may not have the means to fly
across the globe, but you can choose books that you normally wouldn't read,
take a trip to a culturally diverse part of your city, and go to events that
are out of the norm for you. The goal is to expose yourself to new
ideas and ways of life. This will help
you to get in touch with global needs and changes so that your business can
always be one step ahead.
They want to help you.
Successful people believe there's
plenty of room at the top, so they are generous with their insights and
knowledge. They know a determined entrepreneur when they see one and are often
willing to invest a bit of their expertise to lend a helping hand. In fact, I
frequently recommend that my clients seek advice from someone they admire and
respect--someone who's been in their shoes and grown out of them. And you know
what? Most of them are able to connect with people they once believed were
inaccessible.
Who is the mentor of your dreams?
Connect via social media, read his or her books, listen to and read his or her
interviews in the media and at industry events. Think about what you'd ask him
or her if you were given the opportunity. Then, find a way to get noticed by
him or her. I had a client who put an amazing amount of mental energy into
meeting her idol, Kathy Ireland, whose worldwide retail empire is estimated to
be worth some $350 million. Guess what? Within two months' time, she found
herself seated next to Ireland on a flight from Los Angeles to New York City.
Two years later, and that relationship is still flourishing.
It's OK to feel as though you need a
break. It's even OK to feel like giving up. Just don't dwell in those emotions.
When you're in a negative frame of mind, break
out of your routine and do something that makes you
feel good. Also allow yourself a mental break to reconnect with your passion.
This whole entrepreneurial venture is bigger than you are. Stay connected to
your why, and you're sure to make it through just about anything.
BY Marla Tabaka
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