Today we are talking about Step #4 to help you be even more focused, which is You will procrastinate. There are a myriad of reasons why you will procrastinate, and you will. We all do. When you factor in procrastination time, you won’t feel frantic if you find yourself taking 15 or 30 minutes to “just do nothing.” Don’t schedule yourself so tightly that you don’t have time to just not feel like working for a few minutes. Call it cushion time, break time, open time, or whatever you ...

Today we are talking about Step #3 to help you be even more focused, which is to Eat it one bite at a time. If you have a huge project ahead of you, eat it one bite at a time. Take your large project and break it down into smaller and more manageable tasks. Don’t look at a project that states, “Write a book,” for example, as something you need to complete in one sitting. Take your “write a book” project and break it down into smaller bite sized pieces. For example: choose a t...

Today we are talking about Step #2 to help you be even more focused, which is to Get the most challenging project out of the way first. If you know you have a pressing task or project to complete putting it off until the end of the day won’t make it go away. Putting it off will only make it so you’re working on a challenging project when you’re tired from the day. The harder projects won’t go away and putting them off will only drain your mental energy because they will still be th...

Today we are talking about Step #1 to help you be even more focused, which is to Set the alarm clock a bit earlier. We can hear you groaning, but if you get up earlier you may get more done. Also, getting up before everyone in the house wakes up will give you solitude and will make you feel less rushed. If you have always wanted to practice yoga or take a long walk with the dog, read a book, sit on the deck with the paper and your coffee, but you never seem to have the time, gettin...

When you’re focused you get more done – plain and simple. Focus also helps you to enjoy the moment you’re in. Being in the present is a gift that many people take for granted. Pay attention. Focus on what you’re doing. You will be happier for it. It doesn’t matter whether you’re an entrepreneur or an individual just looking for a bit more peace in your life – focus is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. If you’re not certain if you are focused enough or if y...

Today, we are talking about Concept #4 for helping you lean into your fears and increase your success, which is to Find a Power Partner. We become like who we surround ourselves with. Just as Erik Weihenmayer has chosen to surround himself with people that empower his sense of adventure and help him achieve his goals, you also need to find mentors and other professionals that will hold you accountable and that will lift you to new heights both professionally and personally. &n...

Today, we are talking about Concept #3 for helping you lean into your fears and increase your success, which is to Create Targeted Financial Forecasts. Calling prospective clients, even those who have been referred to you, may cause you to tense up with fear of rejection, but if you never take risks, you will never reap big rewards! It is true, not all prospects will be happy you called them, but it is vital to remember that some will be. Focus on potential positive outcomes and live for...

Today, we are talking about Concept #2 for helping you lean into your fears and increase your success, which is to Be on a Mission. Lean into your fears by identifying areas of strengths and weakness, and then creating a goal-based roadmap for how you want to enrich those areas. Create an action-based mission statement that serves to drive your company forward; one that everyone on your team can get behind and work toward. Regularly review your business metrics and know where you a...

Today, we are talking about Concept #1 for helping you lean into your fears and increase your success, which is to Ask for Referrals and Introductions. Instead of just meekly asking for referrals from your clients and hoping to get one or two, ask with boldness and intention, expecting to hit the mother lode each and every time. You do an excellent job for your clients and they should be eager to tell everyone about you and your products and/or services. If they aren’t what can you...

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So, what can you learn from the examples of people I talked about over the past few days who leaned into their fears and had success? Well, I hope you said: Hey Anne, I realized that my business success depends on my ability to navigate fears and obstacles in my path. Toss limiting beliefs that may be holding you back to the curb, and intentionally lean into your goals, so that you are 100% committed to having your best year ever – whatever that looks like for you. Stretch goals should ...

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Live Uninhibited by Fear Incredible Story Erik Weihenmayer is an incredible example of what it looks like to live uninhibited by fear. As a blind man, many people encouraged him to play it safe in life; to be content with his limitations. But Erik decided that life was too short to live in fear, and so he set out on what has turned into a decades-long search for adventure and meaning. He has climbed Mt. Everest, summited countless other peaks, and spoken to businesses,...

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Incredible Example of Running Into a Fear and Having Success Some of the most intense professions around the world – especially positions held by first responders – set an incredible example for what it looks like to face fears and run headlong toward a problem. Think about a police officer; when they hear gun shots, they run toward the sound looking to engage with the source. Consider firefighters also; they run toward the fire to put it out as quickly as possible. The same is true of ...

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Fire Safety Tips - Week ThreeFire safety is paramount in factories and warehouses, where flammable materials, heavy machinery, and intricate layouts can lead to significant risks. To counter these hazards and safeguard the well-being of employees, it is crucial to establish and adhere to a comprehensive set of fire safety measures. By diligently following these guidelines, workers can actively contribute to fire prevention and respond efficiently in an emergency. Here are a few steps to get

Lean into Your Fears and Increase Your Success At first glance, you may feel you have nothing to fear. You may be in a highly successful business, or you may be weathering a storm that is tough but under control. The truth is, though, we all fear something, and fear in any form is what holds us back from reaching new heights. If you want to do more, be more, have more, and achieve more than you are currently, then it is time to assess what is holding you back and find ways to lean into ...