Tuesday, December 29, 2009
If You Change One Thing, You Change Everything!
Looking back on your life, what would you change if you could?
Over the Holidays the classic movies were on remember"
In the classic 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life, the main character, a small-town bank officer played by Jimmy Stewart, is about to commit suicide when an angel shows him how different the lives of people in Bedford Falls would be if he hadn't been born. The movie is a favorite because it affirms how each of us touches the lives and shapes the future in unexpected and often marvelous ways.
Given the potential impact of every decision you make, it's wise to think ahead. Although few things turn out exactly as we plan, the better we understand how our choices start a chain reaction of events, the more likely we are to get what we want.
The enormous complexity of cause and effect leads to another conclusion: It's futile to look back at our lives with "what if" scenarios. What's done is done. Although changing our past would change our present, it would do so in ways that are so unpredictable that we could never know whether it would be for better or worse.
Accept and celebrate the fact that what you are today is a direct result of everything that's happened to you. It's pointless to wish things were different. Remember, if you change one thing, you change everything.
I said to someone the other day "everything that happened last year happened because it was supposed to happen"The person said "Bill your crazy you mean to tell me that the terrible things that I went through this year were supposed to happen i don't think so Bill' I said here is why
"Everything happened that were supposed to happen because they did!"
I can accept it because I can't change it, I can learn and grow from those experiences and so can you.How you look at things makes all the difference and the meaning you give them.
TAKE 100% RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR LIFE As human beings, we often believe we don't have enough money,romance, success or joy in our lives. But what we need to understand is that greatness exists in all of us. It's simply a matter of pulling that greatness out of ourselves and using it to get us from where we are now...to where we want to be. While many people believe they are entitled to live a great life, top achievers we've met over the years know they must take 100% responsibility for achieving the lifestyle, relationships, financial freedom and opportunities they experience in their lives. This isn't always easy. But one way to start taking more responsibility is to begin responding differently to the events that occur in your life.
You Get What You Give.
Ralph Waldo Emerson, in his essay, "Compensation," wrote that each person is compensated in like manner for that which he or she has contributed. The Law of Compensation is another restatement of the Law of Sowing and Reaping. It says that you will always be compensated for your efforts and for your contribution, whatever it is, however much or however little.
As we look to 2016 with excitement and anticipation remember "If we keep doing the same things over again we will keep getting the same result's better put "definition of insanity is keep doing the same things over again and expect a different result"I'm not going to give you all steps to goal setting like hundreds of people do what i will say is everything you need is inside you right now, let's draw out what that is in
2016 and what does it mean to you? Will you define yourself? Will you take action on becoming the person you were meant to be? If you said yes congratulations to you.. Now become accountable to someone who you trust and respect and be the person you have been destined to become...To Learn more about becoming better you I have had the pleasure to work with Erika Larson and that's exactly what she does, coaches Mentors and draws out the Gifts in each person.. we all have them and when you know what yours are it's empowering and foundational towards your success in all areas of your life.
See you in the New Year.
God's blessing over you and your Family I will see you in 2016
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
The Purpose of a Business
The Purpose of a Business Let’s start by asking you to answer a question. Withoutintellectualizing it or thinking what you think might be a cleveranswer, please say out loud the very first thing that comes to your mind... What's the Purpose of your business...? Or any business in theworld? Perhaps your answer might be something like, "Make money" or "Tomake a profit" or "To be fulfilled". Or, perhaps your answer was, "To help others" or "To help people solve their problems." Two different answers and two different vibrations. If your answer was similar to the first set, such as making money, ask yourself this, does it demonstrate a focus on you andyour business or does it focus on other people? It's on you and what you want, isn’t it? This is your Personal Agenda. And the second set? Your focus is on others, to help them get what they want. This is what is called as coming from a place of Purpose. Purpose and Personal Agenda The reason we ask the question "What is the Purpose of a business?" ... your words give you away!! What do we mean by this? Well, have you ever thought that your thoughts and words are energy that people directly or indirectly feel? Have you ever thought people can consciously and subconsciously feel your real intent? That they know whether you are focused on your Personal Agenda, which is about you and whatyou want, or on your Purpose, which is about helping them get what they want? To paraphrase an ancient saying... "Your words are an extension of your thoughts Your actions are an extension of your words And your habits are an extension of your actions" What you receive in life, and the way people respond to you, is based on your words, your actions and your habits. And it all starts where? With a thought! Everything starts with a thought. That's why thoughts are sopowerful. That's why choosing how you think and act willdetermine how life and people respond to you So back to the original question about the purpose of your business! The questions you have to ask yourself then, is, are you really in business for you, (Personal Agenda) or are you in it for other people (Purpose)? The truth is in the following question; If your solution cannot solve someone's problem, is there anyreason for them to do business with you? No, there isn't! So the real purpose of a business then is not about you and what you want, it’s to help other people solve their problems, or get what they want, need or desire. And that is the first principle... Principle 1. is Helping Other People Solve their Problems Another ancient saying says, "When you seek to serve, you ultimately serve yourself!" It's just a matter of knowing how to do it! And that is precisely what the this will do for you. It will allow you to effortlessly and easily help others get what they want that will ultimately allow you to get what you want without any anxiety in the process of doing so. Now, if you know how to help people solve their problems, and you can do it with your own solutions, you will achieve what? Your Personal Agenda, which is your own reason for being in business. Selling As a Problem Solving Exercise. If the purpose of a business is to help other people solve their problems, you could say that selling is merely a Problem Solving Exercise. It's not a telling or persuading exercise. It's all todo with problem solving. You could call yourself a PROBLEM SOLVER!
Call to Action
1. Reflect on how by serving others, you can achieve what it is that you want. 2. Two quotes to think about: "You can get anything you want if you help enough people get whatthey want" - Zig Ziglar
2.People don't care how much you know till they know how much you care.
Best Regards Bill MacMunn
www.billmacmunn.com
www.becomingabetteryou.com Checkthis out.
Call to Action
1. Reflect on how by serving others, you can achieve what it is that you want. 2. Two quotes to think about: "You can get anything you want if you help enough people get whatthey want" - Zig Ziglar
2.People don't care how much you know till they know how much you care.
Best Regards Bill MacMunn
www.billmacmunn.com
www.becomingabetteryou.com Checkthis out.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
I wanted to share how a quick email coming from your truth can have possible outcomes.. I have worked with a Leads program this year to allow myself the pleasure of exposing the opportunity I have in the Health and wellness Industry.
I am blessed to have many Incredible people join my team this year, however I know there are many who stayed stuck in their fear not willing to take a chance and believe not only in themselves but the possibility that there truly are people who believe in your success more than yourself..
This letter has generated a large response and allowed people to dream again.. I just wanted to share it with you. Here you Go
2009 is coming to a close.. Have you achieved the level of success your wanted this year?I have asked that question to hundreds of people over the last few weeks.. Some are honest enough with themselves and said No.. Others didn't really have an answer, and some used the economy as a reason for things not moving forward.
I'm sure you receive Lot's of e-mails from people promising success without putting in the effort.. I know I still do.. What I have found is those people who are willing to take control of there lives and are willing to change some of the thoughts they have towards success.. WIN!
I am grateful for the team of people who took that step towards change and being a part of their success has been a blessing to me and my Family.
You are receiving this e-mail because at one time this year you were looking for an opportunity to make some changes in your Financial situation..
You show the makings of success by looking that's the start.. Take the moment and ask yourself this question
If I keep doing what I have been doing where will I end up?
Insanity is doing the same thing over again and expecting a different result!Relationship Marketing is what we do.. Here is my blogg.. Read my Blog http://billmacmunn.blogspot.com/
Take a moment read it please.. I want to extend another opportunity for you to take a look at what is available for you..
E-mail me back or pick up the phone and let's get 2010 off to a great start for you and your Family.. You can do this because your not alone.
Many Blessings to you and your loved ones
I am blessed to have many Incredible people join my team this year, however I know there are many who stayed stuck in their fear not willing to take a chance and believe not only in themselves but the possibility that there truly are people who believe in your success more than yourself..
This letter has generated a large response and allowed people to dream again.. I just wanted to share it with you. Here you Go
2009 is coming to a close.. Have you achieved the level of success your wanted this year?I have asked that question to hundreds of people over the last few weeks.. Some are honest enough with themselves and said No.. Others didn't really have an answer, and some used the economy as a reason for things not moving forward.
I'm sure you receive Lot's of e-mails from people promising success without putting in the effort.. I know I still do.. What I have found is those people who are willing to take control of there lives and are willing to change some of the thoughts they have towards success.. WIN!
I am grateful for the team of people who took that step towards change and being a part of their success has been a blessing to me and my Family.
You are receiving this e-mail because at one time this year you were looking for an opportunity to make some changes in your Financial situation..
You show the makings of success by looking that's the start.. Take the moment and ask yourself this question
If I keep doing what I have been doing where will I end up?
Insanity is doing the same thing over again and expecting a different result!Relationship Marketing is what we do.. Here is my blogg.. Read my Blog http://billmacmunn.blogspot.com/
Take a moment read it please.. I want to extend another opportunity for you to take a look at what is available for you..
E-mail me back or pick up the phone and let's get 2010 off to a great start for you and your Family.. You can do this because your not alone.
Many Blessings to you and your loved ones
Friday, December 4, 2009
What it takes to attract Leaders
What it takes to be a Network Marketing Professional is all about Connecting with people.. Everyone has something to contribute to your business..Every type of Individual can earn Big as long as they work at developing the skills of connecting with your heart…
You must be in action on IPO Income Producing Activities daily consistently..Its all about the Math…One of My Mentors says "when you understand the math you can’t fail".
Develop teams of people working together for the common objective Time with Financial Freedom.We are in the People Business way before we are in Nutrition or travel or what ever your deal is…Be the person you are looking for… You always attract like minded people.
I had a conversation with someone on my Team recently.. They asked me how they could attract the leaders, the Entrepreneurs, the goal getter's, not just goal setters..
One the greatest lessons in life "Be the Person you want to attract"Create the mindset that says I am the Leader that Leaders are looking for!
When you know that your Opportunity can and will change and enrich someones life with the proper amount of effort and time, you have an obligation to share it with people..When you come from that place and belief you will attract those that are looking for you.
Of course there are other factors, however saying that the greatest attributes to posses.. PASSION. People who are passionate about what they do will always attract the Leaders that you desire to have as part of your team.
When you read books and Listen to the Master trainers and Teachers in the world and they Inspire, motivate ,teach,support us to believe in ourselves and whats possible... Your Passion and confidence grow and grow.
Interesting fact.. Good in Good Out/ Garbage doom and gloom information, doom and gloom comes out.. I can always tell from a conversation with people what they listen to and read..
Possibility thinking comes out of the mouths of those who are in the growth mode...
Here is your call to Action
Dust off the Books, CD,s that you have and commit to read and listen everyday, feed yourself the thoughts that will take you where you truly want to go. Remember good in good will come out..The greatest asset you have are your thoughts.Feed the mind the food for great thoughts and watch what happens to your conversations and you will attract the Leader's to you as you continue to be the Leader yourself.Leaders are Readers
Some favorites for me in my Library Think and Grow Rich/Power of positive thinking/Bob proctor You were born Rich/Tom Hopkins books/Brian Tracy many books/ Zig Ziglar/Anthony Robbins Many books/ there truly are hundreds that I could share.. I think you get my point the tools are there for you...
Talk with you soon.
Best Regards
Bill MacMunn
You must be in action on IPO Income Producing Activities daily consistently..Its all about the Math…One of My Mentors says "when you understand the math you can’t fail".
Develop teams of people working together for the common objective Time with Financial Freedom.We are in the People Business way before we are in Nutrition or travel or what ever your deal is…Be the person you are looking for… You always attract like minded people.
I had a conversation with someone on my Team recently.. They asked me how they could attract the leaders, the Entrepreneurs, the goal getter's, not just goal setters..
One the greatest lessons in life "Be the Person you want to attract"Create the mindset that says I am the Leader that Leaders are looking for!
When you know that your Opportunity can and will change and enrich someones life with the proper amount of effort and time, you have an obligation to share it with people..When you come from that place and belief you will attract those that are looking for you.
Of course there are other factors, however saying that the greatest attributes to posses.. PASSION. People who are passionate about what they do will always attract the Leaders that you desire to have as part of your team.
When you read books and Listen to the Master trainers and Teachers in the world and they Inspire, motivate ,teach,support us to believe in ourselves and whats possible... Your Passion and confidence grow and grow.
Interesting fact.. Good in Good Out/ Garbage doom and gloom information, doom and gloom comes out.. I can always tell from a conversation with people what they listen to and read..
Possibility thinking comes out of the mouths of those who are in the growth mode...
Here is your call to Action
Dust off the Books, CD,s that you have and commit to read and listen everyday, feed yourself the thoughts that will take you where you truly want to go. Remember good in good will come out..The greatest asset you have are your thoughts.Feed the mind the food for great thoughts and watch what happens to your conversations and you will attract the Leader's to you as you continue to be the Leader yourself.Leaders are Readers
Some favorites for me in my Library Think and Grow Rich/Power of positive thinking/Bob proctor You were born Rich/Tom Hopkins books/Brian Tracy many books/ Zig Ziglar/Anthony Robbins Many books/ there truly are hundreds that I could share.. I think you get my point the tools are there for you...
Talk with you soon.
Best Regards
Bill MacMunn
Monday, November 16, 2009
Questions one may ask themselves
Creating a Life without Limits!
A few END-OF-THE-DAY questions for YOU!
Did I make someone giggle, smile or laugh today?
Did I take the time to really listen to someone today, with rapt attention, as if nothing else mattered in that precious moment but the words they spoke and the look in their eyes?
Did I allow myself to focus on all the blessings in my life today instead of contemplating the things I don't have?
Did I take a moment to imagine what I would like to experience in my life, if for no other reason than in the imagining, is the living, and in the living, comes the joy and delight?
Did I let go today, let go of resentments and unforgivingness that I have been holding onto, all the while realizing that another person may be wounded too and struggling with their own pain?
Did I keep my word today, no matter how simple a promise I may have made, knowing it meant a whole lot to someone else?
Did I make a conscious choice just to be happy today, no matter what is happening in my own life, just for the next moment, and the next moment and the next?
Did I stop caring about what other people think of me, and give myself permission to be who I am regardless of their good opinion of me or not? Did I set myself free today just by doing that?
Was I successful in noticing and appreciating the bounty before me wherever I went or was I just too busy or lost in my own thoughts to notice?
Did I contribute something beautiful to the world today? A new creation of some kind, a poem, a dinner, a dance?
Was I kind today to anyone or anything that crossed my path, no matter how trivial or how monumental? Did I give away my heart? Did I make a new friend?
Is one person richer because of me today, because of my presence on the planet, my essence, my decision to keep on going no matter what?
Did I learn something new today, something about life, something about myself, something about another that I didn't know before?
Did I let go of my attachment to being right today, and open my mind to the possibility of another way, without judgement?
Will someone sleep better tonight because of me? Will they awaken in the morning believing in themselves again, and walk with their head held high?
Was I the answer to someone's prayers today?
If today was to be my last day on the planet, would I feel happy about how I lived it?
Call to Action:
Make today your Day, Make your Mark and make it count! You are special!
Best Regards
Bill
A few END-OF-THE-DAY questions for YOU!
Did I make someone giggle, smile or laugh today?
Did I take the time to really listen to someone today, with rapt attention, as if nothing else mattered in that precious moment but the words they spoke and the look in their eyes?
Did I allow myself to focus on all the blessings in my life today instead of contemplating the things I don't have?
Did I take a moment to imagine what I would like to experience in my life, if for no other reason than in the imagining, is the living, and in the living, comes the joy and delight?
Did I let go today, let go of resentments and unforgivingness that I have been holding onto, all the while realizing that another person may be wounded too and struggling with their own pain?
Did I keep my word today, no matter how simple a promise I may have made, knowing it meant a whole lot to someone else?
Did I make a conscious choice just to be happy today, no matter what is happening in my own life, just for the next moment, and the next moment and the next?
Did I stop caring about what other people think of me, and give myself permission to be who I am regardless of their good opinion of me or not? Did I set myself free today just by doing that?
Was I successful in noticing and appreciating the bounty before me wherever I went or was I just too busy or lost in my own thoughts to notice?
Did I contribute something beautiful to the world today? A new creation of some kind, a poem, a dinner, a dance?
Was I kind today to anyone or anything that crossed my path, no matter how trivial or how monumental? Did I give away my heart? Did I make a new friend?
Is one person richer because of me today, because of my presence on the planet, my essence, my decision to keep on going no matter what?
Did I learn something new today, something about life, something about myself, something about another that I didn't know before?
Did I let go of my attachment to being right today, and open my mind to the possibility of another way, without judgement?
Will someone sleep better tonight because of me? Will they awaken in the morning believing in themselves again, and walk with their head held high?
Was I the answer to someone's prayers today?
If today was to be my last day on the planet, would I feel happy about how I lived it?
Call to Action:
Make today your Day, Make your Mark and make it count! You are special!
Best Regards
Bill
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Listen to this!
"If one advances confidently in the
direction of his dreams, and endeavors
to live the life he has imagined,
he will meet with a success
unexpected in common hours."
Here is a question? Take no action, do nothing towards your dreams and endeavors.
30 days from today where will you be in relation to your dreams?
Don't say the same as you were 30 days prior.. Not true. we either go forwards or backwards we never stay the same..Everything is in constant motion moving to or from the very thing we choose to make our reality.I like analogies, I use them allot when I share concepts, it helps the person visualize my point.. If you can visualize it you can create it.What will you achieve? What will you create in your reality? Will you let others tell you? will you let others tell you what you can achieve based on limiting beliefs?
The Internet is loaded with every Idea and concept known to man.. As a matter of fact there are some of the greatest trainers waiting to share their concepts and Ideas for your success.. The Most important Ingredient for your success is You.. You showing up and applying whats available. The truth 98% of the people who read or listen to the concepts for success are looking for the reason it won't work! As sad as that is its fact! Thousands of Books sold , thousands of Cd's, and book's sold and still 98% of the people never open past the first chapter or worse read it and say " great Idea for them but I don't think it will work for me"
Sad but true...
Everybody is looking for the silver magic bullet for success... Is there one?
I believe everyone has the opportunity to take this journey, this journey of success..
We all start at different points, and that is okay.. The Key is Get moving and surround yourself with those who believe in you even when you struggle to believe in yourself, and grow into the person you see yourself as!!
Call to Action:
Take the knowledge that you have been given and put it to action!!Daily, Consistent action
as I started with this I will end with this!!"If one advances confidently in the
direction of his dreams, and endeavors
to live the life he has imagined,
he will meet with a success
unexpected in common hours."
God Bless
Bill MacMunn
"If one advances confidently in the
direction of his dreams, and endeavors
to live the life he has imagined,
he will meet with a success
unexpected in common hours."
Here is a question? Take no action, do nothing towards your dreams and endeavors.
30 days from today where will you be in relation to your dreams?
Don't say the same as you were 30 days prior.. Not true. we either go forwards or backwards we never stay the same..Everything is in constant motion moving to or from the very thing we choose to make our reality.I like analogies, I use them allot when I share concepts, it helps the person visualize my point.. If you can visualize it you can create it.What will you achieve? What will you create in your reality? Will you let others tell you? will you let others tell you what you can achieve based on limiting beliefs?
The Internet is loaded with every Idea and concept known to man.. As a matter of fact there are some of the greatest trainers waiting to share their concepts and Ideas for your success.. The Most important Ingredient for your success is You.. You showing up and applying whats available. The truth 98% of the people who read or listen to the concepts for success are looking for the reason it won't work! As sad as that is its fact! Thousands of Books sold , thousands of Cd's, and book's sold and still 98% of the people never open past the first chapter or worse read it and say " great Idea for them but I don't think it will work for me"
Sad but true...
Everybody is looking for the silver magic bullet for success... Is there one?
I believe everyone has the opportunity to take this journey, this journey of success..
We all start at different points, and that is okay.. The Key is Get moving and surround yourself with those who believe in you even when you struggle to believe in yourself, and grow into the person you see yourself as!!
Call to Action:
Take the knowledge that you have been given and put it to action!!Daily, Consistent action
as I started with this I will end with this!!"If one advances confidently in the
direction of his dreams, and endeavors
to live the life he has imagined,
he will meet with a success
unexpected in common hours."
God Bless
Bill MacMunn
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Dreams You Deserve them
"The problems of the world cannot possibly be solved by skeptics or cynics whose horizons are limited by obvious realities. We need men and women who can dream of things that never were..."
John F. Kennedy
1917-1963, Former American President
When I read this I am reminded of all the people who have gone before you and I and changed the world for good for millions of people.
It's pretty easy to find people that say "It can't be done" or that will never work because !!!!
One of my Mentors and Coach Bob Proctor says" Today is a manifestation of the past 7 years" Just like our Bodies.. They didn't just get tired,sluggish or overweight overnight.. W had to work at it.Dreams.. Do you still dream? or did you allow someone else or some circumstance to lose sight of that dream?
If you answered yes it's never to late to reignite that dream and feed its passion.
Let the people in your life that support your dreams surround you as you break through to the greatness that is each one of us and know that the desires of your heart will be fulfilled by the renewing of your Dreams.
I am reminded of one of my cleansers who desired to release over 100 pounds, and had tyred everything over the last 15 years.. when she decided she would do a cleanse her friends and family said : "another one of those things" She decided against all the skeptics and cynics that her dream was to be able to Walk and exercise and even compete in a marathon..Her Dreams were large..7 months later she not only released the 100 pounds she put on lean muscle mass therefore was able to compete in Marathons.. Dreams do happen, lives do change when the dreams are Big enough... Dream Big You deserve it.
This is your Call to Action What is your Dream? Decide right now, Visualize that Dream Daily and take steps towards accomplishing that Dream.
www.billmacmunn.com
John F. Kennedy
1917-1963, Former American President
When I read this I am reminded of all the people who have gone before you and I and changed the world for good for millions of people.
It's pretty easy to find people that say "It can't be done" or that will never work because !!!!
One of my Mentors and Coach Bob Proctor says" Today is a manifestation of the past 7 years" Just like our Bodies.. They didn't just get tired,sluggish or overweight overnight.. W had to work at it.Dreams.. Do you still dream? or did you allow someone else or some circumstance to lose sight of that dream?
If you answered yes it's never to late to reignite that dream and feed its passion.
Let the people in your life that support your dreams surround you as you break through to the greatness that is each one of us and know that the desires of your heart will be fulfilled by the renewing of your Dreams.
I am reminded of one of my cleansers who desired to release over 100 pounds, and had tyred everything over the last 15 years.. when she decided she would do a cleanse her friends and family said : "another one of those things" She decided against all the skeptics and cynics that her dream was to be able to Walk and exercise and even compete in a marathon..Her Dreams were large..7 months later she not only released the 100 pounds she put on lean muscle mass therefore was able to compete in Marathons.. Dreams do happen, lives do change when the dreams are Big enough... Dream Big You deserve it.
This is your Call to Action What is your Dream? Decide right now, Visualize that Dream Daily and take steps towards accomplishing that Dream.
www.billmacmunn.com
Monday, November 2, 2009
Busy or Productive
Busy or Productive:
One of the best ways to accelerate your progress towards achieving your most important goals is to understand the difference between being busy and being productive.
These days everyone is busy. We’re busy with work commitments, family commitments, community commitments and study commitments just to name a few. We all seem to start each day with a long and demanding ‘To Do’ list.
The big question is – Are the items on your ‘To Do’ list leading you towards achieving your most important goals? Are they Income Producing Activities?
Being truly productive does not involve simply getting a lot of tasks done. It involves identifying and completing the specific tasks that will lead you where you really want to go.
A great question to ask yourself at the end of each day is:
"Am I a step closer to achieving my goals than I was this morning?"
If the answer to this question is "Yes" then you’ve had a productive day. If the answer is "No" then chances are you’ve been very busy but not really productive.
The best way to make the transition from being busy to being productive is to follow these steps:
Step 1: Identify your most important current goals
Step 2: Determine the specific tasks that will move you a step closer to achieving each of your goals
Step 3: Schedule these tasks early in your day when you’re fresh and alert
For example, when I was a General Sales Manager, I was working up to 70 hours a week but deep down I knew that my actions were not taking me any closer to achieving my goals. I felt like a duck swimming against a fast flowing river. I was paddling as hard as I could but I just wasn’t getting anywhere.
Finally I realized what the problem was – I was always busy but never productive.
To break this pattern I set aside one hour a day as ‘My Time’ to work on my own business. This wasn’t always easy to find but I loved the feeling that came from knowing I was doing something productive each day to achieve my goals.
Eventually those one hour blocks of time led to the creation of billmacmunn.com which in turn helped me to walk away from the corporate world.
So I encourage you today to make the transition from being busy to being productive by following the three steps above. When you know what your goals are and you commit to taking a productive step towards achieving them each day, your success really is just a matter of time.
Until next time,
Bill MacMunn
Dare To Dream!
One of the best ways to accelerate your progress towards achieving your most important goals is to understand the difference between being busy and being productive.
These days everyone is busy. We’re busy with work commitments, family commitments, community commitments and study commitments just to name a few. We all seem to start each day with a long and demanding ‘To Do’ list.
The big question is – Are the items on your ‘To Do’ list leading you towards achieving your most important goals? Are they Income Producing Activities?
Being truly productive does not involve simply getting a lot of tasks done. It involves identifying and completing the specific tasks that will lead you where you really want to go.
A great question to ask yourself at the end of each day is:
"Am I a step closer to achieving my goals than I was this morning?"
If the answer to this question is "Yes" then you’ve had a productive day. If the answer is "No" then chances are you’ve been very busy but not really productive.
The best way to make the transition from being busy to being productive is to follow these steps:
Step 1: Identify your most important current goals
Step 2: Determine the specific tasks that will move you a step closer to achieving each of your goals
Step 3: Schedule these tasks early in your day when you’re fresh and alert
For example, when I was a General Sales Manager, I was working up to 70 hours a week but deep down I knew that my actions were not taking me any closer to achieving my goals. I felt like a duck swimming against a fast flowing river. I was paddling as hard as I could but I just wasn’t getting anywhere.
Finally I realized what the problem was – I was always busy but never productive.
To break this pattern I set aside one hour a day as ‘My Time’ to work on my own business. This wasn’t always easy to find but I loved the feeling that came from knowing I was doing something productive each day to achieve my goals.
Eventually those one hour blocks of time led to the creation of billmacmunn.com which in turn helped me to walk away from the corporate world.
So I encourage you today to make the transition from being busy to being productive by following the three steps above. When you know what your goals are and you commit to taking a productive step towards achieving them each day, your success really is just a matter of time.
Until next time,
Bill MacMunn
Dare To Dream!
Taking Responsibility
TAKE 100% RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR LIFE As human beings, we often believe we don't have enough money,romance, success or joy in our lives. But what we need to understand is that greatness exists in all of us. It's simply a matter of pulling that greatness out of ourselves and using it to get us from where we are now...to where we want to be. While many people believe they are entitled to live a great life, top achievers we've met over the years know they must take 100% responsibility for achieving the lifestyle, relationships, financial freedom and opportunities they experience in their lives. This isn't always easy. But one way to start taking more responsibility is to begin responding differently to the events that occur in your life.
Empower your lIfe Take back the control now.
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