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Eyes Forward

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Without exception, each student today wanted to explain why their past makes it difficult to accomplish their future goals.
Let me make this simple: I don’t want to hear about past “failures,” what your mom and dad said when you were young, or how friends keep telling you that it’s impossible. The only thing you should be focusing on is why you WILL attain your goals, and how they WILL manifest … period!
Make a committed decision that enough is enough. “What was” has nothing to do with what will be.
Create the 1% Mentality!

What Are You Focused On?

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As I was preparing notes for an upcoming presentation, I wrote this as a topic of discussion:

The 1% only focus on the garbage can … never the garbage.

In other words, the 1% Mentality never worries about weaknesses or obstacles … it only focuses on how to eliminate them, making room for strengths and freedom! The 99% become consumed with why it’s not happening, why it may be too difficult, or how much work it’ll take to become successful. They’re concentrating on the garbage, ignoring where it belongs. 99% will stay in the same place, complaining about the same setbacks. This happens because they haven’t made a committed decision to focus on what’s probable in their lives. Notice I didn’t say “possible.” Possibility is useless until you make a choice that it’ll turn into probability!
The most successful people have learned that their past has nothing to do with their future. The garbage that may have held them back, the garbage they used as excuses, and the garbage that made them doubt has no power in where they’re going. The moment they decide to focus on the garbage can, plans can be made and action can be taken towards a 1% future.
Look at yourself in the mirror and be honest with the person staring back. What are you focusing on?

What's Missing?

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Here’s a quick question for you to marinate on over the weekend:

What information, tools, or mentors are missing in your plan today that will allow you to receive what you want in the future? Are you lacking specific knowledge that you need in order to achieve your goals?

Ask it honestly. Many would instantly answer, “If I knew what I was missing…” Many do know, but choose to look the other way because finding the answer would take more work than they’re willing to give.

What information are you lacking, that if implemented into your game plan, would catapult you to the next level? Becoming the 1% means doing more than you thought you’d ever need to do.

A Game-Changing Opportunity

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There are times in our lives where we’re presented with special opportunities – the type of opportunity that, if taken, can change our current path. I was blessed with such an opportunity Wednesday morning at 7:30. Motivational speaker, Eric Thomas, voice of How Bad Do You Want It and author of The Secret To Success, blocked time for me to call him. I found Eric on YouTube last year, loved his passion and “don’t talk about it, be about it” attitude. Not only did I love his style, but he instantly became an example of the 1% Success model I use with my students.

Eric was a high school dropout and homeless for a period of time, yet still found a way to make a decision to not only get his 4 year degree, but also a Masters, and is currently working on a PHD. THIS is 1%. This is the picture I convey to my students when they tell me, “It’s too difficult.” Ask Eric about difficult … then take a look at his resume, how far he’s come, and where he’s going.

To say the least, I was excited to talk with him, pick his brain, and especially listen to his dedication and intensity for success. The man has infectious passion and makes you believe that nothing but YOU can stop you. He gave me 30 minutes of pure knowledge and experience because he simply wanted to help, not because he expected anything in return. This opportunity was game-changing for me, and I will not waste those valuable minutes he shared. 
Be aware of every opportunity that comes your way, and take advantage of each one. Some are small, others are life-changing, but every one is meaningful and plays a role in your development. Your goals can only be attained after the manifestation of many dedicated and committed actions. Live with the 1% mentality.

Probability Over Possibility

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Are you there yet? Will you ever “get there?” When you’re faced with the majority of friends and family telling you why it won’t happen, what’s your response? I don’t mean your external, what you tell them response, I’m talking about that internal conversation you have with yourself. Do you agree with them … even just a little? If yes, your chances to attain your goals instantly decrease. There can’t be even a tiny bit of doubt in your mind. Your reaction to the naysayers has to turn into automatic laughter, as if you know they’re clueless and will never understand. Never defend your passions to anyone.

I’ve labeled it 1% for a reason, remember. The majority will never step out of their comfort zone and risk it all to achieve more than they currently have.

I was recently asked how I fight those who criticize me. I don’t … ever! I never verbally fight anyone. I may disagree and give my opinion as to why I believe the way I do, but I’ve grown to realize everyone is on their own path and have their own timeline. I don’t know it all, and don’t pretend to. I do believe, with all my being, that we can achieve anything we want if we first make the decision to choose nothing less. Always choose probability over possibility. You WILL attain … period!