“The mental preparation is what sets certain people apart …”
– Ryan Clark
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Monthly Archives: August 2012
Declare Your Success Before It Happens
Muhammad Ali was one of the all-time best because he knew it was going to happen before evidence appeared. This may be the most important qualities all champions share – they have an ability to believe so deeply in themselves, that all current circumstances become irrelevant.
For you to take your “game” to the next level, you’re going to have to lay it on the line, and declare your 1% Success Story before it manifests. If you wait for it to happen before believing … it won’t happen.
Every morning when you wake up, repeat to yourself: “What’s my driving force? Attack fearlessly today – all day. I believe!”
Strength Isn't Just A Man Thing
How much sweat are you willing to lose to achieve your dreams?
Seeing Isn't Always Done With Your Eyes
Take Control Of Your Destiny
Dr. Ben Carson grew up in poverty, was called “dummy,” and had a bad temper … yet, somehow still became the world’s leading neurosurgeon. He took control of his situation and expected nothing less than greatness from himself.
His mother repeatedly told him, “The world is inside of you. You just gotta see beyond what you can see!”
What's Driving You?
Your motivation is the only thing that can pull you through the toughest times. You better know why you do what you do …
Desire Starts The Momentum
How bad do you want it?
What will you do to achieve it?
When the majority say you can’t, will you believe them?
How much frustration are you willing to endure along the way?
What’s your driving force?
It's Not About What You Want …
Make the distinction between what you want to do and what you have to do!
Motivation Is The Key
Every day, people ask me why I wake up at 4:00 am, why I’m so serious about my career, and why I sacrifice so much of my “fun time.” The answer is simple: Family! Not only do I want to provide for my daughter’s future, but I am obsessed with being the perfect role model. She’s only 3, but hears, sees, and especially FEELS everything.
I want to be that model that shows what grind, sweat, and sacrifice means, and why it’s so important. By the time she’s making her own life altering decisions, I want it to be instinctive that pain and struggle equal achievement, not failure. As she witnesses all the heartache that real life hands, I want her to know that quitting is never an option, and attainment of any dream is probable. She will grow up knowing that fearlessness is her biggest weapon, and risking to achieve is mandatory.
I wake up early, tired or not … 3 hours of sleep or 6 … because I want my wife to be able to quit the 9-5 job and pursue her passions and dreams she talks about daily. I want her to jump out of bed every morning, excited about the potential of the new day, rather than being stressed about getting to work on time – I don’t want there to be “work on time” thought in her mind. She’s grinded so hard to allow me to attack my passions … it’s my time to give her the freedom she deserves!
My dad taught me the truth isn’t what they say … it’s what I believe! My mom taught me that I’m not responsible for anyone else’s happiness, but I can offer knowledge and wisdom to aid in their journey. My stepmom modeled pure selflessness and doing for others before focusing on self. My stepdad taught me that a solid business requires passion for details, an unrivaled discipline, and a love of learning.
Family is why I am who I am, and why I will continue to wake up before the sun does.
Find Your Greatness
It’s not for the special … it’s for those who believe they will be special!