The Amazing 3-Step Formula To Success!
Believe it or not, there is a special 3-step formula that makes
people successful.
Unfortunately, you can't buy the formula. But if you could, it
would be hotter than reality television shows!
So, what is this amazing 3-step formula I'm talking about?
Okay. Here it is:
1. Have a goal.
2. Do what you love.
3. Have relentless desire and determination.
That's it. That's the formula.
Now don't be fooled by the simplicity of the formula. After all,
if it were easy, everyone would be successful and we all know
that's not the case.
However, the formula is definitely viable for anyone whom
religiously follows the steps.
Let's start with the first part of the formula:
(1.) Have a goal.
Every ounce of human progress--our inventions big and small, our
medical and scientific discoveries, our engineering
achievements, our business successes--were first visualized
before they became realities. High-tech satellites orbit the
earth because scientists made it their goal to conquer space.
So, what is a goal?
A goal is an objective, a purpose. A goal is more than just a
dream, it's a dream acted upon. A goal is more than just sitting
back and "wishing you could." A goal is a clear-as- glass, "This
is what I'm working toward."
Nothing happens, no steps forward are taken, until a goal is
established. Without goals, individuals just wander aimlessly
through life under-achieving. They stumble and bumble along, not
having a clue where they're going. So, as a result, they never
get anywhere.
Goals are as essential to success as air is to life. No one ever
stumbles into success, without having a clear-cut goal. (Winning
the lottery doesn't count). Develop a clear picture of where you
want to go.
Write your goals down and review them every single day.
Formulate a game plan. Ask yourself where you want to be a month
from now--a year from now--3 years, 5 years, 10 years.
Tape a picture of your goal on your bathroom mirror and on your
refrigerator--whether it's a new house, a new car, whatever.
Make visualizing and thinking about your goals a daily exercise.
Because it is only by constantly visualizing your goals will
they become a reality.
And don't worry about setbacks, detours or little bumps in the
road or big bumps either for that matter. Setbacks happen to
everyone. That's life. Forget about it. Make the necessary
adjustments and keep going.
Up next is the second part of the formula:
(2.) Do what you love.
There's an old saying, "Do what you love and you'll never have
to work a day in your life!"
Do you understand what that means? It means if you work at doing
something you truly love and enjoy, it won't really seem like
work at all.
Speaking from personal experience, I'm here to tell you that is
absolutely the truth. Let me give you an example of what I'm
talking about.
A few years ago, I made it my goal to have a successful business
on the Internet, even though I had no computer experience and
knew absolutely nothing about the Internet.
At that time, I didn't even own a computer. All I had was my
WebTV and a boatload of determination.
Well, my friends, to make a long story short, I'm happy to say
that I've achieved that goal. And now I get to stay home all
day, everyday and play on my computer, writing articles like
this one and publishing my "Let's Make Money Newsletter."
So, how did I do it?
I went to the libray and taught myself how to use a computer. I
read book after book on how the Internet works and I taught
myself basic HTML (very basic).
Anyway, the bottom line is, I'm now doing what I love. Most
mornings I get up at six o'clock, because I can't wait to get
started. And most nights, I don't get offline until about eight
or nine o'clock.
Now by my calculations, those are 14 or 15 hour hour work days.
But it doesn't seem like work to me, because I'm doing what I
love. Those 14 or 15 hour days fly right by--and that's the
whole point!
"Do what you love and you'll never have to work a day in your
life!"
If you hate your job, find a way to do what you love so that you
can quit. You may even have to work another part-time job or
something to get to that point. But if you really and truly want
it badly enough, you'll do whatever it takes.
Finally, we come to the third and last part of the formula:
(3.) Relentless desire and determination.
It is also the main reason why most people don't succeeed. They
don't have relentless desire and determination. I want you to
commit the following words to memory:
"Any success you achieve will be in direct proportion to your
desire and determination. The more desire and determination you
have, the greater will be your success."
Here's another example to illustrate my point:
Most people think it's Kobe Bryant's amazing talent that sets
him apart from the other players in the NBA. And make no
mistake, his talent does play a significant role in his success.
But what really makes Kobe Bryant special is his "relentless
desire and determination." He just wants to win more than
everybody else.
It's no secret that Kobe practices longer and harder than just
about anyone else in the NBA, with the possible exception of
Karl Malone. He also works out like a demon.
But that's exactly what it takes. You have to be as maniacal
about success as Kobe Bryant is. I'll repeat something I said
earlier in this article:
"Any success you achieve will be in direct proportion to your
desire and determination. The more desire and determination you
have, the greater will be your success."
Now after reading this article, I'm sure many of you are
wondering where and how to get started.
The very first thing I recommend is a complete re- programming
of your mind. Because before you can start walking down that
road to success, you first have to get your mind right.
In that regard, there are two books I consider absolute MUST
reads, if you are at all serious about being successful in
whatever it is you choose to do.
The books are, "Think and Grow Rich" by Napolean Hill and "The
Magic of Thinking Big" by Dr. David Schwartz.
Your local bookstore or library should have both books, since
they're all-time classics. If not, try Amazon.com. But whatever
you do, make the investment in yourself and get those books!
Another thing, if you're married or living with someone and you
suddenly announce to your spouse or lover that you want to
eventually quit your job and "do what you love." Don't expect a
whole lot of support or kisses and hugs.
Unfortunately, most people are conditioned to the "9 to 5,
retire at 65," way of thinking.
So, if you expect support and encouragement from your family and
friends, you're probably going to be disappointed. That's just
the way it is. Most likely, you'll probably hear a bunch of
negativity.
That's the point when you have to stay strong and focused.
Because chances are, you're going to be in this alone. That's
why the mind re-programming is so important. It'll help you stay
focused and positive. And if by chance you do happen to have
family and friends who do support you, so much the better!
Anyway, that's it. That's "The Amazing 3-Step Formula To
Success!" You'll notice not once in this entire article did I
mention anything about making more money. Why? Because "if you
do what you love, the money will follow!"
In closing, if you want to be successful, you must NEVER give
up. You must NEVER quit. NEVER! No matter what!