Podcast Summary
Andy's Prioritization of Running Businesses Over Selling Information: Andy values authentic learning experiences and prioritizes running his businesses over selling information at events.
Andy, the host of the MF CEO project, prioritizes running real businesses over creating and selling information about success. He's been away due to the busy season for his company and his partnership with Ed in the RTA syndicate, an exclusive entrepreneurial society. They aim to provide value through teaching at events, rather than selling more products or services. Andy is disillusioned with the current trend of entrepreneurial events that prioritize selling over education and has decided to limit his speaking engagements. Instead, he will focus on his businesses and providing genuine learning opportunities for those who attend events featuring his or Ed's names.
Don't let 'what if' questions hold you back: Focus on taking action and learning from experiences to achieve goals, success is a journey not a destination
Success is not a magical thing that can be achieved without putting in the necessary work. Many people ask themselves "what if" questions as a way to avoid taking action, but this mindset can lead to mental torture and self-abuse. The truth is, no one who has built something ever knew exactly where they would end up, but they took action despite uncertainty. Don't let "what if" questions hold you back from achieving your goals. Instead, focus on taking action and learning from your experiences along the way. Remember, success is a journey, not a destination.
Imagine a larger target for progress: Start taking action, learn from mistakes, and make improvements along the way to achieve progress
It's essential to take action and make adjustments along the way rather than overanalyzing and constantly changing plans. Using the analogy of golf, the speaker suggests imagining a larger target to encourage progress, even if it's not perfect. This approach applies to various aspects of life, including business, fitness, and personal goals. The key is to start doing something and learn from the experience to make improvements. Instant success may not come overnight, but consistent effort will bring progress. Paralysis by analysis is a common issue, and it's essential to remember that taking action, no matter how small, is better than being stuck in indecision.
Cherish the moments and recognize contributions: Appreciate the journey and relationships, not just the end goal. Recognize and cherish employees' contributions for a lasting impact.
The journey and the experiences we have along the way are just as important, if not more so, than the end goal. Mike the boot guy's custom cowboy boots were a thoughtful gesture for his long-term employees, but what truly touched them was the recognition of their contributions and the memories they shared. It's easy to get caught up in the desire for material possessions, but true success comes from the relationships we build and the challenges we overcome together. As the speaker emphasizes, anything great in life was once considered impossible, but through determination and a champion's mentality, we can achieve remarkable things. So, focus on the journey, cherish the moments, and don't let fear of failure hold you back.
Don't let perfectionism hold you back: Taking action, learning from mistakes, and adapting is more important than having a perfect plan or knowing what to do all the time.
Action is key to success. It's not about having a perfect plan or knowing what to do all the time. Instead, it's about taking action, learning from mistakes, and adapting along the way. As the speaker puts it, "people that succeed do shit and people that don't succeed talk about what can go wrong doing shit." So, rather than focusing on what ifs and potential roadblocks, it's important to put yourself out there and be willing to face challenges head-on. This mindset and skill set will set you apart from those who are stuck in analysis paralysis and never make a move. Remember, it's better to have tried and failed than to never have tried at all.
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