I’ve listened to yet another GVOAcademy webinar.

I really must give them up, not because they aren’t absolutely brilliant, but because they’re always on in the early hours of the morning for me over here in UK, and by the time I collapse into bed, my mind is so active I can’t sleep anyway.

I learn a lot though, and apparently they’re soon to be recorded, which means you might see me on video soon.  You see one of the products with GVO is easy video producer where you can get your video up online with just a few clicks of your mouse.

 

It’s not called “Easy” video producer for nothing, but until I get rid of the bags under my eyes through lack of sleep, I don’t fancy getting in front of my video camera.

Anyway, this morning, the presenters were discussing the importance of taking action, and they’re absolutely right. It doesn’t matter how much you buy amoxil learn in life, unless you apply that knowledge, nothing happens. 

That’s particularly true in business.

The results you get are determined by the amount, and type of action you take.

 It’s called momentum, and is based on the anagram F.I.S.T, which stands for Focus, Intention, Strategy and Time.

 Momentum means movement.

 The problem with starting anything new though is often the amount of energy and time you have to put in at the beginning.  It’s a lot like the fuel needed to fly an airplane.  Most of it is used during take-off.

 It’s also pretty scary.

 So, let me tell you about F.I.S.T. and how the components affect your results.

FOCUS  – There are many different ways to develop and promote a business.  Often though, people try too many things at once, which dilute the results.  Often, it’s best to focus on just one thing at a time, then, when you’ve got it working, move on to the next.

The problem most people find, including me, is there are just too many different strategies to choose from, and they feel they ought to try them all.

Maybe, that’s true, BUT it’s better to focus on things that feel right for you.  It’s fine to be aware of all the different things, but you DON’T have to do them all.  Infact, the reality is, you CAN’T do them all.

I know that, but I still get it wrong, all the time.

I need to listen to my own advice, and the  expression all the experts use – K.I.S.S. – Keep It Simple Stupid!  

(Fortunately, I don’t take it personally).

INTENTION – Okay, next bit.   If you know what results you want to achieve, you’ll know where to focus your attention. 

You need a clear vision, so you have to ask yourself what’s the purpose, or intent, of every action you take?  It’s important to know, because every action builds upon the last, and EVERYTHING you do should have a desired result.

Do you know what it is?

My aim with this post is to trick you into thinking I actually know what I’m talking about, and to build up a bit of K.L.T.

You’ll remember from my previous posts that stands for Know, Like and Trust.

 How am I doing?

 STRATEGY – So, you know what result you want to achieve, now you’ll need to decide what strategy (ies) you want to use to achieve it.

If you already had a Strategy Statement planned out, that’s great, but if not you might want to create one by listing what you’re going to do to get where you want to be. 

You have to be realistic though.

It’s one of those things you can review and evaluate over and over again.  Find out what’s working and what isn’t, then refine it.

Don’t take on too much though.

Remember, if you overstretch yourself, and feel there’s too much to do, you won’t take any action at all, and without action there’s no movement. 

I think it’s called paralysis by analysis, or something like that.

The trick is to just start small, well actually it’s JUST START, and do one thing you enjoy consistently.

Ask yourself this question  –If you could do only ONE thing, what would it be, and how often would you do it?

TIME – Okay, here’s the big one.  How long will it take for your business to take off or for you to become good at something?

Well, if you keep every strategy simple and make it fun, you’re far more likely to continue, because consistency is another factor in having a successful business.  You can’t expect to do something just once if you want good results; besides the more you do something, the easier it gets.

I think Tony Robbins said you have to do something 84 times to get really good at it, but don’t quote me.  One thing’s for sure though, when you understand something and get good at it, you feel more comfortable, and confident enough to move on to a different strategy.

Eventually, you can have several strategies working for you, and provided they all produce results that’s just great.

Many  people suggest concentrated  focus for the first 90 – 100 days is a great way to gain momentum.  I don’t know about that because I’m still at the stage where I want to try everything – useless aren’t I?

I’m dabbling in all sorts of things and getting my feet wet, but that’s just me.  I never was any good at listening to my own advice.

You might want to though, so just don’t get disheartened if things aren’t going your way- YET. 

As they say – Rome wasn’t built in a day, and your business won’t be either.

Just find what works for you, and have fun on the journey.

Take care and good luck.

Jean Shaw

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