The Biggest Setback for Entrepreneurs
Summary
- I've noticed that many new business owners struggle with self-control, particularly when it comes to focusing on their main goals.
- Self-control in business is about saying no to minor distractions in order to stay committed to the long-term vision.
- It's important to practice self-control similar to following a diet; resist small temptations to achieve bigger objectives.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing strategies to enhance self-control in your business, inspired by how one might follow a diet. Just as you would avoid snacking on a cookie to achieve a weight loss goal, try to resist small distractions that can pull you away from your main business objectives.
Here's how you can start:
Define Your Goals: Start by writing down your long-term business vision. Make sure it's clear and specific. This acts like your diet plan – you need to know what you're aiming for.
Identify Temptations: Recognize the 'cookies' in your business – the minor tasks or opportunities that seem tempting but don't align with your goals. It could be a new project that sounds exciting but isn't really profitable.
Practice Saying No: Just like avoiding junk food, get in the habit of saying no to things that distract you from your goals. If it doesn't help you move closer to your main objective, turn it down.
Set Daily Priorities: Every day, list the tasks that will help you stick to your 'business diet'. Focus on these first before anything else.
Track Your Progress: Keep a journal or use an app to track how well you're staying focused on your goals. This is like checking your weight on a scale – it tells you if you're on the right track.
Reward Yourself: Set milestones – when you hit one, celebrate! Like a cheat meal on a diet, small rewards can keep you motivated.
Remember, your business success depends on your ability to focus on what's truly important and say no to the rest. By practicing self-control, you're more likely to achieve your long-term business vision.
Quotes by Leila Hormozi
"the biggest thing that I see especially in people that are starting business is that they don't have the self-control to say no to the tiny objects"
– Leila Hormozi
"when you think of self-control you probably think of somebody who can go on a diet and they can resist eating the cookie"
– Leila Hormozi
"because they want to lose weight"
– Leila Hormozi
"in a business setting I think of it as somebody who is able to say no in the short term"
– Leila Hormozi
"to say yes to the main thing they want in the long term"
– Leila Hormozi
Full Transcript
the biggest thing that I see especially in people that are starting business is that they don't have the self-control to say no to the tiny objects so when you think of self-control you probably think of somebody who can go on a diet and they can resist eating the cookie because they want to lose weight in a business setting I think of it as somebody who is able to say no in the short term to say yes to the main thing they want in the long term
