When to Walk Away…
Summary
- I emphasize the importance of sticking to high standards.
- To truly maintain high standards, you must be willing to walk away from anything that doesn't meet them.
- It's essential to communicate your standards clearly to others by having a definitive line and upholding it.
- By holding firm to your standards, you are affirming a sincere commitment to yourself and the values you profess.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest starting to uphold high standards by being crystal clear on what they are. You got to know where your line is—what's okay and what's not. Think about what's most important to you and make those your top standards.
A good way of doing this is to write down your standards. Make a list. This could be for your work, your relationships, or just for yourself. Keep it somewhere you can see it often. Remind yourself what you stand for.
Remember, to keep to these high standards, you need to be ready to say no. If something comes up and it doesn't fit your rules, be okay with walking away. It might be a business deal, a project, or anything else that feels off. Don't be afraid to turn it down.
Make sure you tell others about your standards too. Do it in a kind way, but be firm about it. This helps people understand what you expect. If they see you're serious about your rules, they'll respect you more.
Stick to your guns. Every time you hold on to your standards, you're telling yourself a big "yes." This means you're true to your values. It’s not just about talking; it’s about doing. So, start small and stay consistent. That's how you'll maintain high standards.
Quotes by Alex Hormozi
"if you never walk away from something that's below your standard you just like talking"
– Alex Hormozi
"if you have high standards it means that if it doesn't meet your standard you don't do the deal"
– Alex Hormozi
"you have to let people know where your line is"
– Alex Hormozi
"the only way to do that is to actually have a line"
– Alex Hormozi
"you're really saying a deep yes to yourself about the standards that you claim to have"
– Alex Hormozi
Full Transcript
high standards but if you never walk away from something that's below your standard you just like talking if you have high standards it means that if it doesn't meet your standard you don't do the deal you have to let people know where your line is and the only way to do that is to actually have a line and to actually hold it because you're really saying a deep yes to yourself about the standards that you claim to have and that they're true