The fastest way to success is simpler than you think.

Don't fall into the trap of believing that success is only reserved for ‘special people.' It's easier to succeed today than ever before. Anyone can do it. However, not everyone will.

The strategy that I’m going to share with you has allowed me to build a multi-million dollar business, attract the woman of my dreams, and travel the world doing what I love.

I'm not saying this to impress you, but rather to express to you the power of this strategy.

Are you ready to fast track your success so that you can get to where you want to go, faster?

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Success always leaves clues.

If anyone is successful at anything in their life, it's not because they are lucky. For most, success comes from preparation, hard work and taking advantage of opportunities. Successful people engage in specific behaviors and rituals. They understand that success isn't a one-time event. Rather, success is a habit.

A lot of successful people are conscious of certain things that lead to their results. However, most of what they do is done on an unconscious level. They don't necessarily know why they are masters of their craft.

The four stages of competence is a model based on the idea that before a learning experience begins, learners are unaware of what or how much they know. However, as they move through four psychological states, their competence develops. Let's deconstruct each stage.

Level 1 – Unconsciously Incompetent

This is when you struggle with something, but you aren't even aware of it. It's not until someone points your incompetence out to you, that you develop awareness about it.

Level 2 – Consciously Incompetent

This is when you are consciously aware of being incompetent. This is the first step to changing anything in your life. When you are aware of the change that needs to be made, you feel empowered to do something about it.

Level 3 – Consciously Competent

This is when you are aware of your ability to do something. You dedicate yourself towards the improvement of your skill through repetition and practice.

Level 4 – Unconsciously Competent

As you build up your experience and credibility, eventually you reach a level where you don't even have to think about the very thing that you are good at. It just becomes a part of who you are.

As an educator, I am always trying to break down everything that has led me to achieve success

I want to share this knowledge with others. However, a lot of people that you want to learn from aren't necessarily aware of the specific mindset, beliefs, and behaviors that have gotten them to where they are today. It's your job to figure out what they are doing that is working for them, and then apply those strategies to your life.

If you want to be successful, the fastest way to get there is to find someone who is getting consistent results and then model his/her behavior. Your job is to become a detective.

However, you can't just model their strategies.

You also have to master their inner game as well, which is comprised of the mindset, beliefs, and values that they live by. This is where a lot of people come up short. For example, they may go through a training program but don't know how to take on the mindset of the person that developed it. This is when inner conflict ensues. Rituals and affirmations are a powerful way to condition new beliefs so that they become a part of who you are.

When it comes to success, don't try to reinvent the wheel. Find people that are crushing it in your niche of interest. Study them and buy their products. All of the information is available there for you. If they have a great business and it's working, you can market and sell your products in the same way, without copying them of course. Doing so will ensure that you achieve similar results.

Similarly, you could research your top ten competitors and look for the commonalities amongst them. What are they all doing that is leading to their success? Once you know, model their strategies. The proof is in the pudding. Yes, you've still got to hustle if you want to achieve success. However, what's even more important is that you learn how to work smart.

The fastest way to success is achieved by modeling the habits of successful people.

Doing so will allow you to compress decades into days. Drop your ego and give up thinking that you know it all. Rather, be coachable and learn from as many people as you can. More importantly, always question what it is that you already know. If there is a better way of thinking about something, be the first to take it on.

In the words of Robert Kiyosaki, “The most successful people in life are the ones who ask questions. They're always learning. They're always growing. They're always pushing.”

Now is the time to get real with yourself… are you ready for success?

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Fail your way towards success. I bet you don't hear that every day. It seems counterintuitive, right? Stay with me.

From an early age, we are taught that failure is a bad thing. In school, A's equal success, whereas F's equal failure. As a result, we try to avoid failure at all costs.

We have been conditioned to believe that the only way to succeed is if you win. However, that's not how life works. As the famous saying goes, “If you've never failed, then you've never lived.” The reality is that, in order to succeed in life, you need to fail more.

Failure is life's greatest teacher. The most memorable of triumphs are the ones where we had to lose everything in order to find ourselves again; where we had to push our limits and do the impossible in order to realize the infinite potential that resides inside of us.

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You are supposed to fail.

I don't care what anyone says. Failure is the stepping stone to success in life. You don't become a bigger, better and stronger version of yourself by hanging out in your comfort zone and never trying anything new. Sometimes scaring ourselves senseless is the only way to create your call to action.

In his book, Celebrating Failure: The Power of Taking Risks, Making Mistakes and Thinking Big, author Ralph Health says that “The quickest road to success is to possess an attitude towards failure of “no fear.”

Just because you fail, that doesn't mean that you are a failure. Our ego would try and prove us otherwise. As soon as things start going wrong, many of us immediately want to run for the hills. Why would we want to consciously something that doesn't feel good? I get it, but you will never know how amazing you can be unless you risk it all and try.

We've all experienced failure. It's not fun to admit that we've failed at something, but knowing that we have all been there lessens life's blows. We tend to forget that the most successful people in this world didn't get to where they are today because of luck. They failed multiple times, but the only difference between them and the rest of the world is that they stood back up and tried again.

Take Michael Jordan as an example. He was cut from his high school basketball team and missed over 9,000 shots in his career. Did he give up? Hell no.

Failure is a part of his success story. He didn't get to where he is today without making mistakes. In the words of Scott Adams, the creator of Dilbert – “The universe has plenty of luck to go around; you just need to keep your hand raised until it’s your turn. It helps to see failure as a road and not a wall.”

You know you are truly failing in life when you aren't trying. That means that you aren't even in the game. Trust me when I say that you don't create an epic life by sitting on the sidelines. Nothing good ever happens there.

Don't get me wrong… I'm not preaching that you should go out into the world and fail at anything and everything. You want to make sure that your failures are small and manageable. Don't allow them to destroy your life, because those are the failures that are hard to recover from. Similarly, I encourage you to have a system for tracking your failures so that you know what not to repeat. This is especially important if you run an online business. Mistakes can cost you a lot of money if you aren't careful.

I've failed thousands of times and I will most likely fail more in the future. I'm OK with that because I view failure as a good thing. To fail means that I am experimenting with life and figuring out what works and what doesn't work. Failure is merely an experiment that didn’t work out.

The next time that you fail, congratulate yourself, learn from it and keep moving forward.

You just got one step closer to becoming the best version of yourself. It's all about shifting your perspective. Living a purpose-driven life requires that you screw up and embrace the unknown. When you change your definition of failure and view it as a path to success, there is nothing that will stand in your way of achieving your goals.

What are you waiting for? Start failing your way towards success!

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Can you earn money online with affiliate marketing? Anything is possible. The question isn't whether or not affiliate marketing is a feasible passive income opportunity. Rather, it's about whether or not you are willing to put in the hard work to make it work for you.

For those of you who don't know, affiliate marketing involves selling another person's product or services, in exchange for a commission. In my opinion, this is one of the best ways to earn money online.

The industry has grown exponentially over the last few years. An independent survey commissioned by Rakuten Affiliate Network found that affiliate marketing is set to reach $6.8 billion by 2020. These numbers are proof that affiliate marketing has a bright future.

However, keep in mind that affiliate marketing isn't a get rich quick scheme. Rather, it's a process, that takes time, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to succeed. Are you ready to build an online business that actually makes you money? I'm here to show you how.

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If you want to build a thriving affiliate marketing business that lasts for years to come, you first need to build the foundation.

Can you earn money online with affiliate marketing?

I suggest that you follow these 5 steps in order to create the momentum that you need in order to start earning money online with affiliate marketing:

1. Study And Learn From Other Affiliates

As many of you know, I am a big believer in the power of personal development work. If you want to be the best, you need to learn from the best. Take an online course, watch YouTube videos, go to seminars, or research and review successful affiliate blogs. By investing the time and energy into building your skills, and doing the hard work to master the game, you will set yourself up for success much faster.

2. Build A Website

In order to be an affiliate marketer, you will need a website or blog from which you can promote other people's products or services. When it comes to creating an affiliate website that converts readers into buyers, content is king.

Focus on providing your readers with high quality, cutting-edge information and advice. Doing so will ensure that you are perceived as likeable and trustworthy; two skills that, if mastered, are guaranteed to win you long-lasting relationships.

Secondly, if you want to be successful online, you need to have a next level website design. If your website isn't easy to navigate or doesn't incite curiosity from the get-go, visitors will leave your site and won't come back. Invest time and effort into making it the best it can be. You can build a beautiful WordPress website, for free. All that you need to pay for is the domain name.

3. Find A Niche

Because the affiliate marketing niche has become a competitive industry, it is important that you invest the time into finding the right niche that will consistently make you money. Don't just pick something because you like it. That's not a smart business move.

You could start off by doing a simple Google keyword search to find out how many people are searching for your niche of interest. Similarly, if your niche focuses on digital products, a great place to do research is on ClickBank, which is considered to be one of the largest affiliate networks online. The end goal is to find a profitable niche and run with it!

4. Choose The Right Product or Service To Promote

Research shows that 75% of affiliate marketers fail to earn money from affiliate marketing because they do not choose the best product to promote. If you want to get sales with affiliate marketing, you need to tailor your products to the needs of your target audience.

Do your research. Find out what your audience wants, what challenges they are facing, and then figure out how you can provide solutions to their problems. Once you have a clear understanding of who they are, then you can start looking for the best products or services that cater to their needs.

5. Choose Your Merchant Wisely

Whatever product or service that you decide to promote, you want to make sure that the company or person who is behind it is credible. If your visitors buy a product that you are an affiliate for and end up being unhappy, that reflects poorly on you. Also, don't shy away from diversifying yourself and promoting products from different merchants.

So, can you earn money online with affiliate marketing? Anything is possible. If you have an interest in becoming an affiliate marketer, I encourage you to take action now! It's never too late to start. Learning how to market online as an affiliate can change your life if you are willing to put in the hard work.

I have had massive success with affiliate marketing, and I know you can as well. In the words of Bo Bennett, “Affiliate marketing has made businesses millions and ordinary people millionaires.” What are you waiting for?

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Selling on Amazon can be a life-changing, lucrative business. However, there are also many mistakes to avoid selling on Amazon. Today, I have an advanced Amazon seller who is ready to reveal the biggest mistakes newbie Amazon sellers make! Are you ready to become an Amazon seller and create the financial freedom that you desire?

While I was at the Amazing Seller Summit in Las Vegas this past year, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kevin King.

Kevin is a super successful seller on Amazon. He has an incredible story of how he got started selling on Amazon.

The purpose of interviews like these is to inspire and show you that anything is possible, no matter where you come from or what your circumstances are in life.

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Here is a sneak peak of my interview with Kevin King! This advanced Amazon seller reveals secrets to making millions on Amazon, and shares some vital mistakes newbie Amazon sellers make.

Can you share a little bit about your story and how you got started with selling on Amazon and creating online businesses?

I’ve been an entrepreneur my entire life. I’ve never worked a corporate job, so I’ve gone through the ups and downs. It’s all part of the game. Four years ago I became aware of the opportunity to sell on Amazon as a private labeling company. At that time, I was coming out of a business that was on a downward spiral and I wasn’t ready to take the leap. In hindsight, I wish I had. Finally, in 2015, I got my rear in gear, started selling as a third party seller, and I launched five different brands.

Can you share some of the success that you’ve had since you started your selling on Amazon in 2015?

This year, on Amazon alone, I should hit close to $3 million in sales. I’m a one-man show. I have no employees, no office, and no virtual assistants.

I’ll probably do another half a million dollars this year on sales from other sites, like Wal-Mart. The opportunities with Amazon are far-reaching. There has never been anything like this in the world. Amazon is a little more competitive now than it was a few years ago, and it’s definitely not a get rich quick deal where you push a button, sit back, and retire on a beach. If you are willing to put in the work, you can create a very comfortable lifestyle by selling on Amazon.

The returns on selling physical products on Amazon are unlike anything else in this world. If you have $10,000 to invest in your Amazon business, and you are able to keep re-investing, within a two-year period, that will turn into a $50,000 profit. That’s just from an average product on Amazon. If you have a normal job and you are looking for a way to transition out of it, becoming an Amazon seller is the way to do it.

What are some of the mistakes that people make when starting an Amazon business?

People take forever to pick a product. They are afraid that they will make the wrong choice. The beauty of Amazon is that there is software and tools out there that will give you the data in order to determine what is actually selling well on Amazon.

You need to find the traffic and the demand, and then lay down the in front of it. Don’t get emotionally tied to anything. Focus on the numbers, look at the data, pick a product, dive in, and don’t look back. Get that product out and you will learn so much.

If you fail, the great thing about Amazon is that it’s difficult to lose money. I lowered the price of some of my products so that I could break even, and it took about nine months, but I was able to recoup my investment. If you stop learning, you stop earning.

What is your mindset around competition in the Amazon business?

No, it’s kind of like dating. You are trying to get the girl and there is competition to do so. All you need to do is focus on being the best that you can be. Stop worrying about the competition. Focus on yourself, your customers, and what you can control. If you do, you will come out ahead.

Any entrepreneur advice for beginners that currently have a 9-5 job that are looking to make the transition towards entrepreneurship?

I see a lot of people buy Amazon courses and go to events but they still don’t have a product because they never pull the trigger. Just get out there and do it, and don’t worry if you fail. When you take initiative, you will be surprised how much happiness it can bring to your life.

Kevin’s story is a shining example that anything is possible. There are many mistakes newbie Amazon sellers make, but if you do it right it can be life changing! If Kevin can make millions on Amazon, so can you. You can learn more about him by checking out Illuminate Mastermind or AMZ Marketer, where he shares tips and tricks for how to market more effectively and sell more on Amazon.

Adopt a mastery mindset, believe in yourself, and take action to create the business and life that you desire.

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Today I would like to walk you through my morning ritual for daily success, motivation and productivity. This routine allows me to optimize my body, mind, and spirit so that I can perform at my best, every day.

I’m a big believer in the power of rituals. I’ve been doing them since I was 17 years old. I used to struggle with shyness, social anxiety, and depression.

By creating a morning ritual, I was able to recondition my beliefs and transform every area of my life.

The morning is the best time to condition your mindset. Research shows that your mood in the morning affects your productivity all day.

Are you ready to wake up every day, feeling more productive, energized, and happier? My morning ritual for daily success, motivation and productivity will allow you to make that happen.

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Discipline is one of greatest barriers that prevent people from achieving success in life. If you want to build habits that stick, you need to be consistent with them. In the words of Tony Robbins says, “The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.”

How you start the day is how you end the day. If you only engage in a habit once in a while, it won’t stick. It’s what you do consistently that makes the difference.

How do you start your mornings?

If you wake up in a reactive state, you will move throughout your entire day feeling stressed and anxious. A lot of people believe that they need a triple espresso as soon as they get out of bed. This way of thinking is counterintuitive.

My morning ritual for daily success, motivation and productivity provides me with a natural ‘buzz.' It makes me feel unstoppable, without the negative effects that come from over-use of stimulants.

Do you wake up every morning, feeling tired and sluggish, even though you slept for 8 hours? If so, it’s time to start a morning ritual.

If you want to maximize your productivity, you need to spend the first part of your morning taking care of YOU. If you make your job, your partner, or your friends a priority, then you need to commit to making yourself a priority as well.

Just like you train your body at the gym, you need to train your brain every day. I treat myself as if I am a high-performance athlete. I know that if I want to get the most out of myself, I have to create rituals that will allow me to do just that.

In order to make sure that I successfully complete my morning ritual for daily success, motivation and productivity, I create a list and check-off each activity, as I complete it.

The purpose of a checklist is so that I can visually measure my progress as time goes on. If you don’t have a plan for your life and you just move throughout your day aimlessly, then you’re not going to get the most out of it.

Here is my morning ritual for daily success, motivation and productivity:

1. Smile

The first thing that I do the moment that I wake up is smile. When you start your day with gratitude, it shifts your entire perspective. Every day that you are alive is a gift, and you need to treat it as such. Don’t ever take your life for granted.

Don’t get me wrong. I don’t feel happy and positive 100% every morning, but by training myself to smile and start the day in an empowering way, I am setting myself up for success.

Research shows that when you smile, neurochemicals and peptides are released, which tricks your body into raising your dopamine; which in turn raises your spirits and calms your nervous system.

2. Drink Water

After you’ve been sleeping for 7-8 hours your body is dehydrated, and your cells crave water. I’ve got a water ionizer that I use which produces high quality, 9.5 alkaline water.

By drinking water first thing in the morning, you kick-start your metabolism, which will give you immediate energy and flush out toxins from your body.

3. Take Supplements

I start off by taking a shot of apple cider vinegar, which is a great bacteria killer. Then, on an empty stomach, I take a digestive enzyme supplement called, Masszymes. I also take a variety of other supplements, like B12 and Vitamin D3.

Supplements like these ensure that I have energy throughout the day, so that I never have to rely on caffeine or sugar. More importantly, engaging in this body ritual ensures that I will experience optimal health and performance, over the long-term.

4. Read A Book

I spend at least 10 minutes every morning reading an inspiring book on my Kindle reader. Don’t start your day by obsessing over social media, or reading negative things on the news. Instead, try feeding your mind with positive information and commit to learning something new.

5. Write in my Journals

After reading a book, I like to write in my Five Minute Journal, a simple exercise that allows me to focus on what is most important for me to accomplish throughout my day.

I also write in my Productivity Planner, which offers a similar process. I write down what my most important task for the day is, what my secondary tasks of importance are, and then determine what my daily productivity score is.

For those of you who are spiritual, I also write in my Christian gratitude journal.

6. Lie Down On My PEMF Mat

A PEMF mat is a portable mat that produces pulsed electromagnetic fields around an individual’s body. I lie on this mat every morning and do my meditation.

The health benefits of PEMF are amazing, some of which include regenerating nerves, reducing stress and fatigue, and eliminating bodily toxins.

I hope you enjoyed learning about my morning ritual for daily success, motivation and productivity! If you want the more in-depth version, that covers all of my rituals, then join my 7-day course, Morning Ritual Mastery.

Rituals have been the secret to my success, and have allowed me to become the person that I am today. Invest in yourself. Your body, mind, and spirit deserve it.

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Here is the best entrepreneur advice for beginners.

At the beginning of an entrepreneurial journey it can feel like a roller coaster ride, filled with highs and lows. If you want to succeed in the startup world, you need to learn how to navigate this bumpy terrain so that you come out on top.

The reality is that 8 out of 10 businesses fail in the first year. How would it feel if you could avoid the mistakes that 80% of people make? If more entrepreneurs were armed with the right advice, I think that these numbers would be lower.

Starting a business requires a myriad of personality traits; like hard work, grit, patience, sacrifice, energy, and a passion to succeed. Only the strong survive. Are you one of them?

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In this book, The Entrepreneur Roller Coaster: Why Now Is the Time to #JoinTheRide, Darren Hardy says that people who make the jump into entrepreneurship just aren't ready, prepared, or equipped.

I want to share with you the best entrepreneur advice for beginners, comprised of 5 skills that every entrepreneur must master:

1. Believe in Yourself

Making the choice to become an entrepreneur takes courage, especially when family or friends don’t support your vision, which is why you need to believe in yourself.

The most successful people in this world didn’t get to where they are today by doubting themselves. Talk to yourself as if you are a winner.

If you don’t believe in yourself, who will believe in you? This is your life, your choices, and your destiny. Make it count. As Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” 

2. Master Your Emotions

If you want to succeed at anything in life, it starts with going inward and learning how to master your emotions. Successful entrepreneurs don’t let their emotions drive their decisions. Rather, they remain calm and calculated under pressure.

A business that is based on reactive decisions will only result in failure. Yes, you will get triggered, but it is up to you to learn how to calm your ‘emotional storm’ so that you can master any challenge that stands in your way of success.

3. Enjoy The Process Of Success

If you want to be a successful entrepreneur, you need to learn how to enjoy the process of success. If you only focus on external rewards from your efforts, you will always be in the rat race. Don’t be a slave to your external environment.

Even when you start making a certain amount of money and become financially free, it won’t be enough. You will always be looking for the next best thing.

The chase will never make you happy, which is why you need to become less attached to the final outcome and enjoy the process of success. That is where the real growth lies.

4. Focus on Contribution

Take a moment and think about how lucky you are to be able to do what you love. Having an appreciation for your accomplishments carries more meaning when you are able to give back and make a positive impact on the lives of others.

At the end of the day, contribution is the ultimate reward in life. I believe that we are all here to give and contribute something, beyond ourselves. Not only does it give you a sense of lasting fulfillment, but it also serves to accelerate your success at a much faster pace.

In the words of Zig Ziglar, “You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help other people get what they want.”

5. Don’t Be Afraid Of Failure

If you have experienced failure in the past, great! Failure is a normal part of the learning process of life. Thank your failures for the lessons and then let them go.

Accept and learn from your past, but don’t live there, because it doesn’t dictate your future in any way unless you allow it to. If you keep doing what you’ve always done, you will get what you’ve always gotten.

It’s easy to feel shitty when things don’t go your way, but if you want to truly succeed as an entrepreneur you have to use pain as motivation, and develop the mindset and the willpower to keep pushing despite the obstacles that stand in your way.

Use failure as a tool for growth and change. It has the ability to propel you forward and prepare you for what lies ahead.

Being a successful entrepreneur doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a long-term commitment, but the payoff is sweet. This is the best entrepreneur advice for beginners. I challenge you to start utilizing these skills in your business. The result? Business mastery.

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Here's how to focus on and enjoy the process of success.

Do you ever get so attached to something that it gets to the point where your desire to succeed becomes so overwhelming that it causes you to give up altogether? If so, you aren’t alone.

Many of us become so attached to the results that we desire, that we don’t learn how to focus on and enjoy the process of success.

Don’t get me wrong. Setting goals is great. However, setting goals and working towards the accomplishment of them are very different things. Do you measure your success by the outcome or by the process?

If it’s the former, you need to rethink your strategy.

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In today’s digital world, our brains are in overdrive because we are constantly inundated with new information. It’s difficult to focus on and enjoy the process of success when we are experiencing information overload and trying to accomplish multiple tasks at once.

Are you reading this blog while responding to an email and making breakfast? If so, it’s time to slow down. Why? Research shows that multitasking is actually detrimental to cognitive performance, which has been referred to as “info-mania.” When it comes to doing a task properly, concentrate on one thing at a time. It's good for your brain, and it's better than multitasking.

The second challenge that people face is what to do with all of the information that they are given. In order to make any decision in life, you need to take action. When you are too focused on the end goal, it’s easier to become distracted by all of the steps that you need to take in order to get there.

Distractions prevent us from being productive and give us an excuse to dabble. As a result, no goal is ever achieved. Do you jump ship when things get tough? If so, your lack of patience, distractions, and “Shiny Object Syndrome” is killing your results.

You Need To Learn How To Focus And Enjoy The Process Of Success.

A great strategy for doing this is to learn things on a deeper level, and do it, multiple times. As I always say, repetition is the mother of mastery. For example, I will read the same book multiple times, or I will attend the same seminars again and again, in order to absorb the knowledge on a deeper level. Why? Because I want to master what I learn from an experience before I focus on something new.

Success is due, in part, to your ability to master boring and repetitive things in life. This is how we create habits that we desire. I do the same boring things, every day. But over time, they produce massive results. Another great strategy for enjoying the process is to do what you love. For myself, this has been through the process of creating inspiring content online, based on topics that I am passionate about.

The act of adding value and being of service to others means more to me than any amount of money that comes from it. As a result of simply helping people, I have been able to create a large following of subscribers who benefit from my work. I know that if I continue to add massive value, the money will come from that process alone.

Learn how to focus on and enjoy the process of success. This is where the magic lies. In the words of Eric Thomas, “Fall in love with the process, and the results will come.”

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I want to talk with you about when to upgrade your lifestyle. To upgrade means to raise who you are and what you do to a higher standard.

Dreaming is great, but at the end of the day, it’s the decisions you make that determine your success, health, well-being, love, and happiness in life. The more decisions that you make, the more in control of your destiny you will be.

Look back on your life to date and think about all of the decisions that you’ve made that have led you to where you are today.

If you are currently struggling in life, it is because of the choices that you have made. Stop playing the blame game. You need to take responsibility for your life. You have the power to create your own reality.

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I would like to answer a question that a fan named Regina recently asked me on Snapchat. She asked:

“What should I do if I want to change my life? My mother thinks I’m crazy for wanting expensive things that I cannot afford. I feel like a dabbler, but I don’t want to be one.”

Regina, first and foremost, it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help, so I commend you for being vulnerable and sharing your story.

One of the most important decisions that you will ever make is the decision to live well below your means, which means spending less than what you earn. Don’t upgrade your lifestyle if you can’t afford it.

The reason why a lot of millionaires are so successful is that they have ascribed to this way of life. They have made a series of strategic and smart decisions, with regards to their finances.

How do you expect to pay for a lifestyle that you haven’t yet earned? Financial freedom and success takes a lot of hard work, commitment, consistency, and sacrifice. It requires that you add value and create impact in the world. Strive for that, above anything else.

Upgrade your lifestyle only when you are worthy and deserving of it. At that point, you can celebrate and reward yourself.

Rather than wonder how you can upgrade your lifestyle, ask yourself this question: “What actions do I need to take in order to have what I want most in life?” Whether that’s starting a business, saving money, getting a promotion, or proving your worth.

When I was 18 years old I remember reading the book, The Wealthy Barber: Updated 3rd Edition: Everyone's Commonsense Guide to Becoming Financially Independent, which taught me about compounding, putting money aside, investing in mutual funds, etc.

I just put into action what the book told me to do. If people applied what they learned, they would get the results that they desired.

Don’t be a dabbler. Commit to mastery.

A lot of people make short-term decisions and neglect the long-term consequences. These people are known as dabblers. They start something, but they never finish it.

They think short-term, and expect instant gratification, without having to put in the work. If you operate this way, I guarantee that you will always make poor decisions in life.

I never make impulsive decisions. If anything, I’m more conservative with the decisions that I make. Sure, I take risks here and there, but for the most part, I’m hyper-aware of how I choose to spend the money that I have.

I used to live in a small apartment in downtown Vancouver and at that time, I was doing a lot of online marketing and was doing pretty well financially. In 2012 I was making $100,000/year, but you didn’t see it based on my quality of life because I was saving and investing my money.

I always focus on achieving specific milestones before I upgrade my life. It may be once I’ve saved a certain amount of money or reached a certain level of my investment portfolio.

I am continuously striving to upgrade my lifestyle, but I do so in small increments. When I master one level, I strive for the next. In doing so, I am constantly making improvements in my life and my business, which allows me to achieve and become more.

Always keep your ultimate vision for your life in mind when you make decisions. I have been able to achieve so much success in my life because I am always focusing on my future.

Regina, I challenge you to sit down and write out your vision and goals for your life, because that is what is going to determine the actions that you take, like whether or not you go to school, start a business, or get a coach.

You also need to determine what your core life values are. Dig deep and ask yourself questions. Above all, commit to investing and learning.

That is the best way to discover who you are and what is most important to you. It will give you the clarity that you need in order to make good decisions in life.

Regina, the best way to upgrade your lifestyle, is to downsize it. If you take this route, you will achieve success faster. I know that this sounds counterintuitive, but it’s true. Set goals, believe in yourself, keep growing, and take action.

In the words of Napoleon, “Action is the true measure of intelligence.” You have your whole future in front of you. Make the right decisions now, and you will set yourself up for success for the rest of your life.

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I would like to share with you 4 ways to build your mental toughness. In today's fast paced and complex world, the ability to effectively adapt, remain calm under pressure, and change at a moment's notice is a necessity.

Your mental toughness, or “grit” as they call it, plays a very important role in achieving your goals in health, business, and life. Nobody in the business world needs mental toughness more than an entrepreneur.

Being your own boss and designing the life that you desire is great, but unfortunately not a lot of entrepreneurs possess the skills that are needed in order to weather the storms of the online business world.

The good news is that mental toughness is a skill that you can learn. Steve Siebold, mental toughness expert and author of 177 Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class: The Thought Processes, Habits and Philosophies of the Great Ones, 3rd Edition, teaches that a person of modest means can become world class by implementing the thinking, habits, and philosophies associated with mental toughness.

Are you ready to learn 4 ways to build your mental toughness so that you can master your online business?

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You can have amazing organizational skills, be highly productive, and be passionate about your online business. But without mental toughness, you won't be able to stay on course when things get challenging.

Below are 4 ways to build your mental toughness in order to ensure that you stay one step ahead of the game:

1. Embrace Change

Mentally tough people are constantly adapting to changing circumstances. They strive to get outside of their comfort zone on a daily basis because they welcome challenges and see them as opportunities for growth.

Making it a daily habit to engage in activities that force you to step outside of your comfort zone, take risks, and embrace the unknown is a great way to expand your capacity for mental toughness.

If you want to become the best version of yourself in your business and in your life, you need to take risks and do things that make you feel uncomfortable.

2. Practice Mindfulness

Mindfulness is all about staying present in the moment. Entrepreneurs often find themselves stretched in multiple different directions, which can effect their concentration.

This is why focusing on the here-and-now is such an important skill for online business owners to learn.

A University of Miami study showed that one of the best ways to build mental toughness is through practicing mindfulness on a consistent basis.

One of the greatest benefits of creating a mindfulness-based practice, like meditation, into your daily life is that it allows you to effectively manage the myriad of stressors that can come with running an online business.

3. Be Active

There is no doubt that a healthy body contributes to a healthy mind. Numerous studies have demonstrated that the higher one’s mental agility and stability, the more likely they are to achieve and maintain a healthy body.

If you run an online business, it is imperative that you commit to staying active. Hours in front of a computer can be taxing on your physical and mental state.

According to the Mayo Clinic’s Dr. James Levine, in the U.S. people spend more than half of their waking hours sitting down, which can result in a myriad of health problems.

I highly recommend investing in a LifeSpan treadmill desk. It has radically elevated my productivity, enhanced my business, and transformed my health. Getting your heart pumping in the morning is a great way to stimulate your brain for optimal performance and prime you for success.

4. Master Your Emotions

In order to become mentally tough, you need to master your emotions. Running an online business requires that you are able to make strategic decisions under pressure, which is why it is important that you are able to stay calm and objective, regardless of your emotional state.

It is impossible to be mentally tough if you are unable to fully understand and manage your emotions. This is where the power of emotional intelligence (EQ) comes into play. Research shows that 90% of top performers have high EQs.

Unlike IQ, the good news is that EQ is a skill that you can build and master over time. Research shows that 90% of top performers have high EQs. Robert Kiyosaki said it best, “The strength of character and emotional intelligence to face your failures and learn from them are at the core of success.”