Information Overload and Overwhelm
This is my second time at WA and things are so much better 2nd time. By that I mean I am following things better. WA is still the same - awesome, well it has actually gotten better, if that is possible. But I have changed.
You see, when you first start, there is so much information, and training, and chats and things to do, that it is easy to get distracted and unfocused. That is me. I call them following the bright shiny objects. Thats what I did the 1st time.
The training is awesome, but you do need to follow the steps, in order, and do the tasks. I am so much better at that 2nd time around.
The layout is awesome especially for people in different countries and timezones and who work odd hours, but discipline is the key. And it is all in the training, but for some reason, sometimes we don't take notice.
So what have I learned so far - 2nd time around?
Keep it simple!
Follow the training, and steps - in order!
Do the tasks.
Set yourself daily goals. (this really helps - set them low so you achieve them. Mine is 1 hour a day on WA. befriend 10 new people on WA. Help 2 people a day and chat within that hour.) If you achieve more then great. Whatever works for you.
Ask for help
Keep it simple
Follow the training in order
Follow the training
Get the hint... I know it sounds easy. But it is easy to get distracted.
So, am I happy to be back. Yes! Absolutely, and it is getting better 2nd time around.
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I understand getting distracted by the bright, shiny objects! This is also my second time around and I'm trying harder to stay on task. I think of it as baby steps. If I take a few steps every day I will eventually get where I want to be, and hopefully once I catch on to a few things, I can jog a little too! :)
I can certainly understand information overload. I am so glad it is going better for you this time around and I am certain is only going to continue to get better and better! :) Christa
I absolutely agree with setting yourself a daily schedule. My first time around was also spent being distracted with the community. Now I commit myself to fully completing at least one lesson each day before I answer any messages or interact in the community.
All the best. Lis.
Good to hear you've found a way to stay focused. I did every task the Kyle assigned and felt like I was falling behind everyone. I know it will pay off for me in the long run.
I keep telling newbies to follow the training, step by step, and not get distracted by all the things everyone else is talking about. Next thing I see is a person who got through lesson 1 or 2 asking how to monetize their site. Information overload and failure to stay focused are definitely two of the most common difficulties that can run someone off the road when they are first starting in this business.
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It can be very overwhelming so when I set out stuck to the training and tasks, good advice your giving
Thank you