6 Months of Wealthy Affiliate, What's Been Holding Me Back?
Commit with More Than Just Your Wallet
I'll answer that question is just a moment. What makes most of us average? Is it that we are all (well, most of us) the same? I would argue that is not that case. We are all so wildly unique: tall, short, light, dark, serious, goofy (that last one is me for sure). No, what makes most of us achieve "average" levels of success and live in "average" is that we offer up "average" levels of commitment.
"Commitment is an act, not a word." - Jean-Paul Sartre
These days, it's easy to whip out your credit card (debit cards too) or PayPal accounts and sign up for self-help / personal growth opportunities. "Yes Mom, I'm starting a business!" What's hard is to follow through on the financial commitment with consistent dedication to take action. And now I will answer my question above.
My results have been average. If you have been around the "make money online" gurus, you'll see that the smart ones will make a disclaimer that the results they are discussing are "not typical." What is typical?
I believe that "typical" in this case means to have no financial reward for your efforts.
What's My Problem?
I think I share my main problem with most others (hence the word average). I have not taken enough action (let alone consistent action). My daily life "gets in the way." In this way, I haven't made enough of a commitment to my own success.
Why then do I continue to send Kyle, Carson, and whomever's affiliate link got me here my hard earned money? Because I know I can do better. How can I do better?
What's My Solution?
Put it in your calendar. Set 30 minutes of time (or whatever your minimum is). You have a date with your destiny every night, morning, or even during your lunch hour. If I do this, I know in my heart that this will work.
What's Your Solution?
I would love to hear from the Wealthy Affiliate community as to how you have moved past this milestone? How do you get beyond a simple financial commitment and commit with your actions as well?
Please leave me a comment below.
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When everything that's related to here becomes enjoyable to you, you will start to love this place like it's your 2nd home.
During the moments when I can sit and relax, I do enjoy helping out in the live chat, watching Jay's videos, and offering comments and feedback. Thanks for taking a moment for me and my blog. I appreciate it.
-Neil
Yeah buddy, there's a sort of insight in your post.
The problem with most of us is being average.
For a speedy result. we'll have to invest more effort which, in my view, is a foregone conclusion.
Thanks for sharing.
I am glad to see you got something from my post. It gives me hope that my writing skills are not too bad. Thank you for taking a moment to leave me a response.
-Neil
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Wonderful solutions to start adding progress too.
Don't wait for the new years resolution. Your time is now!
Awareness is something Awesome!
Best to all your solutions.
Louisa,
Agreed about New Years. Every day is a new opportunity to start again. Thank you for leaving me a comment. Every little bit of encouragement goes a long way.