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- Specific:<\/strong> Rather than saying \u201cget in shape,\u201d define what you specifically want to achieve, such as losing weight, toning up, etc.<\/li>\n
- Measurable:<\/strong> Rather than saying \u201close weight,\u201d say \u201close 10 pounds in two months.\u201d This is a quantifiable goal and can be tracked.<\/li>\n
- Attainable:<\/strong> Ensure your goal can be accomplished.<\/li>\n
- Realistic:<\/strong> Be honest with yourself, and keep in mind any obstacles you may need to overcome.<\/li>\n
- Time-bound:<\/strong> Set a deadline. Deadlines are key to accomplishing your goals, but you must adhere to them!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\n2. You don\u2019t practice accountability<\/h3>\n
Nobody is perfect. We all know this to be true. For that reason, it is extremely helpful to have someone holding you accountable to your goals.<\/p>\n
Going back to our fitness example above, even the most motivated person will eventually have a day where they don\u2019t want to work out. A good workout partner will hold you accountable and not let you skip.<\/p>\n
This works the same with any goal. Accountability can take many forms\u2014it could be a weekly mastermind meeting, your spouse, a friend who you ask to hold you accountable, etc.<\/p>\n
The important piece is to have checks and balances in your life that ensure when your moment of weakness comes, you can resist it!<\/p>\n
3. You\u2019re making excuses<\/h3>\n
Nobody cares about your success more than you do. So stop making excuses, and start doing. Stop worrying about problems, and start finding solutions.<\/p>\n
It is imperative that you do something every day in order to move the needle forward. Making excuses will accomplish nothing; it’s simply wasting your time (and anyone unfortunate enough to be listening).<\/p>\n
This is why I have friends like Alex Felice<\/a>, who are so quick to tell me when I\u2019m starting to make excuses. We are all human, and it is natural to make excuses\u2014sometimes without realizing it. Much like accountability, a friend who can see through your B.S. is invaluable!<\/p>\n
There is a popular phrase in the military, \u201cExcuses are like a**holes, everybody has one, and they all stink!\u201d<\/p>\n
While crude, this is the way you need to think of excuses. They don\u2019t move the needle forward, they don\u2019t make you feel better (in the long run), and they have no place in your life!<\/p>\n
Related:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a06 Ridiculous Excuses That Are Holding You Back From Real Estate Success<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n4. Your network sucks<\/h3>\n
It is said that your wealth is the average of the five people you spend the most time with. If you\u2019re the smartest person in your network, you need to find a new network.<\/p>\n
These statements might sound clich\u00e9, and I\u2019m sure you have heard them before. But there is a reason they are repeated often: they are true!<\/p>\n
You don\u2019t need to cut all of your friends out of your life, but there is nothing wrong with ditching the \u201cnegative Nancys\u201d for some \u201cpositive Pauls\u201d (pretty sure I just made that up).<\/p>\n
Seriously, if the people around you aren’t helping you grow as a person and accomplish your goals, you need to improve your network. A good way to do this is to attend real estate investor meetups<\/a> and get busy meeting people with similar goals!<\/p>\n
Every time I attend a real estate investor meetup, I am amazed by the growth I experience. Improving your network is (in my opinion) the most important thing you can do to become successful!<\/p>\n
5. You aren\u2019t learning<\/h3>\n
You need to learn something new every day.<\/p>\n
Formal education is great and all, but that isn\u2019t what I mean. You need to learn something every day that will help you achieve your definition of success.<\/p>\n
For real estate investors, this could mean reading a book on real estate, listening to a podcast, or having lunch with a mentor. Search Google for useful blog posts or YouTube videos during your free time!<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nThe point is that you need to set aside time every day for personal development. I believe that the best investment you can make is in yourself!<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t overlook opportunities for growth. Daily growth compounded over time will make you into a very successful person.<\/p>\n
Conferences and seminars offer a bonus perk: they are an excellent way to combine personal development and<\/em> networking! I love attending these events to grow personally and build my network, while simultaneously getting a motivational boost!<\/p>\n
- Measurable:<\/strong> Rather than saying \u201close weight,\u201d say \u201close 10 pounds in two months.\u201d This is a quantifiable goal and can be tracked.<\/li>\n
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