​So that picture there? That’s the rough draft manuscript of my next book. It’s a long way off from completion; I’m adding 2 or 3 more chapters. The book will probably come in close to 400 pages (or more).
 
The book deals with a controversial topic, but it’s a topic that needs to be cleared up because like other parts of the Game, there’s just too many misconceptions and weak information about it floating around. So instead of complaining, I decided to clear it up myself to the best of my ability.
 
For anyone who has ever involved themselves in long projects, you know that this is WORK. Plain and simple. As much as I love writing, I dislike editing. It’s funny though, because although I could pay someone to edit my work, I would rather do it myself because I usually catch a better way for something to be explained or broken down. It’s a “tug-of-war” within me to produce quality, but also push-out work in the deadlines I set for myself.
 
You would think that my uptightness about quality would keep me from finishing things, but that’s quite the contrary. Please accept it when I say, I like things off my plate!
 
I have a close friend that, like me, is extremely entrepreneurial minded. What this means is that we have notebooks full of ideas about things we want to do – business ideas, concepts, vague ideas that could turn into solid ideas, etc.
 
Well I guess I should say we used to have these notebooks. I got rid of a lot of my idea notebooks a couple years back. And my friend got rid of his a couple months back. Some ideas get old and are no longer valid. Others just create useless clutter. If you’re not going to do anything with them, then what are you holding onto?
 
But the constant generation of ideas is important. When you give your mind a Dominant frame, it will work tirelessly in that area. I can’t even begin to tell you ideas that sprung up in my mind while going to sleep, waking up, driving, taking a shower and a few even while shopping at Walmart (yes, I like a good deal too).
 
When I talk about having concentration which helps lead to a Dominant frame of mind, it’s more than about just staying focused and seeing things through. It’s also about getting your mind to work FOR you instead of AGAINST you.

Consider all the nagging thoughts that we all face – all those doubts, worries and fears. I’m no different than you, I went through all those dis-empowering thoughts when I opened my first businesses; then again when I started my first blog; then again when I published my first book; then again when I published my next set of books; then again when I did my first speaking engagement; then again when I started the website and blog you’re reading now. It never really stops. The voice just turns into a whisper; then you can just ignore it.
 
What I have learned however, is to not let any of that stop me from moving forward.
 
That right there, along with the proper knowledge, wisdom and understanding of what you’re doing, is what separates successful people from unsuccessful people. It sounds very simple in theory but can be difficult to execute in practice.
 
So what’s the point of this post? The point is, get on your grind and do your work! If it fails, so what? I’ve failed plenty. Every successful person in the World has failed more than they succeeded. This is a reality. But like a scientist, you have to put formulas together, execute them and examine the results. Then you make adjustments until you find what works. We don’t make Plan B’s, we just make adjustments to Plan A.
 
Failure is a scary topic. Trust me, I find the majority of people I talk to all have this same common fear. But my question is, “What are you holding onto?” What’s so great about your life right now that you’re not at least going to try?
 
If you have a desire to improve areas of your life, then those desires are there for a simple reason. They’re there because something in you wants more. Something in you isn’t content. You can try to push it aside, hide it or ignore it but those feelings and thoughts always come back, don’t they?
 
Get on your grind and do your work! The truth is, even if your initial idea fails, it can lead to another idea or opportunity that will take you closer to where you’re trying to go. Think about that for a moment. Just by getting in motion, and staying in motion you may hit a few obstacles, but when you work your way around them, you can still find that light at the end of the tunnel. Many have done it before you and many will do it after you, which means that you can do it too.
 
Keep it moving. Until next time…

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Players work hard. And in this day and time, so does the average person. A 60-hour work week isn’t that uncommon anymore. Some people have 2 jobs; others have a job and a side business. Plus many of us have mates and children, and all of these need our time and attention. When you don’t “feed” something time and energy, it eventually begins to “die” from lack of attention.
 
So for those that may need it, I present to you a Perspective on how to manage your time and therefore manage your energy.
 
Every human being, no matter their station in life, only has 24-hours in a day. And to have a productive life, you have to BE productive – meaning you have to PRODUCE something within those 24-hours.
 
Like water flowing through a water hose, energy must be allowed to flow freely at all times. You never want to have any bends or cramps in your “water-hose”. This blocks the free flow of energy.
 
When we talk about energy we are making reference to both physical and mental energy. You cannot apply Dominant (strong) Force if you have no energy. Concentration (check out the podcast on concentration [HERE]) will help tremendously when it comes to conserving mental energy. The more scattered your mind is, the more your overall energy is dispersed. And dispersed energy leaves you in a weakened mental and physical state.
 
Managing energy is making sure that your energy is applied in the proper areas as much as possible.
 
Look at it like a bank account. When you rest, sleep and eat properly (and exercise), you are depositing into your energy “bank account”. When you are going throughout your day-to-day work and Responsibilities you are making withdraws from this “bank account”.
 
At the end of your day, you want to ensure that your account isn’t in a deficit. Over time, a deficit of energy becomes more difficult to “catch up” on. And as you’re already aware, this weakens your overall effectiveness.
 
There’s a Hustler saying that goes, “Work now, rest when you’re dead,” and although this is true, this saying can be misinterpreted. Most people think it means to work and drive themselves as much as possible, as often as possible. This isn’t what that means.
 
The saying means that work should be the priority and everything else comes second. This doesn’t mean drive yourself into the ground; it means stay driven and spend the majority of your energy on your Purpose and goals. All work and no play? Not exactly – more like work first, play later. Much later…
 
The Law of 5 can be used here. You can learn more about that [HERE].
 
A hand has five fingers. Each finger represents 20%. Obviously five multiplied by 20 is 100. So your entire hand (or fist) is equal to 100%. A proper fist cannot be made without the thumb.

20% of your best efforts will yield 80% of your best results. Also known as the 80/20 Rule.

​​Now, when we apply this to energy management we want to put the best energy into the best areas and the remaining energy into the areas that just need minimal maintenance.
 
The following are the basic areas of time and energy investment. These areas are where your energy can and most likely will go almost everyday. This is not a “one-size-fits-all” list. I urge you to take this concept and create a list that suits your design for your life. Number 1 on your list should be the most important priority, and number 7 is the least important and therefore gets the least amount of your time and energy.

• (1) Purpose/Goals – Your goals should be leading you to your purpose. The majority of your day should be spent working on these tasks as much as possible. 
• (2) Family – Your wife/husband (boyfriend/girlfriend) and children specifically.
• (3) Job/Business – This can include whatever you do for your main source of income (a Hustler, just starting out, could argue that this should be number 2 and family number 3).
• (4) Advancement – Whatever you practice, study or do that increases your knowledge and skills.
• (5) Vital Relationships – This includes important friendships and other necessary associations or business contacts that are beneficial to you.
• (6) Rest – Sleep and relaxation. This shouldn’t be a surprise but Players really don’t sleep much, we just take long naps. 3-6 hours a night. If that’s not enough rest for you then get what you need to function at a peak level. Of course resting doesn’t require energy, just time. But it does take you away from doing everything else on this list.
• (7) Casual Associations – “Friendships” that are not based around improving your life, business, goals and/or purpose.

 
Using this list we have 7 main areas where we need to place our energy and time. Numbers 6 and 7 on your own personal list are where you can make cuts if needed.
 
A list like this is nothing that needs to be written down unless you want to have a constant reminder to look at. Your list of priorities can all be done mentally. When you are faced with doing one thing over another, you will now have a basis of where your energy should be going. This allows you to make the best decision possible in that moment.
 
Remember, just 5% of the worst and weakest causes can create up to 60% of your worst situations (simply, the worst 20% of 20% will create the worst 80% of 80%). So if you’re constantly operating at a high level (having Dominant Force), you can lessen negative effects in your life.
 
Effectively managing energy can be compared to breathing. You breathe in and exhale out. You store energy (inhale) and then you expend energy (exhale). This must be constant flow, just like the unbent water hose. Energy is to be used. You can’t constantly, "hold your breath". And you must breathe in after you exhale.
 
Remember you want to keep your overall energy bank from going into the red (negative). Sometimes an effective day away from everything is a huge “bank deposit”. It will allow you to come back with a fresh Perspective on certain situations and you may even come back with new ideas and better clarity.

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