“Every time I hit one of those mental and emotional walls, I recognized that my competitors were facing the same challenges. I knew this was another moment that, if I kept going, I would be strides ahead of them. These were the defining moments of success and progress.” – Darren Hardy
Everyone is tired and has a long to-do list. There are so many distractions in today’s world from endless entertainment options, social media, world events, family/friends, etc. When it comes to work and activities geared towards productivity and self-improvement, it’s very easy to say you’ll start later, finish later, and just do a little bit for now. There’s a little devil on everyone’s shoulder urging you towards distraction. Successful people brush the distractions and excuses aside, and push through. They do the extra reps in the gym, study the extra hour, make the extra business call, and go one step further – consistently giving themselves the edge over those who do not go the extra step.
Consistently doing a little extra compounds over time, giving you a better foundation and increasing your odds at both achieving and maintaining success. As Darren Hardy says, “It takes very little extra to be EXTRAordinary. In all areas of your life, look for the multiplier opportunities where you can go a little further, push yourself a little harder, last a little longer, prepare a little better, and deliver a little more.”
Read more from author Darren Hardy in his book, “The Compound Effect.”
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