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Are You Killing Your Success By Planning To Fail?
Posted On: January 7, 2009Posted In: Organization and Productivity, Success Mindset, Video Blogging
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What Are Your Goals? Do You Have A Plan?
Let’s get it going with the first transform your thinking post of the 09 baby!
It’s time to get started in this new year! Many people were waiting for a new year to have a new start but the truth is you get a new start every day!
What are you doing with it?
Do you have goals? Good….have you defined those goals?
I’m not talking about the vague goals and plans we all make throughout our lives either.
Nope!
I’m talking about getting down and dirty, specific, and very focused.
The truth is if you don’t have a clearly defined goal, and destination…somewhere you are actually traveling to, you’ll never get there! Oh I hear the sarcasm but roll with me.
You Must Clearly Define Your Goals
If you don’t have any clearly defined goals, you’ll never move forward….you’ll just move!
What are you moving towards? What do you want to do? Specifically what are you planning to accomplish this year?
How about within the next six months? This quarter? You can have a defined big picture…then break it down into smaller bite-sized chunks.
3- 6 months, down to 1 month, down to this week, down to today…down to this very hour.
Plan your dream, your vision, then work backward until you get to the smallest point of action and take that action.
I found a great tool that will help you map out your goals. It’s free and it’s from Nigthingale-Connant.
Anybody that is into self development knows that name lol.
Go checkout their mission statement software. It will help you map out the big picture…it’s up to you to follow it backwards up to the present moment and take action.
Be sure to check out my brother SuiteJas he says goodnight to 2008 and goodmorning to 2009
see ya
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January 7th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
Hey Joe
I like the new signs for the sponsors and the content in the video. It was pretty catchy.
I haven’t clearly defined my goals as of yet because I’m in the process of doing my own self-awareness. I probably could just include them in my asseessment of myself because that is one area I lack in on days.
I will do it by the end of this month no doubt about that.
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 7th, 2009 at 9:01 pm
Thanks dude! I figured I’d change em up a lil bit and have fun with them more. Get them goals man…at least a major goal for the year and you can fill in the details.
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January 7th, 2009 at 4:52 pm
Yo! Thanks for the linkage and for the vote of confidence in the video. You right, making yourself accountable by declaring a specific goal and then also doing so publicly is a great motivator!
I’ve never done the planning and breakdowns to the extent I am now, and even though a lot of projects/ideas are in planning stages, I’m that much more confident in them now because they are more than just ideas. They are detailed plans I can literally see mapped out. It may sound like a simple thing, but this is huge for me.
Before, I would have vague lists and ideas scribbled because I also had this odd outlook on things that would stop me from the detailed planning. i always had this weird notion that I should be working on something else if I was spending too much time in lists, task programs, or mind-mapping as I do now. However, I’ve spent about two weeks straight on “planning”, and I’ve never felt better about it because I’m way more confident it will come to fruition now. Know what I’m sayin’ SWOPES?
Cheers buddy!
Jay
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 7th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
No doubt man…we’ve been talking about this stuff for the past few months, and we’re right there together. I know you’ll do it man and I’m going to make sure you stay focused.
You know how I feel about the planning, mapping and all that man…it makes things much easier and you’re right…you feel more confident, more productive, and more ready.
I love it man and I’ve never personally started any year with a business plan. It feels great man…to actually have a vision of where you’re going instead of just “going with it”.
Keep it up dude…I’m watching you and thanks for being a great friend and inspiration.
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January 7th, 2009 at 8:16 pm
I can’t wait for Joe in 09!! And I love the new design…. I want to start videoblogging so you will be an inspiration for me.
I will catch up with you soon I hope.
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 7th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
What’s up buddy! Thanks for stopping by. I’m looking forward to seeing you do some more videos man!
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January 8th, 2009 at 6:19 am
First visit here. Good luck with your goals for 09.
Warm regards
Michelle
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 9th, 2009 at 7:03 am
Thanks and welcome to the site Michelle!
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January 9th, 2009 at 12:29 am
It’s funny you wrote this, cause I was just talking to Veronica tonight about how I am in dire need of some “mapping” to help manifest my various goals for oh-nine… I mentioned that you’re all over this shit like midgets on phone books, and stopped by your hood to see what’s popping and it’s right here baby!
Damn telepathic ninjas…
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 9th, 2009 at 7:03 am
hahahaha….you wild E! Yeah man…you know me. Jay is all over it too man. Next week I’ll be sharing some of the tools I use to help me do this son! Very liberating and keeps me focused, even if I slack…I know what I slacked on so there’s no hiding from it lol.
We’ll get you all mapped out boyeeeeeeeeee.
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January 9th, 2009 at 7:13 am
True. Don’t know though if I’d feel comfortable making my goals public.
But 2009 is indeed time to start working toward actual results.
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January 9th, 2009 at 8:07 am
You are definitely right. The strategy you define before you start doing something has a lot to do with success/failure. More, it is important to define your goals realistic – it’s important to not dream but have quality information about the situation and know exactly what you want to reach.
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 9th, 2009 at 8:23 am
Hey Redner, welcome to the site! Having a plan before you start is critical. What’s also critical is having the proper mindset. If you go back and read a couple of my other “transform your thinking” posts, you’ll see what I mean. I think the problem is too many people don’t dream. What does “being realistic” really mean? It’s actually the mindset limitations we have learned to place on ourselves, it stops us from reaching for and going towards what we really want. We then settle for what we think we can get, and remain unfulfilled.
What if Bill Gates didn’t dream? The Wright Brothers didn’t dream of their airplane? What if no one dreamed of electricity? Trains, brain surgery, heart transplants? Anything great starts with a dream, and anything worth having starts with a dream. Reality is what you make it, period. You can do nothing without first thinking about it…By the time we reach adulthood, most of us have let go of dreaming, and we work more on what we see as “reality”.
We don’t dare to challenge it, because it’s not comfortable, and we lack the confidence to chase that dream. I say dream…that’s the only way you’ll get what you really want, instead of just taking what you can get.
Hope to see ya around man!
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January 9th, 2009 at 9:34 am
Man.. i wish i had the gonads to step out and quit working for corporate America and do my own thang! You guys are so inspiring and every time i read posts on my favorite blogs, it makes me want to just take a leap of faith and start my home business and work for me!
With a 40 hour a week job, it’s hard to do all the reading and planning and working on internet marketing.. at least hard to do as much as i need/want to. But hey… this all started to make a few extra bucks to help buy a diamond ring so i could ask the woman of my dreams to marry me! Not only did that happen, it’s grown to more than i could have ever imagined! So, if i don’t ever step out and do my own thing full time with this.. i sure do love reading all of your alls inspiring posts! It reminds me every day that i CAN do whatever i set my mind to! I just have to do it!
Oh.. E to tha lijah said
“you’re all over this shit like midgets on phone books”
That’s funny as hell!
have a great weekend folks!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
Dude, I still work a full time job, I haven’t left my employment yet. I know it’s hard, but even cutting out a little bit of time for this stuff will pay off. I usually do it early in the morning, before work and before the kids get up. Sometimes I work late at night….you just gotta make good use of what you have instead of constantly thinking about what you lack. Go get it man!
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January 9th, 2009 at 9:45 am
Btw.. meant to add this quote…
“It just takes one idea to live like a king for the rest of your life.”
Ross Perot
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
hahaha, cool, thanks for adding it man.
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January 10th, 2009 at 7:05 am
I really do think if you think positive you attract positive.. Like wise with negative….
May 09 be very positive for us all
Regards
Michelle
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
I agree with that all the way, which is why I’m always trying to share with folks about their mindset.
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January 10th, 2009 at 2:36 pm
Dang it Joe, now I’m hungry for a pickle, and all I’ve got are those sandwich stackers! It’s just not the same…
Hm… Maybe a pickle and grilled cheese sammich. And I’ve got bacon bits. Oooh.
I forgive you now.
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
And that looked like a bangin sammich you made on the video too!
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January 10th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
That’s what I am talking about, Sammich Man!
2009 is all about being specific. So specific that I am not even sharing my larger goals with my Blog Family because if you don’t get it done in January, then Feb., March, April, May, everything is through off from your plan. You got to get out the gate early, ahead of your goals. No fun playing from behind the eight ball.
And slow down with the Nightingale-Conant, Son! That is some powerful stuff. You are liable to have someone change their life talking like that and showing that material/resource/unbelievable/tremendous resource to people.
Thanks for reminding me!
I’m With Joe!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
Hahaha, I’m all over the Nightingale-Conant boyeeeeeeeeeeeeeee. I hear you man, it’s all about what works for you, long as you got something to work towards. Just make sure you allow yourself some “wiggle room” or you’ll get mad stressed lol.
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January 11th, 2009 at 10:37 am
Big words.. Failing to plan is planning to fail.. Can’t be wrong even up till this day!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 10:59 pm
You got it Ben, true, so simple…but true.
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January 13th, 2009 at 3:41 am
YO YO YO, BIG JOE ‘09
I must be the only person who listened to your new addition, the podcast, and I have to tell you that it is the funniest thing I have ever heard. You sound like a chipmunk dude!!!
Good to see that you have big plans for this year. I’m with Joe … all the way.
Will have to watch the viddy when I get home.
2009 – The Year Of The Hood!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 10:58 pm
hahahah, whatup Neal! Dunno man…it didn’t sound “chipmunky” to me….but it’s all good. It does have a bit of “distance” in it, since the audio is from the mic on the flip, but you know I gotta do what I gotta do. I do got some plans man…and I’m trying to stay focused.
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January 14th, 2009 at 6:35 pm
Yo Joe!
All I have for planning is a ton of scrap pieces of paper in my office that are filled with ideas. I have a real bitch of a time putting those ideas into action.
I have a ton of ideas but no goals. I think it is time to revamp, go back to square one and refocus and actually plan for goals in 09. Seriously right now I am blogging like a chicken with its head cut off. I just run around in little circles. I’m getting dizzy.
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 14th, 2009 at 10:56 pm
I hear that dude! We’ve all been there man. Little by little if you find a system that works for you, you will see yourself getting lots more done.
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January 17th, 2009 at 1:35 pm
JOE – what a great message.
It has been so long since I’ve spoken with you. I am sorry – and I hope we can talk soon. You are an inspiration!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 18th, 2009 at 9:03 pm
Oh my LORD! lol…where have you been lady! I began to think you were hiding from me! Good to see ya! And good to hear from ya, I hope we can catch up soon as well.
Glad you liked the message! I’m just trying to help lol.
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January 18th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Lol, I just found your blog. Your video is awesome dude. I love the pickles.
You raise some good points and its important to learn. Unless you truly know what you’re working towards, you’re going to waste a lot of time wandering directionless.
Much love!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 22nd, 2009 at 9:39 am
Well….I’m glad you found it man! Look forward to seeing you around here more too, don’t be a stranger.
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January 20th, 2009 at 12:23 pm
Great post and highly appropriate!
I think people need to first adopt the right mindset before launching wild plans (or dreams). Think of the Law of Attraction and positive thinking and then plan to succeed!
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 22nd, 2009 at 9:37 am
True words right there, I couldn’t agree more! Glad you liked it.
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January 21st, 2009 at 10:53 pm
JOE!!!!
Happy belated New Year, Man. I’m glad to see you’re still puttin’ in work. I haven’t talked with you in a minute. Let’s make it happen in ‘09.
T
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
January 22nd, 2009 at 9:37 am
Whatup T! Good to see ya back around boyeeeeeeeeee, let’s go!
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February 15th, 2009 at 12:54 am
Joe what you just said its the basics about becoming successful online , offline and with any goal in our lives.
Like your sponsors. Smell it very yummy.
Luis
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Normal Joe (2055 comments) Reply:
February 15th, 2009 at 11:57 am
Yeah Lu man, it’s the real deal, I just wish more people would pay attention and not just dismiss it as “fu fu” lol.
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