Even Through Obstacles
There are some people that will soar in business and unfortunately there are some people that won’t. It’s not that one has more potential than the other, it’s just that some people know how to recognize opportunities better than others. Those who recognize and maximize opportunities have a higher probability of becoming amongst the top in their industry. At the same time, some don’t even have a clue that they are even in the midst of an opportunity.
You can have two people who start a business at the same time, but only one succeeds – how does something like this happen? There are many factors contributing to this, but the biggest factor is that the one who succeeds is confident that they will succeed and they look for evidence, resources and take actions until they get what they want. Others who are unsure they will succeed tend not to. They are really not clear on what they want or where they are going. So even when an opportunity presents itself they do not take the necessary actions.
Then there are some people who know they want but don’t know how or have a strategy to get it. So, they attempt to achieve success by having their hands in too many things at the same time. This is all so true and I’ve seen it happen this way many times. You’ve heard the saying, “If you chase too many rabbits at one time they will all get away”.
A major key to success is learning how to maximize an opportunity. This means making the best out of any circumstance and making it profitable. This can be the use of your ideas, obstacles, objections, and tribulations that come your way. For instance, I had a tribulation which was a $50,000 tax lien. At first, it appeared to be an obstacle to getting a loan to expand my business. However, it was a window of opportunity that eventually led me to building a 9-figure business. So, your biggest problem can be the bridge to your prosperity if you stay on the lookout for windows of opportunities.
Sometimes opportunities can come in a disguise as a random conversation, but you don’t recognize it. Case in point, I was having a discussion with Robert who is now my husband about what he described as a “hot investment tip”. He suggested that I invest in it, so I asked him if he had invested and he said no. You see, I figured that if he wasn’t investing that it couldn’t be that good of an opportunity. However, I had not done enough research to really make an informed decision. Guess what? The company was Google! I thought the name of the company was stupid and didn’t bother looking into it. I guess the joke was on both of us, because it was a huge window of opportunity missed. So, it’s important to always keep your opportunity antennas and do your due diligence by asking questions, researching and discussing with someone who has more knowledge than you, so you can always know what you’re saying, “no” to.
Below are 5 ways to Maximize Your Windows of Opportunities:
1) Get Clear and Committed. You’ve got to take the time to really discover what you want or you are trying to achieve. Goal setting is key, which includes discovering what you need to achieve the goal. Sometimes an opportunity is a missing key to the puzzle of your goals.
2) Concentrated Focus. This is like a super power for success. Once you’re clear on the exact steps to get you where you’re trying to go, stick with it until it is done. Be wise on your use of time, because it will not wait for you to get your act together. Also, be strategic and intentional on who and what gets your time.
3) Work on Income Producing Activities. Take daily steps towards generating income to create cash flow. Also be sure to make time for things that can keep you motivated like spiritual, personal development and family time. When you skip on these things you’ll forget you are in a window of opportunity altogether. This is important, so you won’t live a life of regret.
4) Be Resourceful and Maximize What You Have. One of the traits of a successful person is “making lemonade out of lemons”. Sometimes you’ll believe you don’t have what it takes to be successful when in fact, you haven’t done a good job of using what you already have. This is the glass half empty vs. half full syndrome. Be aware of this because it will cloud your judgement and slow you down.
5) Take Massive Action. Don’t get stuck in the analysis paralysis of gathering information or always contemplating what you’re going to do. Execution is what will turn an obstacle into an opportunity. So, instead of you using your challenges as to why you can’t, use them as to why you must.
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