“Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.” Proverbs 10:4 NIV
Show up everyday and see who you can impact.
I think to be at our best in relationships, work, and health, we need sleep. It’s the magic pill.
Consistency is the victory—showing up every day when you can’t see any results. At the same time, you must ensure you’re following a proven system that will produce results.
We are in control of our daily habits which create our future.
You must indeed believe in yourself—or borrow that belief if necessary. Bet on yourself and back it up with the work.
I believe success is about the journey (who you are becoming), not the destination—faith, family, and relationships are success.
Daily discipline - Our biggest battle is the one between our own two ears. God puts opportunities in our hands, and then it’s up to us to put in the work.
Partner with people who are equally yoked in values and vision. There will still be conflict, but at least you know you are heading in the same direction.
My mentor says: Do what you have to do before you do what you want to do. My wants usually get pushed to the end of the day.
I have learned from my mentor that knowledge isn’t power. It’s the application of knowledge that is power. As you read, think about how you would apply and teach the material.
Start a side hustle and scale it to create the life you want. The great thing about a side hustle is that you get paid what you’re worth.
“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it;” Psalms 24:1 NIV
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 KJV
The secret is staying disciplined and consistent.
You can be as disciplined as you want but who is guiding you?
Organization brings capacity to your life.
It’s not easy sometimes, and I’m continuing to work on this—especially with teens. Adults respond; children react.
Systems turn belief into behavior.
Build systems and be consistent in executing them; results compound over time due to daily discipline.