Stay Focused On Your Goal.

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Successful people have learnt to stay focused on their dreams, whenever they have an objective at heart that needs to be accomplished, they give it 100% attention, absolutely total undivided attention until the goal or task is accomplished.

A lot of folks out there lack the mental strength and self-discipline to stay totally focused on a particular objective, the very second or minute they notice an obstacle or challenge along the way, they retreat, give-up completely and start searching for the next easy task, when that supposedly easy task confronts them with another challenge, they give-up again and repeat the cyclical process synonymous with losers.

You need to have it at the back of your mind and engrave it on the walls of your heart, that any worthwhile goal will present you with challenges and it is your utmost duty to surmount those challenges that come your way. The more you focus on any goal, the more you begin to assess and come up with different solutions that might be able to accomplish the task at hand. Never ever possess a lazy mindset that does not want to task itself with critical thinking and analysis. The modern world as you see it was built by thinkers and problem solvers, thus learn to be like them.

Keep Striving, Keep Believing, Never Give-Up. Winners Don't Quit and Quitters Don't Win.
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  • Profile picture of the author mccartyjess
    Thank you for sharing! I know that focusing is one of my major problems! That are self discipline!

    Jess
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  • Profile picture of the author JustinDupre
    Awesome post! Focusing is one of the challenge I'm facing today and still working on it by breaking bad habits. Self discipline is tough and I hope to master it soon.. loving the quote "Keep Striving, Keep Believing, Never Give-Up. Winners Don't Quit and Quitters Don't Win."
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  • Profile picture of the author schariar
    line #4-#7 are just about the same problems i,m facing and repeating cycling process. Need to focus on IM and win it as i,m putting it in the back of my mind and engraving it on the walls of my heart. Thanks for such peace of valuable information mate.
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  • Thanks all for the positive feedback
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  • Profile picture of the author vincent88
    It is easy to distract every single time, which can give us nowhere. This focus thing, I've try to discipline nowadays, because I'm beginning to see how that's can impact my life.

    Thanks for this helpful sharing.
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  • @ Vincent88, nice to know my post was helpful to you
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  • Profile picture of the author eddyjoy
    Still in the line of Goals. Someone contradicted what I believed the other day, he said that we should stop thinking Big, that we think small and start growing, I thought he made sense.
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    • Profile picture of the author The Great Gordino
      Originally Posted by eddyjoy View Post

      Still in the line of Goals. Someone contradicted what I believed the other day, he said that we should stop thinking Big, that we think small and start growing, I thought he made sense.
      Although it is right that it's essential to focus on the small steps, it can be dangerous to say 'stop thinking big', because that is then putting self limiting belief on yourself.

      There is nothing wrong with thinking big, as long as it is followed up with small steps to get there.
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    • Originally Posted by eddyjoy View Post

      Still in the line of Goals. Someone contradicted what I believed the other day, he said that we should stop thinking Big, that we think small and start growing, I thought he made sense.
      Like I'll prefer to say it takes the same amount of Energy to think Big and to think small, so why don't you just think Big, if you fail, you'll end up achieving small.

      Aim for the stars, if you fail to land on the star(s), you will land on the moon.... I guess I have to create a fresh thread about this issue....
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    • Profile picture of the author GlobalMedia
      Originally Posted by eddyjoy View Post

      Still in the line of Goals. Someone contradicted what I believed the other day, he said that we should stop thinking Big, that we think small and start growing, I thought he made sense.
      It basically depends upon our ideology. One may love to eat "raw fish" but others might not. Setting big goal or small counts little unless you work hard to achieve it. What do you say?
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        Originally Posted by GlobalMedia View Post

        It basically depends upon our ideology. One may love to eat "raw fish" but others might not. Setting big goal or small counts little unless you work hard to achieve it. What do you say?
        I say its good to Dream Big and start with what you have and work towards the Dream. Its not good to limit your potential by not trying.
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  • Profile picture of the author yesmedia
    The most important thing in life is to make a decision and stick to it with patience, positivity and persistence. Once you make a choice you can then attach a goal to that choice. This is the quickest way for success. May the force be with you!
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  • Profile picture of the author SEO Agency
    Stay focused and good mind set will bring you to success seriously .
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  • Profile picture of the author zackick
    I feel like want to kill myself now, I am as did you say Traffic-Genie lack of all the crap bad behavour like jumping from one to other task or project. Never get it done right way and from 3 year until now not success came to me.

    I know people say success is coming from hard work, dedication, right mind set but I am not practise this formula. I need to keep remind how idiot I am if I want success.

    I did come out with some kind solution that I think other people already known this. I write down to a piece of paper and everyday morning,everning, night, I will read it loud to remind my crap behaviour and get my mind focus.

    Note: I still struggle like hell now too.
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    • Profile picture of the author mikecsy
      Hey Zackick,
      Ease up on yourself. The important thing is you have identified why you are struggling, now you need to accept what you learned and stop beating youself up ovber it. I would strongly suggest considering working with someone who will keep you accountable to yourself and your goal, a coach or mentor, someone who has your best interests at heart. I wouldn't use a friend as they tend to only be committed when its convenient for them. If you would like to shoot me a PM, I would be happy to give you some pointers, that goes for all readers.
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      • Profile picture of the author IrisEyes
        good grief! this one is a good read!
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      • Profile picture of the author Perseverance
        Originally Posted by mikecsy View Post

        Hey Zackick,
        Ease up on yourself. The important thing is you have identified why you are struggling, now you need to accept what you learned and stop beating youself up ovber it. I would strongly suggest considering working with someone who will keep you accountable to yourself and your goal, a coach or mentor, someone who has your best interests at heart. I wouldn't use a friend as they tend to only be committed when its convenient for them. If you would like to shoot me a PM, I would be happy to give you some pointers, that goes for all readers.
        To your success,
        Mike
        Hi Mike, Would you be able to PM me with some pointers and what you offer in the way of coaching?

        I am new to forum so I can't PM.

        Thanks
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  • Profile picture of the author AmazingP
    Focusing on the goals is the key to success...
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  • Profile picture of the author mikecsy
    Having a partner, coach or mentor is an amazing asset to any entrepreneur. When we try to go it alone it is very difficult to stay motivated. We get into a mindset of working for myself means that I do everything and don't need anyones help. Which couldn't be further from the truth. There are 2 important things to consider in selecting anyone for your team. 1) Does this person have my best interests in mind? to answer this question pay attention to how your body feels when you communicate with them are you tense or relaxed, trusting or guarded, pay attention to your instincts 2) Do they challenge you to be the best or are they just agreeable. When I say "challenge" I don't mean combative, but do they offer constructive thoughts and ideas. Use these guidelines to add a motivator to your team, you will find the journey to success more enjoyable and shorter than you expected.
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  • Profile picture of the author cynthea
    Originally Posted by RichesUntold-UnlimitedWealth View Post

    Successful people have learnt to stay focused on their dreams. Whenever they have an objective at heart that needs to be accomplished, they give it 100% attention, absolutely total undivided attention until the goal or task is accomplished.



    Keep Striving, Keep Believing, Never Give-Up. Winners Don't Quit and Quitters Don't Win.
    Thank you for this thread. I really appreciate the reminder to give my goal 100% attention until my goal is accomplished. And I think the key for me is slicing up my BIG DREAM into smaller, achievable tasks, and then see each of those tasks as steps to the mountaintop.

    @Mikecsy - right on brother! <<Having a partner, coach or mentor is an amazing asset to any entrepreneur. When we try to go it alone it is very difficult to stay motivated. We get into a mindset of working for myself means that I do everything and don't need anyones help. >>

    The idea of having a "success" partner is a great one! I'm going to actively seek out a success partner. Thank you!!
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  • To Mikecsy, GlobalMedia, IrisEyes, Perseverance and Cynthea, thanks for your inputs into this thread.
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  • Profile picture of the author BDubC
    Great Post, your right the hardest thing about Internet Marketing is really just staying on task and getting something done everyday, and hurdling over problems. It seems a lot of people don't want to keep this up for weeks or months. And that is what it takes to be successful. And it sure feels good too.
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  • Profile picture of the author zackick
    Hi Mikecsy
    I don't know and I think I will David Djovik( tennis player) say he have struggle with mental, he added if off court does not work well and it definetely it will shown on on court. I think yeah it same with me, offline no work well and it will shown on online biz. I read it on newspaper and I feel like someone just hit me so badly. That is the same I feel.
    Yeah Mikecsy, I would love too email you, thank
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  • Profile picture of the author happyme
    Before that it's important to have a goal. The goal gives a meaning to your life. Many people I know have no idea what to do and what not to.
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  • Profile picture of the author NoviIM
    Another great post man!

    Napoleon Hill said it best.. "One of the most common cause of failure is the habit of quitting when one is overtaken by temporary defeat"

    It is imperative that people stay strong and dont give up after a first few failures in Internet Marketing. I have failed numerous amounts of time, but I always believed I could make it with Faith and dedication.

    Its ok to take a few bumps along the road, because there's always a light at the end of a tunnel.

    Stay well!!

    Yury

    Originally Posted by RichesUntold-UnlimitedWealth View Post

    Successful people have learnt to stay focused on their dreams, whenever they have an objective at heart that needs to be accomplished, they give it 100% attention, absolutely total undivided attention until the goal or task is accomplished.

    A lot of folks out there lack the mental strength and self-discipline to stay totally focused on a particular objective, the very second or minute they notice an obstacle or challenge along the way, they retreat, give-up completely and start searching for the next easy task, when that supposedly easy task confronts them with another challenge, they give-up again and repeat the cyclical process synonymous with losers.

    You need to have it at the back of your mind and engrave it on the walls of your heart, that any worthwhile goal will present you with challenges and it is your utmost duty to surmount those challenges that come your way. The more you focus on any goal, the more you begin to assess and come up with different solutions that might be able to accomplish the task at hand. Never ever possess a lazy mindset that does not want to task itself with critical thinking and analysis. The modern world as you see it was built by thinkers and problem solvers, thus learn to be like them.

    Keep Striving, Keep Believing, Never Give-Up. Winners Don't Quit and Quitters Don't Win.
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  • Profile picture of the author gauravthegeek
    Focusing is a major challenge and it is the largest bottleneck in the way of success.
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    • Profile picture of the author Doug Hewitt
      focus and commitment are 2 very powerful attributes. Thanks for a great post!
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  • Profile picture of the author laurarussell49
    Originally Posted by RichesUntold-UnlimitedWealth View Post

    Successful people have learnt to stay focused on their dreams, whenever they have an objective at heart that needs to be accomplished, they give it 100% attention, absolutely total undivided attention until the goal or task is accomplished.
    A man should have any number of goals, about which he should be conscious and set on his mind. For this is his main aim for his life and career.
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  • Profile picture of the author hireava
    Awesome post RichesUntold-UnlimitedWealth! Really inspiring and it motivates people about their goals in life. Thanks a lot for sharing!
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  • Profile picture of the author jcruz
    That's the biggest issue with most people in life, they just want everything now. Second things don't go their way they run and hide. Great post.
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  • Profile picture of the author Viramara
    Agree with jcruz....I'm very impatient and always want it NOW. I always had this principal and never self-questioning when I was 15. I have to re-live it once again.
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  • Profile picture of the author TimoK
    I agree.

    >more you focus on any goal, the more you begin to assess and come up with different > solutions that might be able to accomplish the task at hand.

    This is exactly just what I learnt recently: Whatever the goal is, you don't need to know the "how". It will present itself in a form or other during your journey.

    -Timo
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  • Profile picture of the author Debra Barrow
    I agree that it's good to have someone, who is also goal oriented, around to solicit feedback relating to ideas or even be a partner. On the other hand, sometimes you think you have that until that person or persons prove that they do not have the same work ethic and strong desire to succeed.

    When that happens, I believe if you can't be surrounded by people who want success as much as you do, it's best to go at alone. It's exhausting and takes a lot of energy to keep reminding others why you must not give up and hang in there. You certainly can't force anyone to support your dreams.
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  • Profile picture of the author gudrunsmith
    Yes the right mindset and the self-discipline to stay focus to become successful is so important, but most neglect. I disagree with affirmation, so more I had practice affirmation so more I became aware that I didn't have it and I stopped taking action which lead me in the opposite direction than my goal was. I have more results when I look for solution and to find ways to get better results, that triggers my mind to get more results and taking more action.
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    • Profile picture of the author magnates
      Originally Posted by gudrunsmith View Post

      Yes the right mindset and the self-discipline to stay focus to become successful is so important, but most neglect. I disagree with affirmation, so more I had practice affirmation so more I became aware that I didn't have it and I stopped taking action which lead me in the opposite direction than my goal was. I have more results when I look for solution and to find ways to get better results, that triggers my mind to get more results and taking more action.
      Wise words,gudrunsmith . Wise words . Disciplines get you to your desired goal . It is like a bridge between where you are and where you want to be . Without the disciplines you are just not going to make it .

      If you are willing to accept new disciplines and practise them everyday until you get results then you would change your life completely .

      Stop doing and think the way that is not producing results in your life and embrace the new discipline that is going to get you where you are going
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  • Profile picture of the author Goldenboy
    Totally agree with you, keeping our focus at this present time can be very challenging especially with so many distractions in our society. Discipline to one's self is very important to stay in focus.
    Face those challenges and become successful in life.
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  • Profile picture of the author Michael Johnson
    Totally agree with you 100%.....thank you for sharing
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  • Profile picture of the author waltercrowder
    Learn how to prioritize and keep an eye on your progress. This is get into staying centered on goals. Identify which effort is important and urgent, because they will be the things you should focus on first.

    Tracking how well you're progressing also will give you a good option of that which you already have done, and just how much work and effort you need to give. Using this method, you get things done when they're due, assisting you to improve your a serious amounts of resources.
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  • Profile picture of the author oosmacher
    Great post. I have learned that you need to create a plan or strategy and just focus on those. I break down my plan into daily objectives or tasks, and I don't try and do more than what is on my plan. In internet marketing there are so many scam artists and products that promise overnight success, it makes it difficult to just stick to your guns and your own plan. But trust me if you don't you'll end up highly confused. There's an old saying that I read somewhere " If you stand for nothing, you fall for anything" or something like that. Thanks
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  • Profile picture of the author DIGITALCHAMELEON
    Focus keeps you on the right track towards success...
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    • Profile picture of the author JPSimplySites
      Write down the reasons WHY you must succeed in your business and looking at it everyday is a good way to stay focused on your goal. If your WHY is great, you will never give up.
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      • Profile picture of the author watty12
        One reason why most people never even get as far as focusing on their goals is because they don't know what they want in the first place.

        It's really important to have that burning desire to reach your goal. That way, when you've set the goal, you'll do anything that is necessary in order to reach it and it won't be difficult to focus on what you need to do. It becomes second nature.
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  • Profile picture of the author rickdoggett
    When you start to think that you will never reach the end, that is also the time that you start to lose focus on your goal. When that happens, the best thing that you should do is to list the reasons why you are doing so to begin with, by that,you will start to revitalize your interest for the goal and hopefully you gain enough steam to finish the goal.
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