The Mind of Vatke
Thoughts, Musings and Advice by Andre Vatke

The holidays have a way of slowing a large number of us down. Sometimes the things that slow us down seem out of our control. But are they really?

Outside influences such as seasonal changes, news, or the issues of our own family microcosm can have a big influence on our motivation. This can affect everything from our diet and exercise to building our network marketing business.

Many of these external influences are beyond our control. However, how we respond to these influences is not. We can have full control if – and only if – we have properly prepared for them. But how do you prepare for the unexpected?

Key number one in preparing for unexpected momentum stallers is to know that they will come. It’s also important to recognize that they will affect your attitude, energy and motivation. They can even take up your physical time.

Key number two in keeping your momentum is to implement a regular schedule. It’s vital to track your actions and to be accountable to someone who has your best interest at heart like a coach, trainer or advisor. Keeping to a regular schedule ensures that you have a level of consistency in working toward your goals. We only accomplish what we consistently work toward.

Contrast this with how the majority of people approach their goals and you’ll quickly see the benefit. New years resolutions are a prime example. Each year over 80% of us make resolutions to lose weight, exercise more, eat healthy, or take control of financial future. Yet, within 45 days the most of these people have already given up on their resolution. What takes us from 100% committed to giving up in such a short time?

The missing ingredient is of course, a clear workable plan of action. It’s just not good enough to want something, even if it’s with every fiber of your being. To accomplish a goal takes action and to stay in consistent action requires a REALISTIC plan. This plan needs to include not just a, “do this, then this” outline, but also needs to include a way to measure progress, a way to have outside accountability, guidance and course adjustment.

This next year take control of your own network marketing business through the Leaders Club Success Plan. Through our one of a kind mentoring program we provide a success plan that can have you fully profitable in as little as 90 days. Use tools like our exclusive Tracking Sheets, Prospecting Call Guide and Attitude Challenge to give yourself everything you need to accomplish your goals.

So enjoy the holidays and know that a little planning makes all the difference!