Many a times we keep looking for some magical bullet to be successful or when we see highly successful people we feel they were born with silver spoon or luck favored them hence they are at this position today.
But, success can be achieved implementing small and simple things in life, let me share with you 4 quick tips to be successful online.
Look at your Fears
Be honest with yourself. When it comes to doing something, what is it you’re afraid of? What are the specific things holding you back from reaching your ultimate goal?
As you identify what you worry about and then tackle those things head on, with each success, you will start to be more and more motivated.
For me, when I first got started as a online, I was afraid to create anything that wasn’t PERFECT. I wanted to create the absolute spotless eBook. I wanted it to be so perfect that I became miserable trying to write it. And I quit many times.
Finally, I decided to just write and share what I know. People will either love it or they won’t. You can’t please everyone anyway.
The point being: address those fears. Whatever they are, whatever these obstacles are that keep you from staying focused and active…face them, find a way to overcome them and then chop their heads off. )
Model Other Successful People
When you need that extra boost to stay motivated, conduct some research and learn how other writers or famous people started out. The majority at one time or another waited tables, worked construction, or cleaned houses. They weren’t always successful but had to work their way up.
Seeing the success of people we admire is a great way to stay motivated. Each one of them had to be 100% committed in order to meet schedules and deadlines. Knowing that other people go through the same emotions and struggles, and learning what they did to get past those barriers, will help you out a lot.
Another thing you can do is look at HOW they stay motivated. Many of them share their “secrets” in their writings. You can even approach some of them via email or telephone and ASK them how they overcome difficulties.
In other words, when you see something that works, try it yourself. Find out how others “made it” and do what they did.
Spread the Word.
Sometimes sharing your goals and aspirations with close friends and family is a huge motivator. When people expose their dreams, in a way, they’ve made themselves accountable for your own success. In essence, they’ve now presented a challenge to themselves. In addition to making these desires public, you have also created a cheering section.
Now, when you aren’t motivated, you can always have those people remind you of why you wanted to write. Have them repeat back to you what you had shared with them – how important writing was to you, that writing was a passion, etc. They can help you keep your dreams alive.
When I first started an offline Christian newspaper (actually, I hadn’t even started it yet) I had folks asking me “When is it going to be here — I’m ready to read it!”
Need any more motivation than that?
By giving other folks involved, you not only have accountability, you have waiting readers who want to see your finished product. Sometimes as much as you want it yourself.
Reward Yourself.
Many infopreneurs create a tradition for their successes. When you get your product finished, reward yourself with something important. It doesn’t really matter what it is, but bait yourself with something you really want and make that your prize. Whether it’s a new dress, a trip to your favorite restaurant, a night out at the movies, whatever it is, congratulate yourself for your successes.
I personally like a large deposit into my bank account by selling a lot of copies.
Hey, we’re being honest, right? )
One writer collected beautiful Oriental paintings by a particular artist in China. Although not expensive, the paintings were all signed and beautifully done. Each time she successfully published an eBook, she would buy another piece of his work. Within a year, she had completely redecorated her living room with his artwork on all the walls, and, she had to switch to new rewards because she was running out of wall space. No matter what you choose, it’s important to choose something you like and can look at from time to time as a reminder that you succeeded.
Be good to yourself.
I think that’s a song by Journey, but it illustrates the point.
I use to be afraid to tell people my dreams. If I didn't make the dream they would know I was a failure. I am not sure where that changed, but it did. I do share my dreams. I just make sure to share with other dreamers.
4 Quick Tips to be Successful Online
Many a times we keep looking for some magical bullet to be successful or when we see highly successful people we feel they were born with silver spoon or luck favored them hence they are at this position today.
But, success can be achieved implementing small and simple things in life, let me share with you 4 quick tips to be successful online.
Look at your Fears
Be honest with yourself. When it comes to doing something, what is it you’re afraid of? What are the specific things holding you back from reaching your ultimate goal?
As you identify what you worry about and then tackle those things head on, with each success, you will start to be more and more motivated.
For me, when I first got started as a online, I was afraid to create anything that wasn’t PERFECT. I wanted to create the absolute spotless eBook. I wanted it to be so perfect that I became miserable trying to write it. And I quit many times.
Finally, I decided to just write and share what I know. People will either love it or they won’t. You can’t please everyone anyway.
The point being: address those fears. Whatever they are, whatever these obstacles are that keep you from staying focused and active…face them, find a way to overcome them and then chop their heads off.
)
Model Other Successful People
When you need that extra boost to stay motivated, conduct some research and learn how other writers or famous people started out. The majority at one time or another waited tables, worked construction, or cleaned houses. They weren’t always successful but had to work their way up.
Seeing the success of people we admire is a great way to stay motivated. Each one of them had to be 100% committed in order to meet schedules and deadlines. Knowing that other people go through the same emotions and struggles, and learning what they did to get past those barriers, will help you out a lot.
Another thing you can do is look at HOW they stay motivated. Many of them share their “secrets” in their writings. You can even approach some of them via email or telephone and ASK them how they overcome difficulties.
In other words, when you see something that works, try it yourself. Find out how others “made it” and do what they did.
Spread the Word.
Sometimes sharing your goals and aspirations with close friends and family is a huge motivator. When people expose their dreams, in a way, they’ve made themselves accountable for your own success. In essence, they’ve now presented a challenge to themselves. In addition to making these desires public, you have also created a cheering section.
Now, when you aren’t motivated, you can always have those people remind you of why you wanted to write. Have them repeat back to you what you had shared with them – how important writing was to you, that writing was a passion, etc. They can help you keep your dreams alive.
When I first started an offline Christian newspaper (actually, I hadn’t even started it yet) I had folks asking me “When is it going to be here — I’m ready to read it!”
Need any more motivation than that?
By giving other folks involved, you not only have accountability, you have waiting readers who want to see your finished product. Sometimes as much as you want it yourself.
Reward Yourself.
Many infopreneurs create a tradition for their successes. When you get your product finished, reward yourself with something important. It doesn’t really matter what it is, but bait yourself with something you really want and make that your prize. Whether it’s a new dress, a trip to your favorite restaurant, a night out at the movies, whatever it is, congratulate yourself for your successes.
I personally like a large deposit into my bank account by selling a lot of copies.
Hey, we’re being honest, right?
)
One writer collected beautiful Oriental paintings by a particular artist in China. Although not expensive, the paintings were all signed and beautifully done. Each time she successfully published an eBook, she would buy another piece of his work. Within a year, she had completely redecorated her living room with his artwork on all the walls, and, she had to switch to new rewards because she was running out of wall space. No matter what you choose, it’s important to choose something you like and can look at from time to time as a reminder that you succeeded.
Be good to yourself.
I think that’s a song by Journey, but it illustrates the point.
So, what do you to motivate yourself for success?
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