How Taking Bold Action Leads to Big Results
Jan 10, 2024
Oh hey, 2024! It seemed fitting to dig into one of my favorite books recently, 10X is Easier Than 2X by Benjamin Hardy and Ben Sullivan.
So what's this whole "10X is Easier Than 2X" thing all about? Well, it's not just a catchy phrase; it's a mindset shift that can transform the way you approach your goals. Instead of settling for small steps forward, we're talking about making big leaps, and I mean BIG.
The Concept: Focus On the Things that Bring You the Biggest Results.
Example: Go to a 2-day retreat (hint: ours is coming up soon if you are interested in the mastermind) instead of seven coffee dates with local friends. The reason? Being focused for 2-3 days on one thing that is going to move the needle in your life is going to get you there so much faster. It is a 10X activity. A coffee date, in this case, is a 2x activity. See the difference?
As I read through the book (and listened to it, although if I am being honest the audible version is NOT great), I took notes with an action plan to implement this year. So here is what we are doing.
The Strategy We Are Implementing This Year To 10X Results
- When you think about what you want to accomplish this year, think about what is holding you back. Is it time, money, mindset, support? Be specific and write it down.
- Based on this list, what BOLD actions can you take to flip the script? Change the model? We often grow when we step outside our comfort zones. What's that one thing you've been hesitating to do? It's time to take that leap of faith. Remember, fortune favors the bold.
For example, in 2020, I launched a course. It flopped. Well, flop is a strong word. We had four people purchase which isn't something to retire on, so instead I flipped the model and launched our mastermind. While I was working full-time. This meant for our first cohort, I ran and hosted while working, including our retreat. Was it perfectly planned? No. Was it an amazing experience with extraordinary growth? Yes.
How can you do this? Figure out what BOLD actions to take.
- Assess your current products, services, and processes. Where can you infuse innovation? Make them better? or stand out and make them different?
- EX: Our mastermind has been our signature program and didn't need a change, but I wanted to make it better so we introduced the Co-Op and DFY services because I have never seen anything like that in the industry before.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to your business.
- What trends can help you?
- Encourage a culture of creativity within your team, where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated.
- How are you allocating resources for continuous learning and development for yourself and your team?
- What key skills would contribute to the 10X growth of your business and prioritize training accordingly?
- How are you staying positive? And embracing a growth mindset?
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- Look at your wins. How can you celebrate them but do more of it? Remember the 80/20 rule? If 80% of your income comes from 20% of your clients, do more of that. If 80% of your happiness and joy come from one monthly date night, make it weekly. This is SO key to look at frequently. Set regular intervals to assess your progress toward 10X goals. Write it on your calendar. Once a month. Am I focused on the 10X?
Taking bold action is not easy. It is probably different than what most are doing and honestly, in the case where I was working to leave my corporate job or even putting in my notice to work on this business full-time, it felt like I was walking up a mountain with no safety net.
If you are feeling comfortable, maybe it is time to be more bold.
More bold doesn't have to be all business. Instead of walking five miles a day, maybe I should walk 10. What can you do to push yourself into a new category? Right now, walking five miles a day feels easy (which sounds crazy to me). Get to the next level of easy for you.
I share this in the first week of 2024 because I want you to think of the BIG BOLD move you can make. Book the trip. Hire the team member. Launch the mastermind. Join the program. What is the biggest move you can make that can make the biggest impact?
I can't wait to hear!
resources
- Grab 10X is Easier Than 2x and check out some of my other favorite business books- get the list
- Mindfully recharge your goals for the year - 5 things to think about
- Take control of your schedule in 90 days! Get the small business planner.
About the author
Holly Haynes is a business strategist who loves a good plan and flow chart. She is crazy passionate about teaching women like you how to build your dream job and scale to 6-figures without sacrificing your weekends or priorities.
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