Failure Proof Everything You Do

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You never have to fail again. Seriously. From now on, everything you choose to work towards will succeed. Can you imagine?! Here’s a simple truth – failure is just an option. It’s a CHOICE. Sure, an attempt may fail, but you will never fail to achieve a goal until you quit trying, and the audacious never quit trying!

Below are five key steps for failure proofing everything you do moving forward.

Step 1: Only chase goals that you are crazy PASSIONATE about

You have to pick the right goals. Pick the ones that you want deeply in every fiber of your being. Many people choose the wrong goals – someone else’s goals or goals you think you should want. Only choose goals that inspire you, push you beyond your comfort zone, and come from inside you. Make sure your goals are specific and crystal clear.

Here’s a goal I’m uber-passionate about: Build a radically successful service business that allows me to do what I do best (coach and speak on Audacity). My business needs to allow me to work when and where I want while earning a comfortable living for me and my family.

Step 2: Identify your WHY

Most people mistakenly expect the goal itself to be the motivation for working toward it day in and day out. However, it’s the WHY that motivates you. Why do you want to achieve this goal? Identify why achieving this goal is important to you; know what’s in it for you.

My WHY: My business inspires and challenges people to lead extraordinary lives! This is why I do what I do and what keeps me going.

Step 3: Get REAL about what it will take to get the job done

Make sure you are aware of what is required before committing to a goal. Often people look at the brass ring without considering all of the smaller steps that will need to happen first. You don’t have to know HOW you will complete all of these or even have an exhaustive list, but make sure you have a realistic idea of what you are getting yourself into.

My reality check: In addition to mastering my craft, this dream requires that I learn the ins and outs of the coaching industry, the speaking industry, and the self-help expert industry in general. Additionally, I have to learn new skills in marketing, social networking, technology, leadership, and how to run a business.

Step 4: Decide to PERSEVERE

Audacious people never, ever, ever give up. Period. They assume success and trust that they have the power to find a way to achieve their goals. Obstacles and stumbling blocks happen to everyone. Proactively identify obstacles and find tools to help you through them. Decide that you will persevere regardless of the challenges.

My perseverance plan: Building a radically successful business takes time and tenacity. I will also have to put myself out there, make mistakes, learn along the way, and keep going. But I’m absolutely committed to making this happen, so I will never quit.

Step 5: ENVISION success

Too many people skip this step, but it’s crazy important! You need to see yourself achieving your goals. Journal about it, tell people about, blog about it, add it to your vision board – whatever! Use whatever tools you need to really SEE the attainment of your goal.

My vision that keeps me going: I see myself enjoying a cocktail after delivering the closing keynote speech at a national convention. I just autographed 200 copies of my bestselling book to the audience members and now I’m talking to three prospective coaching clients at the bar.

Your turn – put your goals through the five failure-proofing steps. See a difference?