In order to achieve true success in internet marketing… or anything else for that matter… you must first conquer fear. More precisely, you must conquer your fear of embarking on a journey to success.
Everybody will accept success if GIVEN it. But very few will abandon their current lifestyle, philosophy and status quo comforts to CREATE success. Why?
First of all because if might wind up in failure. Did you ever notice that the very first reason people give for NOT EVEN TRYING to succeed is that it will, or might, or could end up in failure. You will never succeed if you are purely focused on failure. That’s because failure is fear-based, and success is wholly antithetical to fear.
The Second reason… excuse… is that “I can’t do it”. I don’t have the brains, the money, the training, the experience… Whatever it entails, “I can’t do it”. What this really means is that I DO NOT WANT to take the 110% effort required TO JUST DO IT. Success takes a plan, then the ACTION required on a CONSISTENT and DAILY basis to put that plan into motion.
The Third excuse is that “I looked into it and it won’t work”. In other words, I investigated what it will take to succeed and have decided that I DO NOT WANT to do it… because… because it’s not easy!
There’s really only one way to step beyond these excuses, leave your fears behind and live your life in true abundance, happiness and success.
I’ll share that secret here:
Please let me know what you think of this post. I appreciate it if Retweet and share on FaceBook and YouTube. And, I’d love to hear how you overcame your fears.
David,
Excuses have never served anyone, not even a free lunch! All kidding aside, letting go of your worries about the outcome can empower you to have your success in ways you cannot imagine.
I appreciate your encouraging reminders to get out there & do it!
Val
.-= Val Wilcox´s last blog ..Opening Doors Within =-.
Thanks Val.
You know quite a bit about “get out there & do it.” I’ve been watching you.
.-= David Merrill´s last blog ..Your Journey To Internet Marketing Success Begins Here =-.
Hi David,
You are so right when you stress the importance of action. Fear loses its perceived power with each small step towards the goal. And it feels so good – liberating. I’ve learned to hold a vision of myself overcoming the unfamiliar and engaged in whatever challenge I face – I see myself as strong, tall, empowered. And then I just do it, because I can.
Great insight about this huge emotional roadblock that must be overcome!
Dena-Lynn
.-= Dena-Lynn´s last blog ..Internet Marketers- Beware of A Killer Occupational Hazard =-.
You hit it right on the head, Dena.
It’s not necessary to take great big strides. It’s the small steps in right direction that really get you there.
Sounds like you’ve come a long way down the success path. Keep up the great work!
David,
Just stopped by to let you know I enjoyed the conversation last night on the call.
What a treat to watch this video. You are absolutely on target. Consistent action over time creates results! I believe though that there must also be moments of massive action.
I appreciate you!
Christy
.-= Christy´s last blog ..It Happened Again Today… =-.
I’m so glad you made the point about massive action, Christy. Consistent action is your mainstay, but absolutely… when the time is right for massive, over the top action, you’ve got to seize that moment. But when it’s over, you can’t stop everything. You have to return to your consitency.
Thanks for adding that.
.-= David Merrill´s last blog ..Your Journey To Internet Marketing Success Begins Here =-.
Hi David,
I loved your video and your message. Everyone has beliefs, but the idea of consistency will help you reach your goals takes a lot of pressure off of having to do everything right now! Thanks for sharing this
Blessings,
Karla Setchel
http://www.KarlaSetchel.com
.-= Karla Setchel´s last blog ..Another Helpful Technique for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue =-.
Thanks for stopping by Karla.
Taking the pressure off doing it all right now is essential if you’re looking for long-term success instead of a few good days.
Hi
A belief is a feeling of certainty about the meaning of something. It is a personal statement to be true.
Beliefs, which in many cases are subconscious, affect our perception of ourselves, of others and things and situations around us.
I prefer to believe that if I can achieve a successful online business, I believe in myself and in my abilities to take any project and carry it out.
Regards
Magali
P.D. I loved listening to the waterfall … that nice place, thanks for sharing
.-= Magali Delgado´s last blog ..Dirige tráfico a tu página de fans de facebook =-.
That’s such a great attitude, Magali. You really make the point that “Believing is Seeing”. So right you are!
.-= David Merrill´s last blog ..Your Journey To Internet Marketing Success Begins Here =-.
Hi David,
Your messages are always so encouraging.
Once i heard, One hundred excuses don’t pay a bil and I always remember that. We must conquer our fears and go, go, go.
If we belief we can do it. That is true, but if we belief the opposite it is also true…
Cheers
Raisa
PD. The video is beautiful!
Yea, excuses never work, Raisa. We can’t even fool ourselves with them… not for long, anyway.
Nice to see you out here. Glad you like the video.
Hola David!
How important are our beliefs!!! I believe in me, I believe that I can achieve whatever I want but… it’s important to take action too, don’t you think?
Saludos,
Marco
.-= Marco Amaro´s last blog ..Como Hacer Negocios Por Internet Parte III – Conectando Dominio Con Hosting =-.
So glad to hear how much faith you have in yourself, because so few people do.
But in the end, Marco, it’s the action you take that will get you to achieve your goals.
David, great post my friend. I like what you said about people’s fear of not being comfortable. I had never really thought of it that way? There is still nothing like getting out of your comfort zone and succeeding! What a great feeling that is!! Douglas
It’s the ONLY way to do it, Doug. The ONLY way! Comfort is like waiting peacefully for Death. And that’s not our calling in Life.
Hi David,
the great Spanish poet Antonio Machado, wrote “travelers, there is no path; paths are made by walking”.
When I heard people´s pre-conceive opinions about something they haven´t tried, I always think in this phrase, that was very popular when I was a child, due to another great Spanish poet and singer, Joan Manuel Serrat.
Truth is that most of the time the illusion of safety is very dangerous, which should totally warn us about its election.
Most of the time, all of what surround us and seems to be secure and permanent can disappear in seconds, while taking the extra step to the “unknown” can easily open the doors to new possibilities. But I guess that, essentially, this requires a personal growing process that nobody can learn from other´s experiences.
However, if we accept our personal responsibility on the quality of our lives, we should admit that this is the consequence of our previous chosen… So, we should be careful with what we choose.
Beautiful fall!
Saludos
.-= Omar Estrada´s last blog ..MARKETING MÓVIL Estadísticas y Estrategias =-.
Thanks Omar. You’ve given us some great things to think about.
I especially like the quote about creating your path by walking it.
And you’re right, you can’t learn from the experiences of others, so in the end… start walking! It’s the only way you’ll find the path you need to be on.
“There is Nothing to Fear, except Fear itself!” So said Franklin Delano Roosevelt… words that inspired a nation over 80 years ago. True then… truer now.
I say “truer now” because it seems that we’ve forgotten somehow that the way to overcome fear is, as you said David, take massive action.
If we just but try to work right through it, over it, under it… but persist with a determination that you can’t be stopped… the “universe” finds a way to support you.
Like our friend, Omar, pointed out – “we have to take responsibility”…. so it really is up to us. Whatever we focus on will become our results.
Great post, David…. it gets people to go beyond just thinking… to taking a step forward to success.
.-= Chris McCargar´s last blog ..Time Management Part 1 – Time is Money =-.
Our focus IS our result. So true, Chris.
I appreciate your insight on this one!
Hey David,
Fear and excuses, coupled with the fact that people make up their minds whether or not something will be successful before you even put it into action…you nailed it!
These are the main reasons that people don’t make it online.
~ Tim
.-= Tim Colletti´s last blog ..Back To The Basics – Registering A Domain Name =-.
You got it, Tim. When you see success, it happens. When you see failure, it happens even faster!
Hi David,
I loved watching your movie (beautiful scenery, where is that?). Your words ring true,consistency of action is key, and a solid belief in yourself that you are going to be successful.
To live an extra-ordinary life which I am sure we all want, requires us to acknowledge the fear, thank it for being there and get on with it.
Thanks for sharing!
Deirdre
Glad you like the scenery, Deirdre. It’s a waterfall a few steps away from our front door!
We have certainly been blessed. Not just to be so close to it, but to be able to learn it’s secrets first-hand, each and every day. There’s simply no room for fear in this scenario.
Thanks for the visit, Deirdre.
Hello David,
Perfect post and regardless where we are on our path, your words of wisdom are an important reminder. I am meditating again and getting in touch with my source and taking intuitive and consistent action will help me realize my fullest realization as a person.
All my dreams come true by tapping into my source and staying in the game.
David, thank you for the reminder and the great soothing video footage of your fabulous stream.
You guys are dreaming your dream well.
Faith
.-= Faith Barnard´s last blog ..What Not to Do in Network Marketing- I Laughed so Hard I Cried =-.
You’re doing it the right way, Faith.
Taking intuitive and consistent action is what it takes. When you’re doing that, fear is just a vague shadow.
Keep it up, you’re on the right path!
David, Ok, so i envisioned you base jumping into that waterfall! That’s a way to get over fear! LOL. What gorgeous scenery.. is that your office?!
I loved what You shared about CONSISTENT ACTION – and the getting into the Stream of your success!
Best, Lisa
.-= Lisa Molina´s last blog ..3 Steps to Success as an Entrepreneur – Lead Generation =-.
Consistency is the key, isn’t it Lisa. We have to strive to keep things moving forward EVERY single day. When we look back, we’ll be amazed at how great our accomplishments have been with just many many many seemingly routine efforts.
Hello David
You have made it really clear as to why people don’t move from the comfort to the unknown. Your solution of taking daily steps reminds me of this quote “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Being focused is so important in our success journey.
Thanks
Perry A Davis Jr
Music City
Perry A Davis Jr´s last [type] ..Network Marketers! What is your most important tool
Thanks for the input, Perry.
Let’s not forget, too, that “the journey” you refer to begins, proceeds and ends with one step at a time. That’s the ONLY way to get to the destination you’ve created for yourself.
Hi David,
This is my first visit to your blog and I find it to be very impressive. I’m looking forward to returning again and again. These are the three main excuses you posted for true success in internet marketing. You listed 3 reasons for failure:
1)“It might wind up in failure.”
2)“I can’t do it”.
3)“I looked into it and it won’t work”. In order to succeed we must get past this elementary thinking. That kind of thinking is called, “stinking thinking.”
These thoughts cannot be a part of one’s journey. These thoughts will definitely sabotage any efforts to become successful.
In summary, consistent action over time creates results. Leave your fears and excuses behind.
Your video pointed to several key characteristics the right kind of thinking in order to reach success:
1)You have to overcome the fear of not being comfortable.
2)Take daily steps towards your goals and aspirations.
3)The steps must be daily, consistent, and deliberate.
4)Flow closer and closer to your dreams.
5)Take action.
6)Go from your source and flow around and through obstacles.
7)You may have to modify but move forward.
8)Stay consistent to the best of your abilities.
9)You will join those people who reached their destination.
10)Where is your power?
11)What is your source?
12)Move forward every day into the stream at a regular steady pace.
13)One day you will look back and think I can’t believe how far this has taken me!
14)Success!
Thank you for this excellent post and video! I love the waterfall!
Raena Lynn
Thanks for such a thorough review of this post, Raena.
You’ve really helped readers to put my thoughts together in a coherent outline. I really appreciate it and look forward to your future visits!
PS: I can tell you’ve walked this road, and have learned your way from your own successes and failures. Keep up the good work!