In the early 1500′s, Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortez is believed to have scuttled his entire fleet, stranding his expedition in Mexico.
He did this to prevent any additional mutinous uprisings and to literally “burn his bridges,” ensuring those in his service would have no option but to fight and win.
Failure was apparently not an option.
While mistakes are good and certainly necessary on the road to success, success is still the ultimate goal.
Sometimes to win, you must refuse to accept any other alternative.
Watch this quick video below to discover the difference between playing to win and playing to “not lose.” Then leave me a comment in the section below and tell me how you’ll be shifting your perspective so you play to win more often.
Be bold!
Ann
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Hi Ann,
I just jumped into a direct sell business, despite my fear. I have tried two direct sells home based businesses without success. It’s just so hard to get over when my friends or family members will not listen to my presentation or try any of the products. My husband is an engineer, and has an anti-networking mindset.
Hi Cheri,
Seems like a lot of people who start direct sales businesses begin to feel like they’re all alone shortly after starting. Like any business, no one is going to do it for you, and very often have no desire to help. But your success isn’t about them. It’s a choice. Either you work your business like a professional, or you allow others to treat you like an amateur. Yes, it is hard. Of course it’s hard, it’s a business. But you can do this, Cheri – I suspect you can do anything you set your mind to. Grab onto this opportunity with tenacity, practice being resilient, and don’t let anyone take away your desire to go after what you want. – Ann