7 Minutes in the Morning: Recent Episodes
thom@thomrigsby.com (Thom Rigsby, Business Coach)
A quick, energizing start to your day as a business owner... 7 Minutes gives you inspiration, action and a little bit of fun!
"If you want different results, you have to do things differently." ~Thom Rigsby Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
"The key to happiness doesn't lay in numbers in a bank account but in the way we make others feel and the way they make us feel." ~Joe Rogan Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
"All progress takes place outside your comfort zone." ~Michael John Bobak Have you ever been on a lazy river ride? You know, you sit in the inner tube and the water just moves you around the "river." That's one of the only places I can imagine where it takes little to no effort on your part to make progress...that is, if you consider going around in circles progress. The truth is that real progress (movement toward a goal) requires YOU to get outside your warm, comfy cocoon and make some new calluses. Of course, blisters come first and those blisters can be quite painful, but if you want to find success as an entrepreneur, business owner, or just in life...you need the blisters. Situations like we've been going through for the past couple of months really emphasize the need for planning and stress testing the business, and that stuff is not fun. But if you don't do it in planning and learn from the mistakes of preparation, then your only choices it to learn in real time...and THAT can be fatal to your business. Take a few minutes right now and think about two or three things that you've been putting off till "tomorrow" and make completing them today a priority! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
"Limitations live only in our minds. But if we use our imaginations, our possibilities become limitless" ~Jamie Paolinetti Have you ever seen a scary movie or had a nightmare? They use your imagination to create obstacles to your actions. And we don't need the movies to do that, we're plenty good on our own. Most people are pretty good at looking at a set of circumstances and letting the potential NEGATIVE outcomes prevent them from acting. Well, let's turn that on its head today. What if you use your imagination to see the potentially POSITIVE outcomes in a set of circumstances and use that vision of what could be to pull you into action?! What could you accomplish TODAY if you CHOSE to see the positive potential in every circumstance? And if you get stuck, you're in a circumstance that you just can't see a positive in, remember the words of Chief Tecumseh, "When you rise in the morning, give thanks...for the joy of living. If you can find no reason to give thanks, the fault lies only in yourself." Go out and make today...THE BEST DAY EVER! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
"Don't let WHAT you do be ALL you do." ~Unknown It's a great introductory line at networking events and mixers, "Hi, my name is Thom and I own a store...what do YOU do?" We get so used to saying it, hearing it, and answering it that we miss the message inside. Don't fall into the trap! We'll dig into this and much more on today's installment of 7 Minutes In the Morning, with Thom Rigsby. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
When times are crazy and you're working diligently to adapt and remain relevant to your market (and solvent), it can be really easy to look at what someone else is doing and, well, do that. We should certainly strive to learn from others but we can't BE others, you have to be yourself and bring your special brand of greatness to the market. THAT is what sets you apart and makes you a winner! You are uniquely gifted, talented and placed to do something special in the world, probably through or equipped by your business! If you need a hand finding that something special or how to leverage you business to make it happen, visit ThomRigsby.com/coaching to schedule a no-cost, no-obligation consultation today!
"What? Things are poppin'! I don't need to work on sales!" Actually...this is EXACTLY the time you need to work on sales! Its really easy to sit back and enjoy the steady flow of orders coming in when the going is good, but this is the time when you need to be "working for tomorrow." Invest in those relationships that will continue to pay off over time! Join me on this morning's installment of 7 Minutes In the Morning, the 5-day-a-week podcast for business owners and leaders as we talk about how to do just that! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
We've talked a lot about fear, mostly about the fear of failure. But as we examine what to do when your business grows too fast, there may be another fear lingering for you that we need to discuss...the fear of success. Yes, that's right, I said it! People...maybe even YOU...can be and are afraid of being successful! Sometimes those fears have a rational basis, sometimes they come from your own history, but in every case, THEY ARE MADE UP FEARS! In today's installment of 7 Minutes In the Morning, the 5-day-a-week video podcast for business owners and leaders, Thom shares some of his business history and how it has caused him to struggle with the fear of success for many years. Whether your fear is rooted in success or failure (or pain) there is great information in this podcast to help you! Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Okay, so things are going pretty well. Whether it's because of your incredible business acumen or just a smoking hot economy...things are cooking! Now what? Well, one thing we know for sure, whatever the cause of your success, there will inevitably be a time when things are NOT going so well. How can you prepare NOW while things are good? That's our topic this morning on 7 Minutes In the Morning, the 5-day a week video podcast featuring THE Unashamed Non-conformist and arguably the best business coach in Huntsville, Alabama...Thom Rigsby! Grab a cup of coffee and join us...you'll be glad you did! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
We talk a lot more often about what to do when things go wrong...but what about when things go right? I mean REALLY right...like, now you feel like you're over your head in the deep end of the pool!? We all dream of great success when we start our business, but once we get started and we're covered up just handling the day-to-day...who's got time to think about things going TOO good? This is our topic all week this week on 7 Minutes in the Morning, the 5-day-a-week podcast for business owners, leaders and entrepreneurs that are ready to level up their business so they can finally enjoy the life, and lifestyle, they crave! Join me, Thom Rigsby, THE Unashamed Non-conformist, business coach, and host of the show as we dig into how to handle success! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Okay, so we've talked about why YOU feel stuck...but why is your BUSINESS stuck? Still chugging along but not really growing? That's our topic today on 7 Minutes In the Morning, THE daily video podcast for business owners and leaders! Join your host Thom Rigsby from Huntsville, Alabama as we dig into Getting Your Business Unstuck! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Progress - verb - movement in a direction. Building a business doesn't happen in one step. You don't go from nothing to Amazon in one step. There are lots of steps, and they're messy - The need to be perfect. Comparison. Don’t compare your now to their now. - The need for “someone else” or “something” else, looking for ‘one more thing’ - Waiting for someone else is deferring your success on to someone else’s shoulders. You’re saying you can’t be successful without them. You’re blaming them for your lack of success. Will you also give them the credit when you do succeed? - No clear vision If you need help or a strategy to break free from your stuckness...schedule a confidential, no-obligation call... www.ThomRigsby.com/coaching Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
It's really hard to grow a business when you feel stuck! Sometimes it can seem like the only thing growing is your to-do list and you're barely better off than when you were stuck in the 9-5! Every business owner want's to grow, at least a little, but sometimes that growth can stagnate...usually because of what WE do on a daily basis! If you're feeling stuck in your business growth, join Thom Rigsby, THE Unashamed Non-conformist on today's installment of 7 Minutes In the Morning. This is the 5-day-a-week video podcast where we talk about how to start, grow, and enjoy the benefits of business ownership! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Having a business is easy...having a SUCCESSFUL business is difficult...especially if you don't know what "successful" means for you! On today's episode of 7 Minutes In the Morning, Thom will explain the value of a vision and how to use it to build a business that Works FOR You! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
You do work every day...but is your work working FOR YOU? What does that even mean? If work is defined as 'the net value you leave in your wake,' what is the value your work leaves? Does it pay you once, many times, how long? All these questions and more at tackled in today's installment of 7 Minutes In the Morning, the daily video podcast for business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Every year around 627k people with dreams of success and freedom from the tyranny on their 9-5 take the leap into business ownership...and every year, around 595k frustrated business owners decide to close an exhausting chapter of their life...and their business. ⠀ ⠀ Of the 32k intrepid souls that make it through the slings and arrows of their first year, many will ultimately fall prey to the same frustrations and shortcomings that befall the vast majority of those brave enough to consider starting a small business.⠀ ⠀ Why do some succeed where others struggle and fail?⠀ ⠀ This is the topic we will tackle all week on 7 Minutes In the Morning, the 5-day-a-week podcast that explores how to start, grow, AND ENJOY the benefits of business ownership!⠀ ⠀ If you or someone you know owns a business THIS is the show for you! It's quick, punchy, kinda funny, and features THE Unashamed Non-Conformist himself, Thom Rigsby. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
If you want bigger profits, figure out how to make a bigger difference! Grab a cup of coffee and join me for today's installment of 7 Minutes In the Morning - THE source for business growth and entrepreneur success! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Anytime you focus on one thing, something else loses focus. That just common sense. So what happens when your focus is applied to a customer or group of customers and you lose others? That's our topic on this morning's edition of 7 Minutes In the Morning. Stay tuned! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Almost everything Steve Jobs ever said has become canon for business owners and designers...but what about this one? "It's not the customer's job to know what they want." Is that REALLY true? Join me on this episode of 7 Minutes In the Morning and we'll talk about it, then create a plan to put into action RIGHT NOW to put your own ding in the Universe! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Every business owner has experienced it...no sales! The hard truth is people don't buy your product or service because they don't want it! Why not!? I mean, it is a great idea, right? One that thousands...maybe millions of people could use! They'd LOVE it if they just gave it a chance! As a business owner or entrepreneur, it's hard to put yourself, um, I mean your PRODUCT out there and risk people saying they don't like it (and by extension, they don't like you...at least that's what you're thinking!). If we know how painful it is...why do we do it? Honestly, because we don't know any better. And for millions of would-be entrepreneurs, they never learn this lesson, and they're doomed to failure! There are tons of compelling arguments about the idea that the customer is always right...but most coaches and consultants frame that in the context of customer service. I want to shape it a little differently for you. What if, instead of pushing YOUR idea on the customer, you let the customer tell you what they wanted to buy...then you sell them THAT? Do you think that would be easier? Too often aspiring business owners begin with their own idea that they want to force upon their customers. Sure, sometimes you can disguise it as 'market education' but the truth is...if they don't know they need it, they probably don't want it, and if they don't want it, they won't buy it! You are much better off to begin by identifying a market you want to serve, find a problem that they need a great, no-brainer solution for, then sell them that! It will be much easier, your customers will be happier and more likely to return, and you will have a MUCH better experience as a business owner! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Have you ever set a goal for yourself and then felt overwhelmed at the size of the goal? Maybe you're really clear on what you want but not sure what to do first to make it a reality. Transforming dreams and goals into actions and why the small things matter is what we're talking about today on 7 Minutes In the Morning. Stay tuned! Business owners and entrepreneurs have big dreams and make big plans...it's just what we do. But sometimes the end goal or outcome is much easier to see that the next three steps we should take. The key to beating overwhelm and making your goals a reality is to keep breaking them down into smaller and small pieces. Goals become projects. Projects become tasks. Tasks get scheduled and done! And when you do the tasks that complete the projects...they accomplish your goals! Don't ever let the size or the scope of your dreams keep you from starting. And similarly, don't ever scale down your dreams because they seem too big and unobtainable. The Wright brothers LEARNED TO FLY because they had a dream! Yes, that was a Big Hairy Audacious Goal and they crushed it! Did they stumble along the way? Have set-backs? Of course! But they made their dream a reality, and you can too...with a little bit of planning! If you'd like to talk about your plans or maybe you need help putting your plans together, don't hesitate to reach out, I'm here to help! Just go to https://www.ThomRigsby.com/coaching and sign up for a confidential, no-obligation call to see where you are, where you want to go, and the next steps you need to take to turn your dreams and goals into actions and reality! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
When you set goals for the year, do you make separate sets for personal and business outcomes? If you do, here's why I think you should do things differently! It's just like my argument against work-life balance...there's no such thing! There is just life...and work happens to be a big part of it! Here's proof...have you ever been at work and thought about something you needed to do at home, at home thinking about work, or on vacation thinking about whether you closed the garage door. Your MIND doesn't create separate buckets for each so why do you plan separately for each? As a business owner or entrepreneur, you have to consider the entirety of your life when you plan for the upcoming year, quarter, or day (can you make that client call or do you need to pick up the kids?). When you are setting business goals for the next year, try adding in a couple of personal categories, say, for example, health, family, and personal development. By thinking holistically you will be much more likely to hit ALL your goals and be happier along the way! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Ever had an idea for the next great product? You know, the kind they show on late-night TV where their inventor makes millions and retires to some cruise ship? Maybe you have that idea now...and have no idea where to start! Then today's show is just for you! This is 7 Minutes in the Morning, a daily video podcast by business coach and THE Unashamed Non-conformist, Thom Rigsby. Every day Thom takes one business (or life of the business owner) topic and breaks it down, sprinkles it with a bit of his unique insight, then sends you on your way with the encouragement you need to win the day! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What do you do when you're faced with a difficult decision? Keep working (or work harder) on the business...or shut it down? Stick with this problem employee...or let them go? Sell the 30-year-old family business...or refinance? These are just a few of the questions business owners and leaders face every day, and they're tough! And if this is your first time in the entrepreneurial pool...then can be even tougher. On today's installment of 7 Minutes in the Morning, Thom will wrap up the week and talk about how to make difficult decisions! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Have you ever had that feeling that maybe this just wasn't meant to be? Even though I've worked really hard at it, for a long time, I should just cut my losses now? The good news is, everyone who has ever tried something new, difficult, and/or worthwhile has felt that way...so you're in really good company. The BETTER news is...well, watch or listen to the podcast...I don't want to give it ALL away here! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you 'almost' ready to start your business or next project...just as soon as you ___? That attitude will GUARANTEE your failure! There is one easy way to overcome that obstacle and it is required of EVERY successful project! Do you know what it is? Then stay tuned! Every business owner and aspiring entrepreneur has a laundry list of things they 'want' to do. The difference between those that succeed and those that fail however is that the successful businesses START! "But Thom, you don't understand, I just need to know ___!" Whatever words you choose to fill in that blank, I've heard them...and they're all excuses! Stop making excuses and start taking action! Now, of course, there are materials to gather, plans to make, intel to collect on the enemy, um, competition...so how do you deal with that AND start? Simple...you simplify on a timeline! (not guaranteed to be easy!) First, you simplify with the MVP method. MVP stands for Minimum Viable Product...what is the least amount of product (or service) that my client will pay me for? That's your MVP. Second, you develop your MVP on a timeline. You don't have an unlimited amount of time to figure out what your MVP is, you time-box your decision making then at the end of that time-box...you start...no matter what! Will your decision be perfect? Unlikely. Will you have to modify or adapt your trajectory? Very likely! Will you be ahead of the competitors that are still reading books and watching videos? Definitely! And as we talked about yesterday, being out front is PARAMOUNT! (Here's the link in case you missed it: https://www.thomrigsby.com/thelatest/2020/01/leadership-as-a-business-strategy-confidence-to-go-first/ Look, I know this is scary, but the best way to gain confidence is to start! And with momentum, you can actually gain speed and make the work easier the faster you go. And it all begins with starting! If you're stuck and not sure how to get started, I can help. Take 90 seconds right now and visit www.ThomRigsby.com/coaching to schedule a time for us to talk! Start the ball rolling RIGHT NOW! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Is your business a leader in your industry? Are you considered a thought leader regarding your industry? Do you even consider these questions important to the strength and stability of your business? ... You should...and here's why! In any race or contest, it is a simple truth...if you're not in the lead, then you are playing catch-up! In business, if you're not leading your industry segment, then YOU are behind and playing catch-up! Personally, I'd much rather feel the nip of the competition on my heels than be running desperately, fighting off the other competition to close the gap with the leader. Sure, some business owners will comfort themselves by pointing out that they're not last in their category, maybe there are even competitors 'following' their lead...but that's just a compromise. It's an acknowledgment that they're not first and they never will be! They've already lost the game, they just haven't given up yet! When you are the leader in your segment, your words have power. Your actions have consequences, and your choices move markets! When you are not the leader, you are being overpowered, moved, and whip-sawed...subject to the whims of your leader. As a business coach, I see it all the time, the newly minted entrepreneur working diligently to focus on the goals they've set but working in a vacuum, completely oblivious to the market in which they play. No business operates on an island, immune to the influences of the others around them competing for the customers' attention and money! If you accept that premise, then you must also accept that the businesses that will find success are those that direct and influence that market. So what can YOU do to be a leader in your market? Here are a couple of ideas: - Be Vocal! - Speak out about what's going on in your industry, share your opinion. Yes, you will alienate some, but you will also galvanize others behind you! - Challenge the Norm! - If you're just like everybody else, then you're only competing on price, and that is a losing game. What are you doing to be different and challenge the mediocre masses? - Take On the Leader! - Even if you don't win right away, take on the leader, challenge them, call them out, make them work for it! Yes, you MIGHT make some headway by supporting them...but how many others are doing the same thing. Once again, you slip into the quiet masses! As our Quote of the Day from Rick Krug says, if you don't have followers you're not a leader, you're just going for a walk. What will YOU do today to create followers and take your position out front? If you're not sure what to do next or how to implement leadership as a business strategy, I'd love to talk and help you create a plan to make it happen. Just click on https://www.ThomRigsby.com/coaching and schedule a no-obligation Discovery Session right now! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Think back to a time when your alarm didn't go off (or maybe it did and you ignored it). What happened next? Well, when you figured out what was going on, you launched into your day in crisis mode...and it stayed that way all day long...didn't it? On today's episode of 7 Minutes In the Morning I talk a little about my morning routine but more about why you should have a routine and how to build one that works for you, not necessarily copies mine! If you're having entirely too many days of crisis, you owe it to yourself, your family, and your business to listen to today's installment! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Have you ever seen a commercial and heard someone say, "That was my idea" or "I thought of that!" Is that person you? Let's talk about your ideas for a minute... Everybody has ideas, some are amazing solutions to very challenging problems! So why don't they ever see the light of day? Because frankly, ideas suck. Execution is what separates dreamers from doers, havers, and achievers. When you have that great idea, after a few minutes of euphoric exploration of the what-if's...do you fall back into the "yeah, but's"? You start throwing up all the reasons and roadblocks that you are going to let stand in your way of turning this idea into reality! So why don't the doers and achievers have the same roadblocks? They do! They just choose to focus their time on making it happen, finding out how to go over or around the roadblocks and obstacles rather than staring at them in awe of their size and difficulty. Today, when you have your next great idea, your mind is going to take you to the obstacles...that's fine. Jot them down on the back of an index card. Then flip the card over and write down three things that you can do in less than one day to make it happen, not overcome the obstacles, but make the idea a reality. AFTER you've done those three things, THEN you can flip the card over and start chipping away at the obstacles! As Randy Pausch said in his now-famous Last Lecture, "The brick walls are not there to keep you out, they are there to make you prove how badly you want it." Don't let someone else's brick wall keep you from your dreams! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you struggling to 'have it all', trying to figure out how to balance the demands of your work with the rest of your life? If you are, you're doing it wrong...and today's post will help you fix that! Read on... I'll be honest, I market A LOT to the phrase or pain point of 'work life balance' because, frankly, so many people are looking for THE answer...how? The problem is not how but why? Why do you feel as though you need to separate your work from the rest of your life? Your work should help you achieve your dreams. YOU are uniquely gifted and talented and placed to do work that matters and have an abundant life while you're doing it. Just like a piece in a puzzle, you fit perfectly into that spot and you already have, or have access to, everything you need to do that 'thing.' And just like the empty spot in the puzzle craves the only piece in the box that will fill it...so to is your abundant life and work that matters calling to you! So your work should constantly move you closer and closer to that abundant life...but you've compromised! Instead of doing work that matters, you're doing work that pays the bills. You're frustrated with some or all of it...but it's a "good" job, so you keep showing up. Now you just want to find a way to segment it off and store it away from the rest of your 'life' so you can enjoy said life. And herein lies the problem - you're treating work and life like two separate things when in reality, work is just part of your life. Think about it, the only way you can balance two things is if they are, well, two different things! Now for the scary part...how do you change? How do you find the work that feeds your abundant life...work that energizes you, activates your gifts and talents, and challenges you to be better every day? The answer is simple but not easy. First, you have to stop and listen. This is especially difficult during the holidays (but then again, maybe you have some time off coming!). Listen for what calls to you. What can you work on all day and still feel pumped up about when you finish? It may be a hobby, or volunteer work, or just a dream...but it's there...listen. Second, begin moving toward your abundant life. Maybe you need to start a side-hustle, maybe you need to sell off some excess crap, maybe you need to read a book or watch some videos (like mine?)...begin making baby steps in that direction. The first few steps are always the hardest because you're changing momentum...but as you begin to take those steps, all of a sudden you will find momentum shifting into a new direction. Finally, commit. Don't say 'someday' or 'next year.' Do you realize that when the clock rolls over midnight at the end of this month that it is not only the end of the year but the end of the decade? Are you where you wanted to be by the end of the 2010's? If this message is resonating with you and you're unsure where to go or what to do next, don't worry. Many people have had the same question, including me. This has been a lifetime journey for me! And that thing that energizes me, that abundance that calls to me...is helping people find THEIR freedom and fulfillment! So when you get stuck on where to go next, reach out. I'm more than happy to hop on the phone or video call, no-cost & no-obligation, to help you find the clarity and confidence you need to live the life and lifestyle you crave! https://www.ThomRigsby.com/30min Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What is faith? This is a question I've been working on for a while now, part of a bigger project to really examine the words we use a lot and maybe don't "KNOW" what they mean. So I'll ask again, what is faith... Today's quote from Helen Keller takes a stab at answering the question and defines faith as optimism that leads to achievement. But I've come to understand it differently. See, optimism still leaves room for it to not work out. I can be optimistic about an outcome that never happens. Faith, however, means it IS going to happen, just as certainly as something already written in history. So what does all this mean to the business owner? To the entrepreneur? As we are nearing the end of 2019 and finishing up our plans for 2020...are you optimistic or do you have faith? If you haven't started on a plan for 2020 or you're unsure about any aspect of it, I'd love to help you get started with a no-cost, no-obligation phone call. Just go to www.ThomRigsby.com/discovery to find out more and schedule your one-on-one call. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Hey, did you hear that Instagram updated its algorithm? There's an update to the Facebook feed AND BlahBlah is the hottest new social network! What are you going to do now!?!? Whether it's a new app, a bug fix in the algorithm, or the best and brightest that social media has to offer, there's no getting around it; technology is constantly changing. For your business, it's more important than ever to track these changes and incorporate them into your strategy daily, but when there is always something newer, brighter, and shinier to chase, how do you stay on track? When you always focus on the latest, how can you ever get anything done? Just like you wouldn't drop down on one knee on the first date, you shouldn't throw all your time, money, and resources on the latest social media trend to catch your eye. The key is to watch for trends that are new and interesting to your target market (not you!) and begin testing them, but just test. Don't sell and go all-in until you can see a return on your investments; then, it's time to start taking things seriously! At the end of the day, you have to make sure that the bright shiny object you want to chase will pay dividends and provide results for your business. A constant pursuit of everything new the internet has to offer will leave you always making changes and second-guessing, making sure that you get nowhere. So, take time, do your research, and above all, stay focused on the prize, not all the shortcuts to get you there! The old saying goes, "Jack of all trades, master of none," so keep that in mind when trying to build your online presence. Spreading yourself too thin and lacking focus is bad for growth and ultimately does more hurt than harm. Stay focused, keep on track, and invest in the tools that give you results! Because when your eyes are locked on the prize, you won't get so distracted by the bright, shiny, and new! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you think you have a good idea? Maybe even a GREAT idea? That's awesome, but can you prove it? Sorry to break the news, but your idea is worthless. It means nothing, has no value, and won't earn you a dime. Now maybe that's a little harsh, but it's true. An idea is just that, simply thoughts in your head or pen scratches on paper of something you think could be great. It has no intrinsic value to anyone but you, and quite frankly, it's just not that special. The reality is what's special is YOU, your ability to execute that idea, and take it out of your head and into the world! It's one thing to have an idea, but it's your will to develop and work with it that defines its potential. You have to take that idea beyond just a cool pitch or talking point around the dinner table and turn it into something others are willing to get on board with! You have to transform it into something that inspires others to act now, and if you can do that, your idea has some merit behind it! Until someone puts money in your hand, it's just an idea, so take steps to make it something more. Work diligently to simplify it, boil it down to something you can execute, then go out and generate interest! Don't sit around and mope that others don't get it or just can't see the vision. Put in the work and prove to the world that your idea is worth it! You know what you've got and what you can do, so go out and get it done. Refine your inspiration and make it into something for others to get excited about! THAT is how you prove you have a good, no, GREAT idea! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you just not feeling it today? There might be a reason why... Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are the challenges in your life or business protecting you from danger or asking you to prove how badly you want it? Enjoy today's episode and stay warm! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Why do you work? Can you clearly articulate the end-state you are striving to achieve? It's a simple enough question but one that will probably stump you. I've asked this question to hundreds, maybe thousands of people and the most common answers they have given fall into one of two categories: 1) to pay bills, or 2) um, because I'm supposed to. It is exactly this lack of goals, absence of vision, that lead over 70% of employees to be mentally and emotionally disengaged AT WORK! They just don't care. Among business owners it's slightly better...but not much. In a recent Reddit thread the question was posed, "Why did you start your business?" and the majority of answers centered around what the job allowed them to escape, not what it was providing for them. So whether you are an employee or a business owner, it's really easy to get trapped in the "it's what I'm supposed to do" way of thinking. That's not intentional thinking and will NOT produce the results you're looking for! The reality is, if you don't have a clear vision of what YOU call success, you will just wander around, doing whatever looks interesting and never really reaching your full potential! So instead, why not give this thought experiment a try. Grab a piece of paper and finish this sentence, "I envision a time when..." What are the criteria you will use to decide if your journey has been successful? Not only will this make answering the WHY question easier, but it also gives you a great decision-making tool! Use it when you face a choice and ask yourself which option moves me closer to my vision of success...then choose that one! Over time, you just might get there! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Have you ever felt like giving up, but decided to stick with it just a little while longer...and longer turns out to be a really long time? That's how you can mess around and instead of starting that new adventure, you're blowing out candles at your retirement party! Sometimes you have to quit one thing to gain another! Out quote of the day today comes from Christopher Columbus and is a great example of this principle at work. It's easy and safe to keep the shore in sight, but what greatness lays ahead if we just let go of 'safe'? Too often we are willing to cling doggedly to the known, even when it is uncomfortable or painful, just to avoid the unknown! Many second-career entrepreneurs deal with this very fear every day! They are comfortable with the clarity and confidence that comes from a job, even when it lacks the control and lifestyle freedom they crave! Don't be like them. Whether this is your first or second career, take back control of your life...for better or worse you will revel in the freedom! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is the leading authority on second-career success. Thom and his team will take your unique skills, experiences, and goals then apply their expertise and resources to create a clear, personalized plan of action that will ensure you have the lifestyle freedom AND fulfillment you've been missing as you begin your second career! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for Private Advisory sessions and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
I have a simple question today...who runs your life? You? Are you sure...? Browsing through my feed this morning I saw an article about a new court ruling that would pave the way for blind people to sue businesses that didn't provide accessible websites. At first blush, this doesn't sound so bad...but at what point does personal responsibility kick in? I'm curious why a blind person who is motivated enough to sue a business owner for not having an accessible website would want to do business with a company that doesn't cater to blind people? It reminds me of the warning on the hairdryer that remind us not to use the product in the shower! Or just yesterday I found out that if your real estate closing agent doesn't WARN you that there are fraudsters out there that might try to steal your money, that the closing agent can be held liable for your loss! How insane is that! These are all examples of yielding control to someone else cleverly disguised as assigning blame! Here's how this works! If someone else can be responsible for your shortcomings, then they must also be responsible for your successes! You are giving over control of your life to someone else. Ben Franklin's oft-quoted statement seems appropriate here, "Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." At the end of the day, THIS is the case for personal responsibility! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are your choices bold? Do they align with what you SAY you want? So if the pursuit of success exposes freedom, the truest exercise of freedom requires boldness...you must assert and defend your freedom by consistently making choices that move you toward your goals, even when...especially when...those choices are difficult! Are you choosing to win...or not lose? Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What does success mean to you? School teaches us that success comes by following the rules, getting the right answers, and working hard. But is that success? Think of the person you admire the most. They broke the rules. Jesus, Gandhi, Einstein, Bezos, Rigsby...all non-conformists! Because if you keep doing (and believing) what you've always done, you will keep getting what you've always gotten. If you want something else, something more or different, you MUST do things differently! If you are closing in on the end of your first career, or maybe you're just ready to do something different...carefully consider how you will measure success. One question I like to ask my private advisory clients is, "If we met for coffee in a year and I asked if you've succeeded...what elements would you consider in order to answer the question?" And never forget...success is a state that you can move into...and out of...quickly and easily. Sometimes even multiple times within the same day! If something isn't working...change it! Because it is in the pursuit of success, that you will find yourself in a state of freedom. What rule will you break today? Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Confidence comes from experience and experience from execution. You have to do something to get a result and in stacking result after result you get experience. And from that experience, you can have confidence. When you are confident that what you are doing is right (not that it will produce a winning outcome) you can have as much fun as you want. The uncertainty of winning or losing is part of what makes playing the game so much fun. You don't want to take that away. But you when you can proceed confidently knowing that you are putting forth your best and highest effort and that in doing so you are creating the best opportunity to win...then fun ensues. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Question of the day: What do you want to do but believe you are unqualified or unable to do? Have you ever known someone who constantly believed they were falling prey to the latest malady in the news? Cancer from styrofoam cups? Yep! Flesh-eating bacteria? You know...my arm has been itching a lot...! There is a medical condition known as hypochondria where your mind convinces you that you have a condition...so your body begins to act like you have that condition! It becomes a self-reinforcing condition! So here's my thought...if you mind is powerful enough to make you sick...why can't you mind be powerful enough to make you well? Or in the context of your work or business...if your mind can prevent you from being successful, why can't your mind assist you in being successful!?!? You've probably heard the old axiom "fake it till you make it," right? Well, there's definitely a bit of truth in that. In EVERY successful endeavor, the first person you have to convince that it's going to work...is YOU! How many times have you seen a great opportunity but passes on it because of {insert your weak excuse here}! STOP Doing That! Instead, find the reasons why you should jump head-long into that opportunity and make it a winner. Remember, there are a million reasons why not, only one great reason why! Drop a comment below and let us know what opportunity you are going to move on today! Make a commitment then take action to make it real! It's the only way to change your future! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Did you share your dream with the world yesterday (see yesterday's podcast)? If you did I have one question for you...is it big enough? Let's just say I've been coaching and helping people unleash their pent up potential for well over a decade and in that time I've learned many truths about coaching and getting the best out of people. Here's one of them...if you shared your big, hairy, audacious goal with the world yesterday...there's a VERY GOOD chance that you held back! Yep, I said it...you held back! Here's why! Even if you feel like you put it all out on the table...walked through the food court at the mall in your underwear (sorry for that visual but it works!), fearful as you may have been...there's still more. See even if you laid it all out on the table yesterday for the first time, you've had that dream stored up for so long that you're just not used to talking about it! And if you did share it all, your dream bucket is exposed to the world, what kind of coach would I be if I didn't challenge you to stretch! You've already come this far, you've exposed your hopes and dreams this much, WHY NOT think bigger! Want to make $1 million? Why not $2 million? 100 new customers, why not 200? Hire a new technician, why not 2? See, once you're over the hurdle of sharing at all, it is time to REALLY share what the REAL dream is! So go ahead, update your dreams and BHAG's in the comments! I DARE YOU! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you living at your full potential? Is your business, your work, and your life as good as it could be? Even if the answer is "almost" then you still have work to do! Read on... When energy is stored (like in a spring or a battery) and not used it is called POTENTIAL energy...potential because it is not being realized. You have the potential within you and it is stored in the form of a big, hairy, audacious goal...a BHAG...a dream that is so big and crazy that, until today, you have resisted even telling anyone else about it! Well, today is the day you are going to share your big dream with the world. Here's why... Potential does nothing for anyone until it is released...but it can degrade. Over time an unused battery will lose its charge. A spring will be sprung (yep, that's really what it's called!) If you don't begin releasing your potential TODAY you will begin losing it TODAY! If you've been tracking with us all week, you know that Monday I challenged you to refine your BGAG into a clear concise sentence...Well, today is the day to share it with the world and what better place to start than right here! Within the Thom Rigsby community you have people just like you, similarly situated to you, ready and willing to support YOU! Everybody here has a crazy, non-conformist dream, I just want you to be an UNASHAMED non-conformist! So go ahead, drop that powerful sentence in the comments and let the rest of the community know what you will pursue and make a reality! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What is the one thing that you keep coming back to, time and time again? It keeps calling to you and you just can't get it out of your head? Have you ever wondered why that is? Because you are uniquely gifted, talented and placed to have an abundant life and do work that matters, you are like a puzzle piece, uniquely shaped to fill a given spot in the masterpiece. That means you have at least one matching piece out there somewhere...and it is calling to you! Unless you answer that call and do you part, there will always be a gap, a hole, an unfinished piece! You don't want that do you? Someone needs to benefit from your contribution. They need the product you offer, the service you provide, they need to hear what YOU have to say! But answering that call will lead you into the unknown, the unfamiliar, and therefore will be at least a little bit scary! But hey, what great accomplishment comes without risk! Indeed, as Emerson said, everything you want is out there and it also wants you. Like two magnets you will be drawn together to create something much greater than either one on your own can produce. Just think what great things you could do if you redirected your focus away from maintaining the status quo and toward success! Go forth boldly today, with confidence, and pursue that which you desire...it's trying to find you too! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What dream do you have that is so big, so crazy, so ridiculous that you hesitate to share it with anyone else...but you just can't let it go? Last week we talked about fear and the role it plays in reaching your dreams, this week we're talking about boldly pursuing your dreams. This week, we're gonna jump start your journey to reaching that dream by creating some clarity around what you want and building some confidence behind your ability to do it! Lately, the word desire seems to have taken on a negative connotation. The reality is that the desire of your heart is there for a reason. You are uniquely gifted, talented and placed to have an abundant life and play your part in the bigger picture. Desire is that calling...that aching that continuously draws you into the role you are uniquely qualified and able to fulfill. As we make our way through this week, I want you to focus on the big dream, that BHAG (big, hairy, audacious goal)...today, work to define it, refine it, and put it into one powerful sentence. Something you can say to yourself every time the going gets tough and you want to quit. Something you can share to rally others to follow you. Something that will light a fire in your belly and keep it blazing until you make it a reality! What is your BHAG? Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Yesterday we talked about how your dreams should scare you, at least a little. Just don't allow that fear to paralyze you and keep you firmly planted where you are! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
How comfortable is your office chair? I was walking through the office supply store the other day and saw these big, fancy office chairs and thought to myself, "Office chair or TV recliner?" Now, don't get me wrong...of course you should be comfortable when you're working. But your desk is a great metaphor for your business. Make the desk comfortable for working but not so comfortable that you never want to leave! The whole purpose of having a business is to be a creative outlet and a financial source for the life of your dreams! It is NOT the desired endpoint! Real progress in building and enjoying the life you crave happens outside your office and definitely with your backside outside of your chair! (in fact, as I write this...I'm sitting in the floor leaning back against my chair!) So get your art done, get out of the office, and enjoy the life you are working so hard to build! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Before you knew how to ride a bike (and maybe while you were learning) you may have thought it was impossible. For thousands of years, people believed it was impossible for mankind to take to the skies. You are looking at some limitation, constraint, or obstacle today and thinking it is impossible to overcome, yet, all your limitations live only in your mind. Everything is possible. It may require sacrifice or difficult choices...but Everything is on the table for you today! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What are you not trying because you don't feel qualified or ready? I love this quote from Bruce Lee because it calls it perfectly...greatness is present in everyone, even the average person, but it requires effort to achieve. With all the opportunity for distraction available to us...literally in the palm of your hand...we often fall prey to Distraction Over Action. We know that the next task or project is going to be taxing, stressful, or lengthy so we opt for a "quick" distraction. That quick distraction turns into a long one, the BAM...off your game. One of the best ways I've found to defeat DOA is with block scheduling. Schedule a block of time, say 20 minutes, to focus on one task. Turn off all your notifications, don't check email or answer the phone...just focus. You will be amazed at what you can accomplish in a short period of time. How do you avoid DOA and get that To Do list knocked out? Leave your best tip in the comments! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
You've probably heard the old saying that Cash Is King...right? What if it's not? As business owners and leaders, the odds can feel like they're stacked against us. With more than 90% of new businesses not making it through the first five years, and their demise often attributed to inadequate funding (wrong, but that's for another day) it's easy to understand why so many businesses chase the money. But there's another currency you should be chasing instead. Harold Geneen once said, "In business, everyone is paid in two coins: cash and experience. Take the experience first; the cash will come later." Chasing the cash turns every customer interaction into a transaction. The truth is, this is very transparent to the customer, and many times they are fine with that. But there it also prevents the development of a relationship and any semblance of customer loyalty. Now, I'm not saying you should do the work for free, but do consider what you are gaining from every interaction. There is something you can learn...and that might be worth much more than cash! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
So, how have you been? How's the business? I find myself asking this question a lot at networking or other meetings where I'm running into people I know. It's a pretty common greeting. Do you know what answer I get frequently? "Well, I've been pretty busy!" (or some variant of that) While we're taking a little break from the daily grind this week at the beach, I wanted to remind you that busy does not equal effective. In fact, it is a terrible measure of how things are going. The hamster is busy, and not moving an inch. In my live workshop Making Time for Success, one of the key concepts addresses the mistaken idea that time management is about efficiency. The efficient use of time is to get more done is the same amount of time. This is wrong. What you really want is the more effective use of your time...getting the right things done in the allotted time. This requires some hard decisions! Right now, how many items are on your to-do list? I want you to take an honest inventory and identify everything on that list that, if you NEVER did them, nothing adverse would happen. You are probably like a lot of people that use a lengthy to-do list as a crutch to help you feel better about not getting anything done...but you're busy! I want you to go through your list and pick the five most important things on your list. The items you pick should all take less than a day to complete (if they are bigger than one day, break them down into day-sized chunks). Now, armed with your next five moves...pick the one item that will have the greatest impact on your life if you do it today. That item is now your priority. Get that done first, then knock out the other four. Then tomorrow...rinse and repeat. This is the P+4F method at work. You can find a video explaining it in more detail on my website (link in bio). Use it and it will change your life. Keep doing what you've been doing...and you'll keep getting what you already have! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you have fun while you're working? Building a business or expanding your career is hard work...and serious business. But that doesn't mean you can't have fun while you're doing it! In fact, you SHOULD have fun...it will make it a lot more enjoyable while you're doing the hard stuff! Now I'm not saying that if you don't have a ping-pong table or foosball table you're doing it wrong. You can have fun without all the toys or games...in fact, it may even be better that way. When you lean on the games to bring the fun, then you're not really putting in the effort to find the fun in the business. I really love this quote from Einstein, "Creativity is intelligence having fun." It really emphasizes that it's the process we should focus on and not rely on making it to the "finish line" before we get to enjoy ourself. If you're not having fun with the work you're doing, take a quick time out and think about ways you can make it more fun and enjoyable. Can you make a game out of the work, maybe even pull your whole team into the brainstorming process! How are you making your work fun? Leave a comment below and let us know! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you the best at what you do? Are you willing to say so? I will frequently talk with business owners and leaders and have fantastic products or services but downplay their own effectiveness or impact! Heck, I'm even guilty of this (and my grandmother would be proud!). The problem is that if you don't express the confidence you have in your product or service...who will? Exactly nobody! We think that we're being humble or avoiding speaking ill of others...but the reality is that people, including your customers, want to know that you are confident in your capabilities! Would you rather want the brain surgeon who was "pretty sure he could do it" or the one that "knows what to do"? Take a few minutes right now and think about the leader in your market. Do THEY say they're the best? Then you DEFINITELY should! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
How do you know when it's time to cut bait? Yesterday we talked about boundaries... and I'm also a fan of pushing your limits. So how do you reconcile those? It's really not as hard as it sounds When you start with personal responsibility! As an individual, you are only responsible for your decisions and outcomes, then there are modifiers. Parents take on responsibility for their kids, entrepreneurs take on some of the burdens for their employees and customers...but there's a limit. About 18 months ago, my adult son died from the effects of alcoholism. In spite of our best efforts, he still made the choices that led to his demise. You only have responsibility for others to the point of their freewill choice. You can't make the decision for them, that is where you have to let them beat the weight of their own burden. Focus on what you can control, make the decisions that are within your purvue, and do everything you can to let the rest go. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
It's easy to talk about your neighbor violating boundaries, but what about you? Today let's talk about how boundaries help YOU stay focused and in your lane! Especially as a business owner or leader, it's super easy to drift...to "expand" the business into new areas where there seems to be a need. But what happens when you do that too early or with faulty research. Suddenly you find yourself in unfamiliar territory and, perhaps worst of all, the original business can fall on hard times due to your lack of attention. Having and abiding by boundaries let's you focus your time, energy, and attention to create a result! Establish boundaries early on. Create mechanisms to check yourself when you begin to drift, and exercise the discipline to stay inside the lines! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
How often do you say no to requests that don't lead to your success or help you meet your goals? Saying no is easier for some than others, but if you have any hope of living the life you crave, you must become a master of culling the invaluable. And THAT begins with knowing what you want. So how do you KNOW what you want? Is it possible to be sure? To have no doubts? I'm just going to go ahead and say it, you WILL have doubts along the way! It's a long road full of hard work. Of course, you're going to questions your choices. And that's not the point! Questioning doesn't derail you...quitting derails you. When you have doubts, that's the most important time to say NO! Saying no to others is always easier than saying no to yourself! Why? Well basically because you can rationalize anything to yourself...it is not until you have to say it out loud...to someone else, that you get slapped in the face with how weak it really sounds. This is one of the three key values to working with a coach to achieve your results. You are uniquely gifted and talented and so was Michael Jordan...and he needed Phil Jackson to help him win! If you have been considering working with a coach, or maybe you just have a difficult time getting the results you've been longing for, send me a DM. I will be happy to have a no-cost, no-obligation chat with you to help you find the best path forward! Remember, your path to success will be a winding one. No one gets to walk a direct route. So stay the course, keep your eyes on the prize, and ask for help when you need it. THESE are the keys to taking back control and living the life you crave! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Quick, name one thing that is preventing your success or keeping you from reaching a goal. Don't dwell on the answer, just blurt it out! Now ask, is this something within my power to change? Regardless of what your blocker is, the answer is YES, you can change your circumstances and remove any obstacle! All too often we allow negative self-talk to rule out day. And when that's not giving us the excuse we want, we turn to comparison shopping for progress. You know, "THEY are farther along than me...". And don't even get me started on believing in the "shoulds." You are a unique combination of gifts and talents and you are positioned in time and place to make a difference. And the reality is you are making a difference, the only question is, is it a positive or a negative one. Just because you are talented and gifted doesn't mean you don't have to put in effort toward the outcome though. Pick any great athlete, they still had to put in the work to achieve greatness, and so do you! Just like the tree in this picture, don't let any fence stop you from following your path to success. Yeah, you might have to go under or around and it might not be the prettiest...but it will be yours! You may look at a fence or a wall and see an obstacle, something that will influence you to change your course. Instead, see it as an opportunity to overcome something that would stop a lesser person, someone who will have to settle for mediocre while you enjoy the fruits of your effort. When you get stuck and need a hand seeing past your next fence or wall, DM me. I can help. And join me for a bit of daily inspiration, watch or listen to my daily video podcast (link in bio). Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Why do plan always fail? When I was growing up, the A-Team was all the rage on TV. One of the characters in that show had a saying, "I love it when a plan comes together!" Why is that such a great thing? Maybe because it is such a rare thing! One of the most frustrating things to me as a business coach is to see people put so much time and effort into a business plan only to file it away and never look at it again. Is THAT why so many businesses fail? I don't believe it is. A business plan, any plan for that matter, is just a set of intended actions and expected outcomes. It's not cast in stone and there's no guarantee that the expected outcomes will happen. So why do we hold so tightly to plans if they're not going to work out? IDK...THAT's a great question! Many a business owner and entrepreneur have had to cut their dreams short not because of lack of planning ... most do a pretty good job of that. No, I believe they fail because once the plan is done, they hold more tightly to the plan than they do the desired outcome! In fact, I've probably read hundreds of business plans that didn't describe ANY desired outcome! How do you make decisions if you don't know the outcome you're trying to create? As Kathryn says in our quote of the day today, "...[be] focused on the goal but flexible in your execution." You may think a pop-up shop is THE way to go, so you struggle and suffer for two years... when all along you could have been posting your products online! Take a minute right now and try to articulate your goal, out loud, in one sentence. If you can't do that, then you don't have a firm grasp on what you're trying to accomplish. Don't do any more planning till you know what you're building...your odds of creating a successful plan will go way up! If you need help with your plan, DM me or follow me on my website at www.ThomRigsby.com (link in bio). Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
When you confidence isn't founded in focus and purposeful action then you are jumping without a parachute. - Kathryn Lang It's a slippery slope when you start chasing what "seems good" at the time. When you run a business, it is easy to allow distractions, which can dilute your focus even though it seems the "rabbit hole" you're running down seems more exciting. You'll find yourself "confidently" chasing details or "new ideas" that don't make a difference in the big picture when you originally started everything. You have confidence because you've been there before and you're "revisiting" something that soothes you, instead of, stretching you. High confidence should be treated as an indicator that you may not be pushing the boundaries of your comfort zone hard enough... seriously. Before you make a decision, ask yourself how you can measure the result to see if it moved the needle. If you can't come up with a good way to measure, then it's a bad decision because you'll never be able to distinguish between a win or a loss. Do you know how to distinguish between a win and a loss right now? You may believe it will "sort itself out" in time because of whatever reason, but things never progress unless you're able to determine the specific things to move the needle in your business. Until then, you'll be "spinning your wheels". Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Business (and life) is a contact sport! What do you do when it gets to be too much? Let's face it, it happens to everybody! Sometimes all the moving pieces of your success and fulfillment seem to be moving in opposite directions! UGH! The answer though is pretty simple... The more complicated things become, the more aggressively you have to simplify! Overwhelm, and the feeling of lost control that accompanies it can be debilitating if you let it...but it doesn't have to be. Most people believe when they are experiencing overwhelm that the pathway out is planning or studying or some other distraction. The reality is, there's only one way to dig out from overwhelm...simplify! In the short term, find one thing you can control, that you can make an unimpeded decision about and make it. For Mel Robbins, author of the 5-second Rule, that was the snooze button on her alarm clock. It doesn't have to be big or fancy, just something YOU control. Now that you have some confidence taking control of your 'alarm clock' take on that giant pile of decisions that are overwhelming you. Simplify the decision point all the way down to, "which choice moves me closer to my goal." Take Jocko's advice (slightly modified by Thom), "Relax, [take a breath], look around, and make a decision." Those decisions are the reins of control in your business and your life...start deciding and take back control! If you need help finding your clarity or simplifying your decision matrix, DM me or connect with me on my website (link in bio) at www.ThomRigsby.com. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you have what it takes to become an overnight success and turn everything you touch into a win? Are you sure? Sometimes when I'm having a conversation with someone looking for a business and life coach I will ask them this question. Often they seem genuinely surprised that I'd ask such a question. But it's a necessary question. If you're going to win in business, you have to have confidence in yourself! No one else is going to do it for you! Confidence is the residue of execution. The more you execute, the more your confidence builds. And as your confidence builds, so will the success of your business. There is a direct relationship! Think about it, would you rather go with the doctor that "thinks" they can solve the problem or the one that "knows what the problem is and what to do?" You're customers feel the same way! So what if you don't have the confidence yet? Well, this is where fear and courage make their appearance. Your lack of confidence will create fear, and fear is a good thing. It gives you an opportunity to step out in faith and demonstrate your courage! All other things equal, when you're in the heard and everyone is huddled up, afraid and unsure what to do next, they will follow the first person to step out front and say, "follow me." It might as well be you! If you are not sure what steps to take next, don't know how to execute to achieve your goals, or just need some help putting together a plan, I can help. DM me or find me on my website at www.ThomRigsby.com. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you LOVE the work you do? Are you excited about getting after it this morning? If you're not, it's not the end of the world. No one promised we'd love it EVERY day. Both business owners and employees alike can find themselves 'out-of-love' with their work. When that happens to you ... what should you do? One of the great lies you've been sold is that you should go to school, work hard, get good grades, get a "good" job ... then gut it out for 30 or 40 years so you can finally live the good life in your golden years. What a load of BS! What about living the good life TODAY?! That said, I'm also not a follow-your-passion kind of guy. I agree with Mike Rowe that you should bring your passion to the work you do. See, no matter what kind of work you choose, you will have some bad days, it's just going to happen. BUT, if you follow your gifts and talents (instead of your passion) you will find the role that is not just perfect for you ... but the role that is MADE for you! You are uniquely gifted, talented and placed to do work that matters. You're like the piece in the puzzle that only fits in one place, one way. Sure, you might be able to MAKE it fit somewhere else, but it only really works in one place. And when you find your place, well, THAT is when you can begin living the good life... and live your legacy ... every day. If you need help finding your 'good life,' identifying your gifts and talents, or just talking about why your work should matter, send me a DM or check out my website (link in bio) at www.ThomRigsby.com. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
How bad does it have to get before you will take action? You've probably heard that all human action is driven by one of two things, avoidance of pain or achievement of pleasure. It's Independence Day here in the US and as I'm writing this I wonder...was it pleasure or pain that motivated the Founding Fathers? As you are reading this right now, there is something you want to do. Something you want to accomplish. It might be a big, legacy type outcome...or maybe something small, like a raise or a promotion. In either case, you have to do something to make it happen. See, the truth is that you already have the freedom you seek, you're just keeping it locked behind excuses! All you have to do to have the freedom you so long for is just choose to act! Now, bear in mind...choices come with consequences and freedom comes with responsibility. You have the freedom to choose friends that will build you up and support your journey...and that comes with consequences related to your existing friends. And then there's family... It's kind of like getting your driver's license. Yes, you get an immense amount of freedom when you can finally drive yourself where you want to go. But you're also doing so in a 2,500-pound projectile that is more than capable of killing you and others. With that freedom comes great responsibility! So today, as you celebrate our nation's freedom, remember: - freedom isn't found in waiting for the answer - freedom isn't found in researching and reading - freedom isn't found in sitting still No, freedom (and it's requisite responsibility) can only be found by being bold, brave, and taking action! What action will you take TODAY to move yourself one step closer to the life and lifestyle you crave? Leave a comment and let me know! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
When is it possible to be TOO confident? Are you doing it right now? I preach A LOT about confidence because it is the by-product of experience and the fuel for stretching your comfort zone. But is it possible to have too much? To be so confident that you begin to ignore red flags and warning signs of something going wrong? 'Bob' was a prospect for my business and life coaching practice. He came to see me because 'everybody' had told him his business idea wasn't going to fly. He'd heard and read 'lots of people' say to ignore the critics. Basically, he was wanting me to tell him he had a good idea. After about 10 minutes it was clear that Bob hadn't done adequate research into his market, the competition, nor what it would cost to bring this product to fruition. As I started to ask questions and point out some of these deficiencies, Bob got really irritated and explained how I just don't understand, etc, etc. A few months later I ran into Bob working at a big box store. I asked him how the idea was coming along and he mumbled something about running out of money and the timing being wrong. Look, I'm all about being confident in your idea, even in the face of detractors. But don't let it turn into hubris. A good friend and mentor once told me, "If three people ask a question, there's a product opportunity." I'm going to turn that around and say, "If three people raise doubts, slow down." If there really is an opportunity, your work and research should consistently confirm it. Confidence is one of the three key components of success (clarity, confidence, and control). Be bold, don't be stupid. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
When was the last time you really had fun? Take a second right now and really think about it! How much did confidence have to do with it? Joe Namath once said, "When you have confidence, you can have a lot of fun." But is that really true? Confident of what? Have you ever watched children playing? Our granddaughter is 7 and she loves to sing along with songs and videos...but not when someone is watching. She's very confident in herself when no one is looking. Add in an observer and her confidence takes a hit...and it becomes less fun. You need a certain degree of confidence in order to really dive into something and go all out. And the funny thing is, it's not even confidence in the outcome! You can have a great time playing a game and still lose. It's confidence in yourself to compete...to have a chance! (remember that word, chance) See, for any victory to be rewarding, there has to be some risk involved, there has to be a chance that you WON'T WIN in order to enjoy the game! When we take the risk away, there is no need for confidence...so in a misguided attempt to build confidence, they've actually taken the confidence from a whole generation! But I digress... When I'm talking with aspiring business owners in my life and business coaching practice, I hear it all the time, "I want to get all my ducks in a row" or, "dot all my I's and cross all my t's." The reality is not only is that not possible, but you also don't want that! Confidence is the result of experience. You have to try things to build the confidence you need to win...in little league, in business, and in life! What have you avoided trying lately? Go ahead give it a shot! Win some confidence and have FUN doing it! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your circumstances? You may have heard me say that opportunity is just a set of circumstances...facts or conditions that surround you. But is it possible to have so many opportunities or circumstances that we get stuck and can't make ANY progress? Well, sure, it's possible...so what do about it? When you are feeling overwhelmed by circumstances, it is rarely the volume of opportunity that is causing the problem (that doesn't change very much over time). Rather, it is the relative weight you are assigning to the opportunity or the outcome. Sometimes, the weight is appropriate...get out of the street or be hit by that truck...but more often than not, the weight is arbitrary, just something you made up. If you made it up, you can change it! In my life and business coaching practice, I see this a lot around goals (or expectations of outcomes). You start a business and expect million dollar results in the first year...then when it doesn't happen, or it's slow, you start looking at everything you need to do to improve...and there's a lot...and BOOM...you're overwhelmed! This is one reason I came up with the P4F model for planning and GSD. It will help you find the five most important things to focus on today and prioritize them to create results. I've made a short video about P4F and how it works. You can find it on my website at www.ThomRigsby.com/P4F. If you're feeling overwhelmed, take a 6-minute breather and watch the video...it will change your life! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist PS - Got my mug and RED Bracelets from #TeamNeverQuit yesterday and I'm stoked! Be sure to check them out here https://shop.teamneverquit.com/collections/r-e-d-friday/products/red-friday-bracelet =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What did you do yesterday that scared you? Made you nervous? Was risky? We talk a lot about fear on the podcast (7 Minutes In the Morning, link in bio) because fear is a natural part of life. It serves a biological purpose by causing our body to prepare for 'something' and it tells our senses to 'pay attention!' Fear also serves an important mental purpose as well. When you feel afraid or scared in a work or business capacity, it's a message that you are testing the edges of your comfort zone. Yep, that's right, your comfort zone! Many people live their entire lives inside their comfort zone, even if the life there is less than fulfilling...at least its safe! But not you! When you take on the role of business owner and entrepreneur, you need to prepare yourself...even LOOK for ways...to be afraid every day. It all points back to the principle that, "if you want the things other people don't have, you have to do the things they won't." They won't do them because they're warm and cozy in their comfort zone. Ahh but you my friend...you're out there making it happen! You can start testing the boundaries of your comfort zone by signing up for a no-cost, no-obligation business strategy session! The link is in my bio! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you believe someone is holding you back? Preventing your happiness or success? Maybe you're just worried about their approval. Could this describe you? When talking with a new client, I often ask why they are looking for a life and business coach. Many of them are already a success as a business owner or leader but they still feel there's something missing, something they just can't reach...and often they will tell me about someone who is holding them back. It shows up in different forms for different people. Maybe it's the employee who just won't make enough outbound calls and that costs you sales. Sometimes it's a spouse or family member that is making demands that conflict with the demands of the business. In almost every case, you already know what you need to do. That's not the REAL problem. This feeling of being out of control almost always, 99.999% of the time, is rooted in a lack of confidence! That's actually great because it's easily solved! A lack of confidence comes from a lack of experience. You may have 10 years experience running a business but you've never fired anyone...so you're hesitant. Why isn't THIS person working out? What did I DO wrong? So what's the answer? Simple (note I didn't say 'easy'!) Just do it! That's how you gain experience! Look, if you want to say your happiness or success is being hindered by someone or something, then you are necessarily saying that they are solely responsible for your success as well! Do you really want to give someone else that kind of power over your business? Over your life?! I think not (or you wouldn't have read this far!) Start with the end goal in mind, will taking this action move me closer to my goal? Will not taking action move me closer to my goal? Take the step, gain confidence, and do work that matters! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Have you found work/life balance yet? Neither have I and there's a good reason why...it doesn't exist! [read more] You have been sold a bill of goods, a pig in a poke, whatever axiom you want to use. The idea that work goes in one box and life goes in another, then somehow, if you are PERFECT they're supposed to balance out, is just a bunch of bunk! Okay, so if work/life balance is a load of...um...fertilizer, then what SHOULD you expect?! Here's the deal...you need to work. There is something deep in your soul that wants to enjoy the reward and the value you get from seeing an accomplishment of your labor. And that work is just part of your life! Get it? There's no work-life balance, there's just life, and work is a big part of it! When most people say they want more work-life balance, they're really saying they want more life and less work! Is that you? If it is, that's fine, just be honest about what you're asking for! The reality is that you are uniquely gifted, talented, and placed to do work that matters, and when you're doing the work that matters TO YOU, you will enjoy it. Don't compromise! Are you doing the work you are gifted and talented to do? Or are you doing the work that will make you the most money? Just something for you to consider before you read that next book or watch that next video promising to give you something you already have! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
We're almost half way through the year, are you struggling to reach your goals? That's a good thing, here's why. We hear a lot these days about how things should be easy. Great example: minimum wage should be a living wage. I don't know about you but there was a time in my life where I worked three jobs and my wife worked two...5 jobs between us...to make a 'living wage.' There was nothing easy about it, but we did get one very valuable thing from it. I've always been blessed to know that the best things in life cost you the most, and not always in money. Having to work hard for anything gives us a greater appreciation for the value of that thing. That's one reason I'm so find of saying your employees will never love your business the way you do, they haven't lived the struggle. It's also on e reason I make it challenging to get into my business and life coaching practice. I don't want to convince anyone that they need help, I want them to know they need it! So be thankful for the struggles. They give you an opportunity to demonstrate greatness and they make the reward that much sweeter! If you are having difficulty reaching your goals for 2019, or maybe you haven't even set any goals yet, I can help! DM me or send an email to thom@thomrigsby.com to see if you have what it takes to enter the program! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you waiting for ___ (fill in your own blank here) to be successful? Well STOP waiting and start working! I hear it all the time, an aspiring business owner will give me the run-down of everything they have to get figured out before they can launch their business. The vast majority of the list is spot on, then they come...I call them the boulders! The boulders are completely unreasonable, logical fallacy arguments against launching. For example, trying to build a process or a system that will "work at scale" when you haven't found the first customer yet. Trying to negotiate bulk pricing to bring raw materials down 1-2%...these are just excuses to stay warm and cozy in your comfort zone! The truth is that you already have everything you need to start! You are uniquely gifted, and talented, and placed to make this a reality! YOU, and ONLY YOU are the one that will make it work? Others may have the idea, the resources, the leads or connections...but YOU, oh your unique combination of time, talents, and resources will make you a success...IF ...IF you will take the first step! All those questions you've been trying to answer, and the things you think you need before you can begin...the answers will become clear (or unnecessary) once you begin moving! Finding and doing YOUR work that matters is difficult, as it should be. But you have everything you need to make it a reality! Just START! If you'd like help finding your unique work that matters, DM me here or visit the website to schedule your no-cost, no-obligation conference. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are you having trouble getting results? Can't seem to get the things you want? Here's the reason...and an answer! You are not getting the results you want because of displacement. You are displacing the work you SHOULD be doing to create the result you want with other work that is either 'busy work' or directed at something other than what you say you want. If you have the ability to read this message, you have access to everything you need to create the result you want! The ONLY thing holding you back is YOU and what YOU choose to work on. I know it's not always sexy or fun...and that's the point! If you want something you've never had you have to do the things you've never done! And so what if they are difficult, or risky, or whatever! DO IT ALREADY... do work that matters! We are almost half-way through 2019...are you half-way to your goals for the year? If you're not, there's still time, you just have to choose the right priority and get it done...then do it again tomorrow...and the next day...( I think you get the idea ). If you are struggling with your goals I would love to help! You can schedule a no-cost, no-obligation call with me on my website (link in bio). You will find clarity, gain confidence, and take back control of your time! You CAN make great things happen before the end of 2019! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Can you predict the future? Most business owners and leaders look at the future as some big secret, waiting for it to 'be revealed' or 'unfold.' You will hear them say things like 'no one can know for sure' or 'let's see what the future holds' and the reality is they are wrong! Have you ever used any of those phrases? Do you think the future is a secret or a mystery? Allow me to explain. Every year car manufacturers release new models. Once or twice a year networks release new shows or seasons of shows. Every fall a bevy of new college students are minted and every spring a few of them will graduate. See, everything is a cycle...everything! And if you can identify the cycle, you can predict the future! Here's another example... Businesses and business owners that don't set goals, don't hit them! Leaders that don't measure the progress toward their goals...don't hit them! We're closing in on the half-way mark of 2019! Yep, just a few days is all that's left in the first half of the year...are you halfway to your goals for 2019? If you don't have goals for the year, it's not too late! If you haven't been measuring them, it's not too late! If you want to learn how to predict the future, it's not too late! DM me or visit the website to schedule a call (link in bio). Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you ever feel like giving up? I do...and here's how I keep going. Some days are better than others. You wake up with all the energy and excitement you need to power the week! Then other days...not so much. Why the difference? Frankly, there are lots of reasons from the physiological to psychological to the weather...but today I want to address the REAL underlying reasons why you want to give up. Have you ever seen the movie 300? Did you know it's based on the true story of King Leonidas and the Battle of Thermopoly? How did Leonidas get somewhere around 300 men to fight to the death against a Persian army of almost a million troops? And why didn't they want to quit? I've been fascinated by stories like this most of my life all leading me to ask the same question...why didn't they give up? Why not just quit and live to fight another day? I've found that the answer for all of them, and for you, is remarkably simple... You have to know your why! I can't tell you how many aspiring business owners I've faced across the business coaching table and asked this question and received confused looks in return. They don't know why they want to start a business (or they assume making money is the only legit answer!). So why do you do what you're about to do today? Whether it's going to work at a job, going to school, working on a side gig or side hustle, or unlocking the doors to your own business...why are you doing that? And now for today's golden nugget...Once you know your why, that 'big picture' destination you're working toward, the little day-to-day don't matter as much, and you can blow right past them without a second thought. If you're why is to win the world series, does swinging and missing at this pitch make a difference? Does getting one out for trying to steal second make a difference? Does losing today's game make a difference? Sure, some of these individual fails hurt in the moment, but do they change your big picture why? Don't get so wrapped up in this day, this hour, this minute...that you lose sight of this outcome! If you need help finding your why, I can help. Send me a DM or schedule a no cost, no obligation introductory call on my website (link in bio), I'm happy to help! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Yesterday we talked about there being no easy path, no 'lotto solution' to your challenge. Those of you with kids can probably relate to this (or maybe it was an employee!). They work so hard and spend so much time trying to get out of doing something that you look at them and think (or say), "You know, if you'd spend that much time doing what I asked, you'd be done already." While I do believe that you are uniquely gifted, talented and placed to do your work that matters...that is only part of the story. You still have to put in the work, and sometimes, maybe even most of the time, that work is difficult! But that's okay, in fact, that's preferred! Why? Simple, because the harder you work for an outcome, the more valuable it is to you! The sense of accomplishment and fulfillment you get from completing something hard far outweighs the momentary difficulty of the work! So just like fear and risk are really good indicators that you are on the right path, so to is hard work! It reminds me of that old saying, "If it was easy, everybody would do it!" If you want the things no one else has, you have to do the work no one else will!Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Psst...hey...are you looking for a watch? I guess a more modern version of this old trope would be, "Hey, buddy, you looking for a 100% guaranteed way to make $10k of totally passive income by tomorrow?" Why are we so enamored by these kinds of offers? What makes them so appealing even when we immediately view them with doubt and skepticism? I often say that an opportunity that doesn't come with some risk is not really an opportunity, it's a gift or a hand-out. Intuitively we know that anything of real value comes with a cost. For an opportunity, that cost is risk! So when we are offered something "risk-free" we (should) start asking questions! But isn't risk bad? Shouldn't we be trying to avoid risk? NOOOOO! Just like yesterday's post about fear being a great indicator that you're on the right track, so too is risk. NO great accomplishment was ever made without risk! And in fact, the greater the risk, the greater the reward, in both monetary terms and personal satisfaction! So yes, be on the lookout for risk, mitigate it when you can, then charge head-long into its face...because behind the risk is where the reward is hiding! If you're are unsure about how to handle a risky situation in your business or life, DM me, I can help! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What fun, exciting, or great thing are you missing out on because you are afraid of failing? Stop missing out! Fear serves a great purpose for us...it is our mind telling our body to pay attention and it kept us alive for many generations! But when you accept fear for what it is, and why it exists, overcoming it gets easier. All fear is rooted in uncertainty and serves to help us avoid pain. The only way to reduce or remove fear is by reducing uncertainty by 1) studying the situation or 2) just do it. I was talking with a coaching client yesterday who kept adding tasks in between now and THE critical task in his journey to success. He was avoiding the fear! There's at least one other tactic you can use right away to reduce fear...but you're going to have to check out the podcast for that one (link in bio)! Just remember, regardless of what you're afraid of, it is impossible to demonstrate courage in the absence of fear! If you're afraid, be courageous and be a winner!Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you have what you want or settle for what you can get? As a life and business coach, almost every day I have a conversation with an aspiring business owner that starts out something like, "Yeah, I have a great idea for a widget! I have a solid design and I'm ready to quit my job to work on it, BUT {insert excuse here}!" You've probably heard of the placebo effect, you know, patients given sugar pills experience the same benefits as those that get the real thing? Why is that? Simple, because they believed! And you don't have to know how it works to use it to reach your goals! You still fly on an airplane without understanding how to fly it yourself, don't you? Your understanding has very little to do with it. You may want to write this date down in your journal because I'm about to give you a pass on something (that NEVER happens!). It's not your fault! You've been duped! All your life you've been told that you can't buck the system, follow the rules and you'll get your reward, focus and work hard, etc, etc, etc. Well, I'm here to tell you YOU CAN and YOU SHOULD! Don't wait! Live your legacy every day...starting today! You already have the ability to create ANY outcome you want if you will just make the choices that lead to that outcome! All you have to do is BELIEVE! I want you to find your why and do work that matters! So, leave a comment and let me know what outcome YOU want and what you're going to do TODAY to take at least one step toward making it a reality! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What do you think about this quote from Tom Brokaw? Is it easier to make a buck than a difference? I look at this and think "Transactional versus Relational"... and relationships are hard, thus, making a difference is hard. Okay...how about an example. Here in the south, we have the Publix grocery store chain. They do lots of "little things" right but one of the most visible is that they offer to take your groceries to the car for you. Nah, it's more than that...they assume they are going to unless you tell them no...and they don't allow tipping! So why is that important? Because any one of the millions of grocers in the US will execute a transaction with you, Publix wants to make a difference! In my business coaching practice, I often talk with business owners and leaders who are too focused on making a buck and they miss the opportunity to make a difference! Frequently this is rooted in a cash flow problem but more often than not, they just aren't thinking about it. Why should they worry about it? Why should YOU worry about it? @Publix is far from the cheapest option. Their location closest to our house, in fact, two of their locations here are across the street from a WalMart...and yet they are always hoppin'! Why? Because they make a difference! Spend some time today thinking about how to put your customer first, what that will look like for you, and how you can make a difference in THEIR day! Leave a comment below and let us know how you're going to do it!Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you want to make a profit or make a difference? How about both! Sometimes we get so wrapped up with trying to make money, make a profit, that we lose the perspective of our customer. I like to share the story of a business coaching client that owned a food service business. She entered the business through the back door every day and allowed her employee to open the front door. She always saw the store from "the inside" and lost the customer' perspective. Keeping the customers' perspective is critical though if you are going to make a difference in their lives. To do that, you have to be well connected AND open to hearing what they say. Too often the business owner thinks they know best...but the best isn't always what your customer will pay for! So make the effort, stay connected to your market and then give them what they want! Remember, people don't want to buy drill bits, they want to buy holes!Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you have what it takes to win? Are you willing to do whatever it takes? I had a terrible boss once. No, I mean REALLY bad! Combine that with my stubborn streak and what do you get? I became determined to stay at the company longer than he did. That vision, that mission, gave me the will to put up with a LOT of crap! For many people, the 'will to win' is something soldiers or athletes need but you don't need it in your role, right? Well, maybe! I hate to break this to you but every day won't be a great day, in fact, some days will be downright terrible. But even those aren't the days when you need the will to win. When you've been working on that big pitch, trying to land that game-changing client, or working diligently to open a new store...then you lose! The pitch get's accidentally deleted, the game-changing client goes with someone else. The new store has a new neighbor...your biggest competitor! THESE are the days you need the will to win! Join me for today's installment of 7 Minutes in the Morning, my 5-day-a-week podcast especially for business owners and leaders. Finding the will to win when the going is tough...that's our topic today! Just head over to www.ThomRigsby.com/qotd for all the deets! (or follow the link in my profile) Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
What change are you putting off or avoiding? This week on the podcast we've been talking about change and how to make it happen and now we are down to where the rubber meets the road! Before you go any farther, think about the change you need to make... Let me guess, that conversation in your head went something like this... "I need to ___ (quit this dead-end job and go out on my own), but ___ (the benefits here are really good, the kids need braces, etc). You know, it's really not that bad, if I can get ___ (my boss) to ___ (do something you know she's not going to do), then I could be happy here again!" Or something like that... Am I right? Difficult decisions are called 'difficult' for a reason...they're hard. So what do we do in the face of a difficult decision? Make it harder! We pile on complexity, insist that our situation and circumstances are unique, add completely unrealistic possibilities, and thus justify NOT deciding and acting. The reality is that decision making is not that difficult IF you follow three simple (maybe not easy) steps. First, be super clear on the outcome you want. In the example above, there is a lot of thrashing about your job and business...but no discussion at all about the ultimate purpose or outcome either creates! What is the goal you're working toward? Second, come up with three options to choose from, no more and no less. Exactly three. In the example, you're struggling to choose between staying at a dead end job or becoming a business owner. There is a third option though, do you know what it is? Leave it in the comments below! Finally, armed with your three options, choose the one that best moves you toward your goal! Then, of course, there is taking action on the decision you made! But that's going to have to wait for another day! In the meantime, use this rule of thumb from Tony Robbins, "Never leave the scene of a decision without taking action." If you'd like to hear more on this topic, join me on the podcast 7 Minutes In the Morning (link in my bio) every weekday morning. And if you need help finding clarity of purpose, the confidence of action, or just need to take back control of your life or business, send me a DM... I can help! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Is there something you're not doing because it's 'risky'? Let's talk about that... We deal with risk every day. Driving a car, or for that matter just riding in a car, is risky! According to the CDC more than 32,000 people are killed and another 2 million are injured every year in car crashes! Okay...so it's not risk you're afraid of... Maybe instead of saying you are avoiding risk, you could say you're 'playing it safe' or 'pursuing that safe career instead of the risky business or job opportunity with that startup. I say it has NOTHING TO DO WITH SAFETY! Nope, you're not looking for safety... you're looking for predictability! We've misused the word safety for so long, we don't even realize it anymore. That job is no more safe than driving...in fact, IT'S MORE RISKY! In 2016, almost 20 million people were laid off or fired! 10x more than the number killed in car crashes! So be honest, stop saying you want safety and acknowledge that you're just comfortable with the predictable. THEN you can embrace the risk and start the change! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Perfection (can be) the enemy of execution... Execution yields progress... Progress yields happiness, therefore... (The need for) Perfection is the enemy of Happiness! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you know where the road you're on will take you? I ask this question a lot and most of the time the answer resembles, "Um, yeah...I guess." You have probably heard most of your life that if you study hard, get good grades, get a good job and work hard that you can finish happy. The problem is, what about the journey? See, the reality is that you can do all those things, just like the checklist tells you to, and still have a miserable trip only to arrive at an empty destination. Kind of like that Chevy Chase movie Vacation. After ALL THAT...the park is closed. So if following the checklist is not what you're supposed to do...what SHOULD you do? Well, I have good news and bad news... First, the bad news, you'll have to wait till next week to find out! What and how to change your trajectory is our topic next week on 7 Minutes In the Morning (be sure to watch and listen). Now for the GOOD News...there is something you can do right now to start the change. Over the weekend I want you to think for yourself, not what anyone else says...what YOU say success looks like to you. Big vacation every year? Maybe three or four mini-vaca's every year? Private jet or just a nice car. Sky's the limit here...just take some time this weekend to do this exercise... Grab a piece of paper, at the top write, "I envision a time when..." then spend the next few days writing out some bullet points to describe what success looks, feels, tastes, sounds and smells like to you. Bring that with you next week, and we'll start working on making that plan a reality for you! Have an awesome weekend. Thom Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
There's a fine line between committed and crazy, have you crossed it? I once coached a business owner who was frustrated by their lack of progress in bringing their product to market. When I dug into the details, he told me he didn't really have the time to work on that product because he was so busy answering customer calls for another product. He was so focused on one product that he was blind to the success that was right in front of him! Knowing when to stay the course and when to pivot is hard, no doubt about it. We have to have a tenacious spirit and a willingness to do the hard work, but there is also something to be said for taking the outcome that is right in front of you and living to fight another day. Every situation and circumstance is different and ultimately you have to make these kinds of decisions on your own. But a great place to start is by asking, "which option moves me closer to my goal today?" The answer may not be the sexy one, but it will very likely be the right one. If you need help finding your why or setting meaningful goals for your business or your life, send me a message, I can help!
How will you know you've 'made it'? It's a pretty common question, especially in entrepreneur and business owner circles. So common in fact that we don't really pay attention to what the question assumes...namely, that there IS such a thing as making it! Too many business owners, leaders, and high performing individuals assume that the promised land awaits if they just keep their head down and soldier on. Do you feel that way? What if that's wrong? In my coaching practice, I've had the opportunity to work with several business owners as they were making an exit from their company. All but one of them looked back on their time owning the company with a perspective of failure, or at least missed opportunities. "We never really made the big time" kind of thinking. It's not until I remind them that they did manage to keep their family fed, clothed, housed, kids through college, employees employed, suppliers supplying...that it finally dawns on them that they'd been "making it" all along. So instead of seeing today's trials and challenges as failing, or as Sir Winston says, "Going through hell," consider it par for the course. These are the things that keep out the weak and give the strong the opportunity to shine! So yes, if you feel as though you're going through hell, by all means, keep going. You certainly don't want to camp out there. But also consider just how bad today's "hell" is...maybe it's not so bad after all. If you are having difficulty seeing the value in the journey or you're just feeling the weight of 'failure', DM me...I can help! Enjoy the journey.
Would you answer your phone the next time it rings if you KNEW the call would change your life for the better? What if it MIGHT change things for the better? Many people, maybe even you, look at an opportunity as a single big-thing delivered with a bow on top and a card with instructions. The outcome is guaranteed, just plug it in and the world is yours! But just like many a birthday or Christmas present, the reality of that present is much different than what you've built it up to be. Oh yeah, it's awesome to rip open the paper and see the gift you've been hoping for. Then you open the package and the dreaded "Some Assembly Required" or "Batteries Not Included" annotation that you overlooked on the outside of the box becomes painfully real. So now that gift that you wanted more than anything else just lost a bit of its luster, work is required and now, maybe, you want it just a little bit less. It's hard to turn on the television, scan through the YouTube feed, or read through entrepreneur forums without finding a title similar to, "Looking for the next opportunity." You've even seen it on LinkedIn "Between Opportunities." The problem is too many people are saying opportunity when they really mean gift. They want a plug-and-play solution when the reality is...it's not that simple! You are uniquely gifted, talented, and placed to do work that matters, and that work will call to you. Ever had an idea that just wouldn't go away? Maybe it was a product idea. Maybe it was an open-ended offer to join a startup. You may find a career and income, maybe even prosperity without it, but you'll never find fulfillment and the joy of knowing you are answering the call! Whatever yours is, it is calling to you because THAT is YOUR work that matters. If you're not answering the call, it's not too late (remember yesterday! You're not a tree!) If you're not sure what that nagging emptiness is, I can help! Just ask. Will you answer the call?
Have you ever had a request from a customer that was just completely ridiculous? Did you do it anyway? The only thing that makes any request ridiculous is our perception of the request. If you run an ice cream food truck and someone comes up looking for coffee...you might think that's ridiculous. For whatever reason, that lost customer didn't think it was ridiculous... hhmmm. So adding a coffee pot, that's pretty simple. Adding an espresso machine, not so simple. Since our job is to solve problems for other people, it stands to reason that the more problems we can solve the more customers we will have. Now, we have to balance cost/benefit for sure, but the more times you say YES, the more happy customers you create...and the more happy customers you create, the better your bottom line will be. Don't get hung up on "that's not what we do here, man" kind of thinking. Make your business about solving problems rather than ___. And if that scares you, good! Real growth only occurs outside your comfort zone! So get out there, say yes, and enjoy the benefits! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
When was the last time you experienced bad customer service? See how easy it was to remember that time? I recently read some stats that said 1 in 3 BAD customer experiences get shared with friends and/or social media but only 1 in 14 GOOD experiences. So it stands to reason that we have to create many more positive experiences to get the same "credit" from our customers. Piggybacking on yesterday's topic, it's the little things, done over and over, day after day, that create positive customer experiences. You might buy hundreds of things off eBay...then you get that one thing that doesn't live up to its pictures... And tying in the concept that you can really only have one priority at a time, the only real, long-term priority any business can have is making customers happy! Because without customers, there's no need for anything else, right? When everyone on the team is focused on how they can serve the customer, how THEY can solve problems for other people...that's when it all just works. Now, YOU as the business owner/leader owe the team something as well...but we'll save that for another day! (Be sure to like & follow if you don't want to miss the answer!) when everybody takes care of the customer every day, it just works. focus on your customer and everything else works out. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Are your customers happy? Are you sure? When you are running a business, it's easy to slip into a way of thinking that your customers should be happy...just, well, because they are your customer. "I mean, they wouldn't be my customer if they didn't like my product, right?" Well, not necessarily. Customer satisfaction is not a thing or a department... it is something everybody does every day. So how do you make customers happy? Solve their problems! Bonus points if you can make them feel special as you do it! If you can find a way to set your own pride and need for confirmation aside and put instead put your customer first...you will win! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
It's a saying you hear all the time...at least I do...and it makes my skin crawl! All week we've been talking about how to get stuff done and be more EFFECTIVE if your pursuits so you have the time to enjoy the benefits of being an entrepreneur. But even entrepreneurs say this all the time...and it's all I can do to maintain my composure and not fly off the handle with them. The truth of the matter is that your time is the most expensive resource you have available to spend and discounting or being dismissive of it's value hurts you in the long run. Be SUPER PROTECTIVE of your time! Don't waste it and don't let anyone else waste it either! Don't be afraid to interrupt an unproductive meeting, ask to adjourn until everyone is prepared! I GUARANTEE next time everyone will come prepared! Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.
Do you ever have so much to do that you don't know where to start? This is something that is common with many of my coaching clients. They are high-performing leaders, founders, or executives in a business and they are looking for ways to do even more. But doing more is very rarely the answer. Instead of working more, I actually encourage them to work less by being more focused on results rather than activity. To implement this in your life, follow these simple steps: 1) KNOW the outcome you are working toward. It is shocking to me (although maybe it shouldn't be by now) how many executive or leadership teams can't articulate the goals of the business. If you are the leader of the company, cast the vision and hold your team accountable for their results. If you are deeper in the organization, how will your little slice of heaven help the company really it's goals? 2) Say NO to the things that don't move you toward -- this one is much harder! High performers have a fear of saying No, it's like a challenge. The truth though is that you have to say no to the wrong things so you can focus on the right things! Don't fear "No," embrace it, because it means you're culling out the dead-weight in your day. 3) Finally, rinse and repeat. Ask yourself these questions constantly throughout your day. You'll be glad you did. Do you have a favorite system, process, or hack for getting things done? Share in the comments, I'd love to hear them. And if you could use some help finding the outcome or creating the plan, I can help. Send me a DM or call the office, 844-234-8466. Enjoy! Thom, THE Unashamed Non-Conformist =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Thom Rigsby is a lifestyle & business strategy expert. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur launching almost a dozen startups and more than 25 years of business experience, Thom brings his creativity and "Non-Conformist" approach to entrepreneurship and getting results for you and your small business! So, whether you are looking for answers to your small business questions, time management tips, need a comprehensive business strategy or just craving some work-life balance, following Thom's exclusive personal development plan you can letting life happen to you and begin to create the life you crave with your very own small business. Be sure to connect with Thom... ...on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thomrigsbycoaching ...on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/thomrigsby ...and on Instagram http://www.Instagram.com/thomrigsby Become a part of the Work That Matters Facebook group at http://fb.com/groups/workthatmatters Thom is available for one-on-one coaching and as a motivational speaker on topics including peak performance, how to plan, personal development, success, and work-life balance to the mindset of wealth and success. Contact Thom at www.ThomRigsby.com for more details.