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Career Authenticity - Step 4 - What Needs to Happen to Feel Authentic at Work ust "give Pat a chance".Step 4 – What would have to happen for you to be able to fully express your authentic self at work? What do you feel is getting in your way?It is easy to focus on what is not working but it takes a bit more energy to step up and identify what is getting in the way of it not working. Some of my clients take this step and then realize they are getting in their own way. Maybe it is their attitude, inertia, laziness, or because it is simply easier to pass the buck than to take action. So, in this step I encourage you to evaluate your situation closely and review the exercises you completed in steps 1-3. Then, complete these sentences:If only _____________________, I would feel much more authentic at work.If only ________________________________, I would feel better about my job.I would be satisfied if I spent ________ amount of time doing ________.I would be so excited to do _______________.I know that my ______________________ is getting in the way of me finding happiness/success/satisfaction at work.I know that it is time for me to move on but _________________ seems to keep getting in the way of my ability to make a move.When I think about making a change at work or changing jobs/careers altogether, these are the phrases I hear in my head __________________________________________.My body feels ____________________________ when my mind thinks about making a change.My body feels _____________________________ when I resign myself to Since Pat does not have any relatives or close friends who will fund Pat based on the relationship and wanting to help out, Pat never gets the funding and doesn't understand why. Pat realizes there were not answers to SOME of the questions, but in Pat's mind all the important stuff was already figured out . Even a great idea on how to market it through a joint venture with Wal-Mart! Pat tries the bank, but they want collateral, which pat has nothing but the farm itself, and that is newly financed. Pat even goes to work and asks the boss to invest, figuring that would be a sure thing, but no go there either. Frustrated, Pat gets on the internet and ends up on some forums for small business owners. Pat decides to tell the story and see what kind of advice comes up. Most of the advice is encouraging words from people saying "GO FOR IT!" & "YOU CAN DO IT!" Most of the people answering though are also trying to start a business for the first time, and either have not been successful or exaggerate their success. They give a lot of "ideas" and "opinions" but nothing that really helps as they themselves have little experience. Then a couple of long-time business owners, coaches and/or consultants come Assess Your Transferable Skills This is the story of a silly farmer. Actually, this person is not a "real" farmer yet, but wants to be one. You may have met someone like this farmer, or you may even be this future farmer. To protect the innocent, we will call our farmer-to-be, "Pat".One of the most important parts of a job search is assessing your Transferable skills. These are skills which you can use in other jobs such as: Communication, Information Management, Human Services, Managerial, Manual/Physical Labour, Personal Attributes, Organization.Often when people have been working in the same job for a long time, they become so accustomed to performing their duties that they fail to recognize the skills they have. It is beneficial to sit down and write out a list of all the things you do in a work day and all the things you do at home as well. It is easy to forget that skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, and organization which you use at home and in volunteering are skills that you can transfer and use on a new job. A benefit to this recognition of your skills is that you can come up with a variety of Ideas for jobs or places that these skills may be used. If you are currently unemployed and are having a difficult time with this, talk to some friends or a career/employment counsellor.Once you have determined where your transferable skills may be best used, you can work on some Productive Strategies to market yourself. This may be using your networking skills to gain access to some new employers, or it may be revising your resume to highlight your skills instead of your work history. It may also involve doing some volunteer work to expand you Pat is a regular person, just like you, or I. One day, like many, Pat decides to start a business. Now this would be Pat’s very first business, and Pat did not exactly grow up with a silver spoon in the mouth, if you know what I mean. Pat decides to tell everyone in town all about the new business soon to be started. Pat tells friends, family and even other existing farmers to get ready, because this is going to be HUGE. Pat has come up with an idea that will revolutionize the farming industry and is SURE everyone will want to buy the new produce. Pat is actually bewildered why no one has thought of this or attempted this before as it will make MILLIONS and is yet, so obvious. Pat has saved as much money as possible, but only is able to come up with a very small amount. The amount Pat has, is a lot less than one would normally expect to pay to start a farm, but that does not stop Pat from being self-confident. Thinking positively, (and being proactive and not letting "negative people" dampen spirits), Pat decides to take all the money available and use as down payment buy a plot of land anyway. After buying the land, Pat has enough money to buy only one packet of seeds and one shovel from the general store. Mind you Pat is venturing into the Farming Industry for the very first time, so with the exception of outside observance, Pat doesn't have much inside knowlege. However, Pat DOES have a great idea, and feels that is more than enough, I mean after all, each of the greats like Edison, Einstien, Gates and Bezos all started with just an idea...didn't they? Pat is ready to start, but is now getting a little concerned. Pat realizes one packet of seed and a shovel is really not enough to get this idea going. Pat does NOT have money to get anything else, but has already invested everything. Plus its a super-cool idea, and it would be a shame to not bring it to fruition, people NEED THIS...ultimately Pat's program could END WORLD HUNGER....if only Pat could get it off the ground. Pat begins asking people if they want to "invest". Pat finds that there are 2 kinds of people. The first are people who are NOT investment savvy. They agree Pat has its a great idea but only have a few hundred dollars or so to give...they also bring nothing to the table as far as experience, connections or resources. Pat is rarely asked many questions by these inexperienced "investors", and definitely never any challenging ones. These people are willing to work out any terms that sound reasonable, especially since Pat is "guaranteeing" this is going to be a hit. These are people just like Pat. They work a day job and think the "idea" is great and "know" it will be the next big thing and want to be a part of it. Unfortunately for Pat, a few hundred dollars will not even begin to touch what Pat knows is needed to launch. The second type are people in town "with money". These are people who make and keep money, and therefore are pretty savvy about it. Most people (without money) are of the opinion these "rich" folk can "afford to" do certain things with their money, even if its a loss. However, no one realizes the whole REASON they have money and others do not, is because they do not just arbitrarily spend it, even if "they can afford it". They are wise and only spend or "invest" money if its going to bring them more money in the end.They are not in the habit of giving lesser privileged people money, just "because they can". Pat is a sociable person, so Pat has no problems getting meetings with these rich movers and shakers in town. Pat pitches them on the marvels of the new idea and how its going to make "somebody" a boatload of money. Pat says "if neccessary, I can get you a full business plan by the end of the week." Ironically, Pat is rarely asked for a fancy business plan and always asked the same questions by the savvy guys: "How much money do you have available?" Pat replies "well I spent x,xxx on buying the land, a pack of seeds and a shovel and thats all I have" "What kind of experience do you have in the Farm Industry?" Pat says "None, but I have watched plenty of farmers, and some friends of mine own a farm, so I know how it all works" "What other businesses have you successfully launched in the past?" Pat answers "This is my first attempt at a business" "Who else is on your team?" Pat tells "It is just me for now, but if I could just get the money, I can hire whoever is needed" "What is your exit strategy for the investors?" Pat goes "Huh?" Pat realizes these are inadequate answers, so then goes back into telling how GOOD the IDEA is, and the fact that Pat will work 24/7 to make this work. It's Pat's Dream, all Pat needs is for someone to believe enough in Pat and to just "give Pat a chance". Since Pat does not have any relatives or close friends who will fund Pat based on the relationship and wanting to help out, Pat never gets the funding and doesn't understand why. Pat realizes there were not answers to SOME of the questions, but in Pat's mind all the important stuff was already figured out . Even a great idea on how to market it through a joint venture with Wal-Mart! Pat tries the bank, but they want collateral, which pat has nothing but the farm itself, and that is newly financed. Pat even goes to work and asks the boss to invest, figuring that would be a sure thing, but no go there either. Frustrated, Pat gets on the internet and ends up on some forums for small business owners. Pat decides to tell the story and see what kind of advice comes up. Most of the advice is encouraging words from people saying "GO FOR IT!" & "YOU CAN DO IT!" Most of the people answering though are also trying to start a business for the first time, and either have not been successful or exaggerate their success. They give a lot of "ideas" and "opinions" but nothing that really helps as they themselves have little experience. Then a couple of long-time business owners, coaches and/or consultants come o Broaching the Salary Issue people" dampen spirits), Pat decides to take all the money available and use as down payment buy a plot of land anyway.Everyone has heard that you don’t ask about salary on the first interview for a job.In the best case, you don’t ask about it at all, because the interviewer brings it up, on the second interview. He or she will most likely say, "We should make sure we're in the same ballpark compensation-wise." But what if that doesn’t happen?If you have interviewed twice - the interviews are done, and you’ve left the building - and no one has said a word about what the job is paying, that’s not great. It means that the company is happy to use up your time without bothering to check in to see whether you’ll be interested in taking the job if you get an offer. What if you spend all this time interviewing, and the job pays ten thousand dollars less per year than you’d be willing to take?When you get a phone call, inviting you back for a third interview (meaning that you’ve been to two interviews already and salary hasn’t come up - and I’m talking about two separate visits to the company, not including a previous headhunter interviewer), speak up.When the hiring manager, internal recruiter, or search consultant calls, or emails you, to say “We’d love to schedule a third interview,” say this (or write it in a return email message):“That sounds great! I am very interested in the position - or, I should say, I think I am interested. I realized after the last meeting that we hadn’t talked about compensation yet. Shall we do that now?”If the person who calls you, or writes you, isn’t a pe After buying the land, Pat has enough money to buy only one packet of seeds and one shovel from the general store. Mind you Pat is venturing into the Farming Industry for the very first time, so with the exception of outside observance, Pat doesn't have much inside knowlege. However, Pat DOES have a great idea, and feels that is more than enough, I mean after all, each of the greats like Edison, Einstien, Gates and Bezos all started with just an idea...didn't they? Pat is ready to start, but is now getting a little concerned. Pat realizes one packet of seed and a shovel is really not enough to get this idea going. Pat does NOT have money to get anything else, but has already invested everything. Plus its a super-cool idea, and it would be a shame to not bring it to fruition, people NEED THIS...ultimately Pat's program could END WORLD HUNGER....if only Pat could get it off the ground. Pat begins asking people if they want to "invest". Pat finds that there are 2 kinds of people. The first are people who are NOT investment savvy. They agree Pat has its a great idea but only have a few hundred dollars or so to give...they also bring nothing to the table as far as experience, connections or resources. Pat is rarely asked many questions by these inexperienced "investors", and definitely never any challenging ones. These people are willing to work out any terms that sound reasonable, especially since Pat is "guaranteeing" this is going to be a hit. These are people just like Pat. They work a day job and think the "idea" is great and "know" it will be the next big thing and want to be a part of it. Unfortunately for Pat, a few hundred dollars will not even begin to touch what Pat knows is needed to launch. The second type are people in town "with money". These are people who make and keep money, and therefore are pretty savvy about it. Most people (without money) are of the opinion these "rich" folk can "afford to" do certain things with their money, even if its a loss. However, no one realizes the whole REASON they have money and others do not, is because they do not just arbitrarily spend it, even if "they can afford it". They are wise and only spend or "invest" money if its going to bring them more money in the end.They are not in the habit of giving lesser privileged people money, just "because they can". Pat is a sociable person, so Pat has no problems getting meetings with these rich movers and shakers in town. Pat pitches them on the marvels of the new idea and how its going to make "somebody" a boatload of money. Pat says "if neccessary, I can get you a full business plan by the end of the week." Ironically, Pat is rarely asked for a fancy business plan and always asked the same questions by the savvy guys: "How much money do you have available?" Pat replies "well I spent x,xxx on buying the land, a pack of seeds and a shovel and thats all I have" "What kind of experience do you have in the Farm Industry?" Pat says "None, but I have watched plenty of farmers, and some friends of mine own a farm, so I know how it all works" "What other businesses have you successfully launched in the past?" Pat answers "This is my first attempt at a business" "Who else is on your team?" Pat tells "It is just me for now, but if I could just get the money, I can hire whoever is needed" "What is your exit strategy for the investors?" Pat goes "Huh?" Pat realizes these are inadequate answers, so then goes back into telling how GOOD the IDEA is, and the fact that Pat will work 24/7 to make this work. It's Pat's Dream, all Pat needs is for someone to believe enough in Pat and to just "give Pat a chance". Since Pat does not have any relatives or close friends who will fund Pat based on the relationship and wanting to help out, Pat never gets the funding and doesn't understand why. Pat realizes there were not answers to SOME of the questions, but in Pat's mind all the important stuff was already figured out . Even a great idea on how to market it through a joint venture with Wal-Mart! Pat tries the bank, but they want collateral, which pat has nothing but the farm itself, and that is newly financed. Pat even goes to work and asks the boss to invest, figuring that would be a sure thing, but no go there either. Frustrated, Pat gets on the internet and ends up on some forums for small business owners. Pat decides to tell the story and see what kind of advice comes up. Most of the advice is encouraging words from people saying "GO FOR IT!" & "YOU CAN DO IT!" Most of the people answering though are also trying to start a business for the first time, and either have not been successful or exaggerate their success. They give a lot of "ideas" and "opinions" but nothing that really helps as they themselves have little experience. Then a couple of long-time business owners, coaches and/or consultants come Business Process Management – The Six Sigma Approach ...they also bring nothing to the table as far as experience, connections or resources. Pat is rarely asked many questions by these inexperienced "investors", and definitely never any challenging ones. These people are willing to work out any terms that sound reasonable, especially since Pat is "guaranteeing" this is going to be a hit.Managing a business entails a wide variety of responsibilities and project managers have to be up to the task. Fortunately, there are Business Process Management technologies in place to help processes run more smoothly. However, Six Sigma does more than just help processes run more smoothly. Six Sigma is a methodology. It allows for continuous of improvement of processes, on a project-by-project basis.Implementing Six Sigma into your business takes a high level of commitment, because it does not go project-to-project. There needs to be 100% commitment from all levels of management, especially upper management. Six Sigma is intended to be a methodology that is implemented throughout the entire organization, and without full support from the very top of the management chain down, the resistance to the change that is inevitable in any organization will triumph and Six Sigma will just be another business management project that had limited success.What Makes Six Sigma Truly DifferentSix Sigma is truly different from the average BPM technology because it is a methodology and a program of mentorship that begins with top management and funnels down to the people who really make things happen in an organization. With the full support of upper management, business managers are able to support their own teams of managers to learn and implement the Six Sigma technology.There is intensive training involved prior to the deployment of Six Sigma and through out the process. Six Sigma likens These are people just like Pat. They work a day job and think the "idea" is great and "know" it will be the next big thing and want to be a part of it. Unfortunately for Pat, a few hundred dollars will not even begin to touch what Pat knows is needed to launch. The second type are people in town "with money". These are people who make and keep money, and therefore are pretty savvy about it. Most people (without money) are of the opinion these "rich" folk can "afford to" do certain things with their money, even if its a loss. However, no one realizes the whole REASON they have money and others do not, is because they do not just arbitrarily spend it, even if "they can afford it". They are wise and only spend or "invest" money if its going to bring them more money in the end.They are not in the habit of giving lesser privileged people money, just "because they can". Pat is a sociable person, so Pat has no problems getting meetings with these rich movers and shakers in town. Pat pitches them on the marvels of the new idea and how its going to make "somebody" a boatload of money. Pat says "if neccessary, I can get you a full business plan by the end of the week." Ironically, Pat is rarely asked for a fancy business plan and always asked the same questions by the savvy guys: "How much money do you have available?" Pat replies "well I spent x,xxx on buying the land, a pack of seeds and a shovel and thats all I have" "What kind of experience do you have in the Farm Industry?" Pat says "None, but I have watched plenty of farmers, and some friends of mine own a farm, so I know how it all works" "What other businesses have you successfully launched in the past?" Pat answers "This is my first attempt at a business" "Who else is on your team?" Pat tells "It is just me for now, but if I could just get the money, I can hire whoever is needed" "What is your exit strategy for the investors?" Pat goes "Huh?" Pat realizes these are inadequate answers, so then goes back into telling how GOOD the IDEA is, and the fact that Pat will work 24/7 to make this work. It's Pat's Dream, all Pat needs is for someone to believe enough in Pat and to just "give Pat a chance". Since Pat does not have any relatives or close friends who will fund Pat based on the relationship and wanting to help out, Pat never gets the funding and doesn't understand why. Pat realizes there were not answers to SOME of the questions, but in Pat's mind all the important stuff was already figured out . Even a great idea on how to market it through a joint venture with Wal-Mart! Pat tries the bank, but they want collateral, which pat has nothing but the farm itself, and that is newly financed. Pat even goes to work and asks the boss to invest, figuring that would be a sure thing, but no go there either. Frustrated, Pat gets on the internet and ends up on some forums for small business owners. Pat decides to tell the story and see what kind of advice comes up. Most of the advice is encouraging words from people saying "GO FOR IT!" & "YOU CAN DO IT!" Most of the people answering though are also trying to start a business for the first time, and either have not been successful or exaggerate their success. They give a lot of "ideas" and "opinions" but nothing that really helps as they themselves have little experience. Then a couple of long-time business owners, coaches and/or consultants come Employe Hiring and Retention lems getting meetings with these rich movers and shakers in town. Pat pitches them on the marvels of the new idea and how its going to make "somebody" a boatload of money. Pat says "if neccessary, I can get you a full business plan by the end of the week."Attracting and retaining quality employees is vital to the success of any auto service business. A common cry in the auto repair industry is, “I can’t get any good help.”Dave Dunn of Masters School of Autobody Management states, “If you can’t find and keep good help, it’s your fault.” I attended Dave’s school for a week in October, 2001. He devotes one day of the five day course to employee hiring and retention. Dave says recruiting must be an ongoing process, and the process should begin before you have an immediate need. Dave’s philosophy parallels my own, and his system expanded on what I had been doing successfully for many years.While many of my competitors complain about the scarcity of good technicians, I have been fortunate to build a staff that is “the envy of my competition,” according to a supplier who visits most shops in the area.“Develop a reputation as a recruiter and the best business to work for,” Dave says. I absolutely agree. I have said for many years, “Create an environment where the employees feel cared about, and you will attract quality employees, and keep them.” I treat my employees equally as well as my customers, and it has worked like magic.My current employer is a perfect example. There are numerous employees that have worked there for 20-40 years, and many others who have retired from the dealership after long service. His employees love and respect him, because he loves and respects them. Conversely, there are two dealerships down the road that ha Ironically, Pat is rarely asked for a fancy business plan and always asked the same questions by the savvy guys: "How much money do you have available?" Pat replies "well I spent x,xxx on buying the land, a pack of seeds and a shovel and thats all I have" "What kind of experience do you have in the Farm Industry?" Pat says "None, but I have watched plenty of farmers, and some friends of mine own a farm, so I know how it all works" "What other businesses have you successfully launched in the past?" Pat answers "This is my first attempt at a business" "Who else is on your team?" Pat tells "It is just me for now, but if I could just get the money, I can hire whoever is needed" "What is your exit strategy for the investors?" Pat goes "Huh?" Pat realizes these are inadequate answers, so then goes back into telling how GOOD the IDEA is, and the fact that Pat will work 24/7 to make this work. It's Pat's Dream, all Pat needs is for someone to believe enough in Pat and to just "give Pat a chance". Since Pat does not have any relatives or close friends who will fund Pat based on the relationship and wanting to help out, Pat never gets the funding and doesn't understand why. Pat realizes there were not answers to SOME of the questions, but in Pat's mind all the important stuff was already figured out . Even a great idea on how to market it through a joint venture with Wal-Mart! Pat tries the bank, but they want collateral, which pat has nothing but the farm itself, and that is newly financed. Pat even goes to work and asks the boss to invest, figuring that would be a sure thing, but no go there either. Frustrated, Pat gets on the internet and ends up on some forums for small business owners. Pat decides to tell the story and see what kind of advice comes up. Most of the advice is encouraging words from people saying "GO FOR IT!" & "YOU CAN DO IT!" Most of the people answering though are also trying to start a business for the first time, and either have not been successful or exaggerate their success. They give a lot of "ideas" and "opinions" but nothing that really helps as they themselves have little experience. Then a couple of long-time business owners, coaches and/or consultants come In Business Scheduling is Critical ust "give Pat a chance".In my youth, many years ago, I worked for a medium size manufacturing company. I was, like all at that age, eager and knew it all. And some still call me a know it all.After two months there, the President asked to speak to me. I did not think he even knew I existed. Sweat time. I was sure I would get the axe and I had no idea why.“I need your help,” he said. I started to become confused and weak kneed. My being speechless, he continued: “We are having serious scheduling problems and I would like you to investigate. A fresh look at the problem may be useful.”“Listen to this” he said, “It is a memo to the Sales Manager from the Production Manager.”He read the memo “John: Do you want us to rush the rush job we are rushing now, or are we to rush the rush job you wanted us to rush before we rush the rush job we’re rushing now, or rush the rush job we were rushing before?”With that he developed a twitch in his left eye. The man was rattled. He continued saying “We have two other serious problems. Quality on Mondays is horrible and we have high absenteeism on Fridays.”Being capable of solving all the worlds’ problems, I took the assignment.On the pretext of learning the operations I spent about a week in the scheduling and production departments. Quality was a minor problem except on Mondays. For the most part the suppliers delivered on time. High absenteeism was a mystery to me. Does not everyone like to work? I asked a fellow why he only worked four days a week Since Pat does not have any relatives or close friends who will fund Pat based on the relationship and wanting to help out, Pat never gets the funding and doesn't understand why. Pat realizes there were not answers to SOME of the questions, but in Pat's mind all the important stuff was already figured out . Even a great idea on how to market it through a joint venture with Wal-Mart! Pat tries the bank, but they want collateral, which pat has nothing but the farm itself, and that is newly financed. Pat even goes to work and asks the boss to invest, figuring that would be a sure thing, but no go there either. Frustrated, Pat gets on the internet and ends up on some forums for small business owners. Pat decides to tell the story and see what kind of advice comes up. Most of the advice is encouraging words from people saying "GO FOR IT!" & "YOU CAN DO IT!" Most of the people answering though are also trying to start a business for the first time, and either have not been successful or exaggerate their success. They give a lot of "ideas" and "opinions" but nothing that really helps as they themselves have little experience. Then a couple of long-time business owners, coaches and/or consultants come on and give Pat the real deal. They do not sugarcoat the issue and give pat some strong advice. Pat doesn't like what is said, but realizes deep down, they are the only ones who care enough to tell the truth. Pat realizes that if instead of leaping out there, had gotten help from a coach or mentor in the beginning, maybe the business would actually be running right now. Pat brushes those thoughts off, because they do not matter now. Pat just wants answers on how to get this business going, and will keep looking until the answer is found. So Pat tells everyone "I am doing this no matter what!" Pat asks "So what can I do to get this thing going?" One business owner asks in response: "what is your budget?" Pat replies..."I don't know, whatever it takes I guess" Business Owner: "That's not a real answer, ballpark how much you have available" Pat: "well, I don't know, I don't have one really" Business Owner: "How much can you come up with" Pat: "Maybe $100" Business Owner: "That is not anywhere nearly enough" Pat: "Well I figure I will just start small, and test it out, and if it works out, I will be happy to put more in. I am going to plant this pack I have and go from there. I obviously have to do this by myself...you all will see - I'm gonna make it!" Business Owner: "Uhm, ok - well good luck with that" We all see Pat's dilemma. This was Pat's problem from the begining. Not really understanding the true meaning of "starting small". Pat does NOT understand the basics of farming, or the universe for that matter. Pat wants to get before giving, wants to harvest and reap, before planting and sowing. Pat wants to put one seed in the ground, and somehow get enough back to plant many more. Pat wants to turn a buck into a million. Pat is confused and outright ignorant about life. NOTHING, and I mean ABSOLUTELY NOTHING, gives before putting into it. Bunny Trail: Sometimes I talk to teenagers, and young girls are crying because they are pregnant at such a young age. "How could this happen??" they say. Well, uhm....a seed was planted, and now a little human is growing inside you. If you are a female, let me tell you in case no one else has: there is a 100% fool-proof way to avoid getting pregnant and having a child grow in your womb....never allow a seed to be planted. But I digress back to our topic: In the same vein, there is a 100% fool-proof way to never get your business or money to grow: ...never plant a seed. Now there are a lot of variables to this seed planting thing. You may have heard "It takes money to make money". Well that's true to an extent, but its not 100% accurate. Better to say: "It takes resources to make resources." In part 2 I will explain the 3 main resources and how you can use them to reproduce each other. Here are some things to remember. RULES FOR GETTING A HARVEST 1) You must plant seeds (sow, invest) before you can get a harvest (reap, return) 2) The measure you use to plant, will determine the measure you get back. Plant a little, get a little. Plant a lot, get a lot. 3) The ground you plant (where you put it) will have a huge impact on your harvest, for good or bad. (Planting a lot in bad ground, brings back little) 4) Before harvest (return), you must cultivate (work, incubate) your seed (investment). Do not expect an immediate return, it takes time. Just keep watering and fertilizing...and wait. 5) You must protect your seed (investment). Weeds, bugs, and rival farmers will harm your crop BEFORE harvest time. 6) Gathering the harvest takes just as much work as planting and cultivating. If you do not collect your harvest, either someone else will or it will simply rot. If you are in a situation similar to Pat, know this: You determine what you get by what you invest. If you are "waiting to see what happens", you are wasting your time. Forget about it. Seriously. You are only asking for hurt and frustration. When you plant a little, you only get a little. And if you plant VERY LITTLE, then you do not even get back what you put in. One of my companies motto's is: Success happens...but only on purpose. After 15 years of meeting literally 100s of Pats, I have yet to see it work any different. Now on occasion people may see someone that LOOKS like a Pat...someone who didn't have a lot of money...then suddenly it seems they "made it". Rest assured, they planted first. The reality is they had (or acquired) resources. Money is 1/3 of the 3 primary resources. In Part 2 of this article I will talk about exactly that. Please do not lull yourself into thinking somehow it will be different with your situation. It won't. Maybe you think I am mean for saying that, but it would be no different if you felt somehow the law of gravity didnt apply to you and decided to walk off the roof of a 30 story building. I would say....STOP...don't do it, you will die, you will fall to the ground...f
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