You Have to be Committed to Doing the Rights Things at the Right Time to be Successful.
To be successful in building your side hustle it is going to require that your prioritize, make tough decision, and stay in control of your attitude. There are so many obstacles, challenges and hurdles to overcome that unless you consider these three factors, you may find that your side hustle ends up falling to the waste side
Success Is All About Prioritization
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. You can’t do it all, and you can’t have it all. We are all limited to 24 hours per day and our energy to accomplish things during that time is limited as well. It’s also why it’s important to get good at prioritization when it comes to success. This idea of choosing what to do when and what to focus on “right now” comes into play in a few different ways.
Prioritization When Setting Goals
The first place when we use prioritization is when we define our unique version of success and start setting goals. While we may have ideas and ambitions, not all of them are feasible. Maybe you’d like to be an astronaut, but there simply isn’t a big market for that occupation. Instead, you prioritize on something that’s exciting and attainable. Maybe it’s teaching high-school science, or maybe it’s running an online store for astronomy equipment and supplies.
You’ll also prioritize goals for different areas of your life. If you’re just starting out in your career, you may spend more time and energy at the office than with your family. Eventually, that will change, and you’ll shift your focus to strengthening those relationships. Being able to prioritize what’s most important right now helps you get things done without feeling too guilty about it.
Prioritization Based On Biggest Impact
Once you’ve determined what your goal is and what milestones you need to reach to make that goal, it’s time to pick what will have the most impact and what will move you ahead more than anything else. Let’s say you’re working on becoming debt free. You have a fixed amount of money to spend each month on reducing any debt, and so you prioritize where you put the money. By starting with the highest interest debt, you make the most progress. In this example, it’s easy to determine where to spend your money. But, it’s not always easy to see where your efforts would have the most significant impact on other goals.
Spend some time thinking about this, get advice from a mentor or peer, and keep an eye on your effectiveness. You get a better feel for prioritizing for biggest impact over time.
Prioritization Based On Your Environment
We don’t live in a vacuum and life isn’t always easy. That forces us to pick and choose wisely. Working on what’s most important to use and that we feel will have the biggest impact isn’t always possible. Let me give you an example. Let’s say one of your definitions of success is to move to a nicer neighborhood and into a bigger house. That will involve selling your home, and to make sure you get the best price possible, you want to do some major decluttering, cleaning, and some minor renovations. Your goal for this week may be to repaint the living room. Then your kid gets sick with a stomach bug. Painting the living room is no longer feasible. So you adjust and do a little kitchen decluttering in between tending your child.
Sometimes our priorities have to change and shift based on our circumstances and our environment. It happens, and it’s ok. Do what you can and get back to what you perceive as the highest priorities when it’s feasible.
Are You Ready To Make The Tough Decisions Success Brings?
A big part of being successful and productive is being able to prioritize what you should be doing and what you shouldn’t be doing. Those can be tough decisions to make, particularly when it involves other people or giving up on a project that you’ve put a lot of hard work and soul into already. It also isn’t always easy to see the right path forward and determine what the best call is. Here are a few tips to help you make the best decisions possible.
Keep The Big Picture In Mind
It’s easy to find yourself stuck in the details. We are working on one little part, and that’s all we can see. It’s hard to notice progress and make sure you’re on the right track in that frame of mind. Keep your big goal or your unique definition of success front and center. Write it down and post it in front of your desk or on your bathroom mirror. Not only will this keep you motivated, but it will also serve as a sort of compass that will keep you on the right path.
Stay Organized
It’s easy to get confused and be unable to make decisions when your surroundings and your mind are cluttered. Staying organized when it comes to what you’re working on is key. Keep your files in order, so that it’s easy to find the information you need to make an important decision. Make sure you’re clear on your goals and the path to reach them. Getting in the habit of getting and staying organized instead of functioning from a place of clutter will make it much easier to prioritize the important tasks and work efficiently.
Make The Time To Review
It’s not always easy to see what’s working and what isn’t when you’re in the middle of things. Set aside time each week to step back and analyze your progress. Decide what’s working well and what isn’t. Correct your course as needed and decide if it’s time to change things up or pull the plug.
The more often you make those tough decisions, the easier it will become to make them. With time and experience, you’ll also get better at judging what the best choice is.
The road to success is full of learning opportunities. Don’t be afraid to fail or make the wrong decision. You’ll learn from every single one. Failing fast and failing often can be the quickest way to success.
Your Attitude Matters When It Comes To Success
Let’s talk about attitude and what it has to do with your overall chances of being successful. Having a positive outlook can be a huge help for a variety of reasons. Let’s take a closer look at how positivity can help you reach your goals and work for permanent change.
Having the right attitude helps you stay motivated.
Being successful takes work, and that’s just more fun when you’re enjoying what you’re doing. While not every task, and everything that needs to be taken care of, will be your favorite task, having a positive attitude about it will help.
Start by becoming more aware of your moods and outlooks as you go about your day. Make an effort to be grateful and find the good side of things. Over time your positivity will increase, and it will help you stay on track and stay motivated.
Having a good attitude helps you overcome hurdles.
It’s easy to get discouraged when things don’t go your way or fall through. We all face setbacks. We all make mistakes. How we deal with them is what set’s successful people apart from the rest. Work on your positivity and find a lesson in everything that happens. You’ll come out on the other side stronger and better than before.
Having the right attitude helps you do better work.
Think back on the last time you had fun working on a project. It was much easier to get into the flow and time flew by. You enjoyed yourself, and that showed in your work. We tend to work so much better when we’re in a good mood.
It’s also easier to focus on work efficiently when you like what you’re doing. In fact, when you find that groove and that perfect project, it doesn’t feel like work at all. That’s the kind of state you want to work in most of the time.
To make all that happen, you should make an effort to work on positivity. Check your attitude and find the joy in everything you do. Keeping a journal can help, it makes you focus your thoughts. You can look back and see what of the things you did worked and helped you make progress. Another powerful tip is to create a journal or file of encouragement. Fill it with positive images and motivational quotes. Include proof of your accomplishments and any recommendations and testimonials you receive. Browse through the journal or file any time you need an extra boost of positivity.
Staying committed to being mindful, and prioritizing what is important in conjunction with your willingness to make the tough decisions while maintaining a healthy attitude is an excellent way to ensure that your Side Hustle, thrives and grow.
