What is your 'Why'?

Seems like a strange question doesn't it?  However, the truth is that there is a reason or a why for everything that we do.  There are countless motivations for doing any number of things and that is what is at the heart of that thing you do.  For example, if you prefer a certain vehicle's make and you are quite vocal with your praise, you have a reason for doing so.  This is your why.  Another example would be why you donate to charities, why you've decided to become a network marketer and the list goes on.

Think about all the things that you devote your time too.  Are any of them not living up to the standards you hoped for?  I'm willing to bet that its because you haven't figured out what your why is for that particular thing.

Almost 6 months ago I had to do some serious thinking along these lines.  Some of my trusted friends, were talking about joining a network marketing company, and eventually did join in.  One of them, Dave, started talking to me about it and at first I hesitated but given a little time to look into things and a phone call with Tom Long, I decided that I wanted to take the plung as well.

I knew the costs of starting a business and knew that even though starting a business the network marketing way, it would still have its own unique costs.  This was all clear to me, but after the first month I realized that I didn't really know why I was doing it.  What drew me to network marketing as opposed to any of the other opportunities that were out there.  I began to think on this and realized that I wanted 3 things most of all.  First I wanted to be my own boss; secondly, I wanted to grow, explore, and try new things (believe me, if there was ever a self help program network marketing is it -- a self help program with a compensation plan attached); and lastly, the most important reason I had for getting involved is that I enjoy helping people and building relationships with them.

So if you have a project that you're working on and its just not moving forward or you're finding it hard to remain motivated, consider that question: What is your why?

Recognizing why you are working on that project and where the passion for it comes from can only re-invigorate your desire and will bring you back up to speed.

All the best!

Tim

PS:  I chose the picture above because it embodies one of my personal reasons for the work that I do.  In my business I am my own boss and before me the road is beautiful and clear.  I know where I am going and love it.

Comments

[Steve]

I think that will be a good question for me to answer before I can lose the weight I'm carrying.

[Tim]

Steve - I've found it useful, once I've defined the answer to my question, to print it out in bold letters and hang it somewhere that is visible many times throughout the day. I hung mine on the fridge. It'll remind you that you have a goal and a reason to get there.

[Pattyb and Ian]

Hi Tim,

Patty & Ian from the birthday bash cruise last year. When we spoke last year I know you have a knack for marketing on the internet. Well we just ran into by a fluke the founder of this company. This is a product we know can be sold just on the internet. Can you have a look and let me know your thoughts.It is the first mlm online like it in the industry, Only 10 weeks old and kicking. You will see why it works.
http://www.allxclubpro.com/1687601/allxclub.htm

Thank you Pattb & Ian