Vicky and Joe discuss how they’ve made very deliberate and conscious decisions to live the life they’re currently living. Their current lifestyle was not created by accident, and today’s episode focuses on why it’s important to be aware of the life you’re currently living, and to change it if you’re unhappy with it. Do not live your life by accident!
Key Takeaways:
[1:30] Today’s show is going to get a bit mushy.
[6:40] Vicky and Joe have created a very fulfilling life, and that’s not by accident.
[7:40] Vicky spent so many years reacting to things she couldn’t control.
[11:00] Both Vicky and Joe have goals they’re working towards, but so far so good! They’re on the right track.
[15:50] Sometimes you will find yourself having to change directions. That’s okay, as long as you make a deliberate decision to do so.
[20:35] What’s important to you personally? Why do you do what you do?
[23:40] Not everybody is entrepreneurial. It’s okay to drift through life if that’s what you want to do.
[24:00] However, if you own a business, by definition, you're not somebody who drifts through life and reacts to things you can’t control.
[27:00] Owning a business is rarely smooth sailing; it’s a journey, and you will get there by putting in consistent effort.
[28:15] Vicky is so proud of you, by the way!
Mentioned in This Episode:
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Vicky and Joe discuss the importance of being patient. Our current world right now doesn’t reward patience. How often have we gotten grumpy because the internet was slow or gotten irritated over something that wasn’t working? Patience is a critical skill we all need to have because nothing worthwhile in life is easy or free.
Key Takeaways:
[5:15] Good things come to those who wait. It’s kind of true, and it’s also kind of bullshit.
[9:35] Our modern world is so rapid that it becomes difficult to even exercise your ‘patience’ muscle. When things don’t work, we get irritated!
[10:25] Can you imagine looking at a piece of art for three hours? Vicky feels twitchy just thinking about it.
[16:00] Learning a new skill requires patience.
[17:50] Vicky talks about the marshmallow experiment.
[22:55] That marshmallow experiment has been updated specifically for adults involving money.
[25:00] If you’re willing to wait, you’ll make more money.
[27:45] Gurus tend to promise you instant riches right now, but we all know that doesn’t happen right away.
[31:20] Take small steps. It will eventually lead to you achieving your goals.
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Ben Settle is a copywriter and a semi-professional bum. He works about 10-minutes a day writing his daily email and then goofs off for the rest of the day. Ben discusses with Vicky why the world needs more supervillains, not superheros, on this week’s episode. He also shares his thoughts on why your personal mission is so important as well as why arrogant clients are good clients!
Key Takeaways:
[1:15] Who is Ben?
[4:00] Why should you be a villain?
[8:10] What’s Ben’s most important business principle?
[9:15] Ben thinks accountability groups are stupid.
[10:05] When you have an important mission in your life, your path becomes clearer and easier to follow.
[13:35] The best villains are super patient. They understand it takes time to build something meaningful.
[16:20] How does Ben handle the naysayers?
[18:00] Ben wants people to disagree with him.
[20:40] You can work with arrogant clients, but you cannot work with people who are both arrogant and ignorant. If you find someone like this, run!
[21:35] What are Ben’s thoughts on needy people?
[23:40] How do you get over being needy?
[31:00] Ben offers some advice for new copywriters trying to break into the space.
[34:00] Who’s Ben’s all time favorite villain?
Mentioned in This Episode:
Businessforsuperheroes.com/inner-circle
Vicky and Joe sit down to discuss time management! Dan Kennedy has ten very useful techniques that will help you get things done in a reasonable amount of time. Vicky discusses these ten things and her love for lists (among other things) on this week’s show. If you’re interested in trying to claw back your time, then do not miss this episode!
Key Takeaways:
[2:00] Vicky and Joe found a...foot in their garden. (It wasn’t a human foot).
[2:25] Do you believe ‘you don’t have time’?
[5:10] Dan Kennedy can boil the whole ‘saving time’ thing down to ten useful techniques.
[6:00] Vicky loves lists, but Joe mocks her for it.
[8:25] Are you interested in Vicky’s victory planner? Drop her a line and let her know you want it!
[14:15] Not on call? Turn your darn phone off!
[16:45] Meetings should always, always have a purpose.
[19:45] Those rags to riches stories aren’t more special than you. They’re just marketed better.
[23:15] Stop reacting to stuff!!!
[25:10] Use your ‘wasted time’ smartly.
[27:30] Dan Kennedy has what he calls the Tickler File System, but what is it?
[29:40] Use or buy those shiny new technology gadgets consciously. Don’t use it mindlessly just because it’s new and everybody else is doing it.
[31:45] You might not want to use all ten of these techniques, but hopefully one or two of them will help you regain control of your time and life.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Businessforsuperheroes.com/inner-circle