Why Mindset Matters for Success
How can we cultivate and sustain an optimal mindset at a time when we are dealing with so much political, economic, and healthcare upheaval? We’ve all experienced frustrations with learning in different areas. If only more people knew that the most important step to solving these problems is surprisingly simple.
The mind can be such a powerful thing, especially when you are in charge of running a team or a business. Stress, late nights, long meetings, marketing, advertising, social media, it keeps going on. As a team leader or small business owner and service provider, you wear many hats. But it all starts with your mindset. Being a team leader or business owner and the leader of your business means you set the tone in every way. The way you walk, what you say, how you present yourself, and how to show up every single day for your clients and your team.
Success and mindset go hand-in-hand. Take the example of Tony Robbins. You can disagree with his approach, but he now feeds over 50 million people worldwide every day through his programmes, and he started out from being poor and homeless. He didn’t have a role model in his life. His mother was constantly sick, and he had little to no education in the entrepreneurship industries that sprang up at the time in America. He attributes his success to three ‘pillars’ — setting focused goals, using your resource toolbox, and achieving inner alignment. When all three are in-sync, that’s when you can build the life of your dreams.
Here are few questions you should ask yourself and assess in order to get the mindset for success.
How am I showing up every day for my team?
The vibe and energy you put out is so contagious. Your guests feel it and your team feels it. It may be tough but whatever you have going on at home you must leave at the door before you meet a client. If you carry the burden in with you, then your team and clients will feel it.
What is my attitude everyday?
Is it positive, happy, upbeat? Or is it negative, miserable, and low energy? You should walk in to your business like a breath of fresh air. Your energy is where it all begins. You can say all the right things, shake hands, say hi, and be available. But if it’s not authentic and forced, your clients will feel it. And it will only be a matter of time before they start to look elsewhere.
Do I lead by example every day?
Do I do the things I want my team to do? Do I treat my clients the way I want my team to treat my clients? Or do I demand action and tell my team what to do while I sit in my office pointing fingers? This is crucial. Your team will only mimic your behaviour. So if you want your team to greet clients a certain way, you have to do the same. Your mindset and how you show up truly determines whether your business will thrive or just barely survive!
Do I surround myself with like-minded people?
Your tribe is a crucial part of success and growth. Be mindful of who you keep in your inner circle. Do they lift you up or hold you down like an anchor? Will they call you out if you step out of line? Are they your biggest cheerleader and believe in your vision in life and in your business?
Please take a moment or two to ask yourself the questions above. Be honest, accept change, accept the challenge of growth and stepping outside of your comfort zone. Be the leader and business owner you truly know you are meant to be.
