During a recent coaching session with a client, we came to
what I will refer to as a "crossroads" in the conversation.
I call this point of the conversation a "crossroads"
because it is where I asked a question that could lead the
rest of the session down two different paths. One path
could be one of really finding out if what you desire is
what you really believe is possible. The other path could
be one of discovering that none of what you are doing is
what you really want at all.
I asked this question: "Are you starting a new hobby or a
new business?" There was silence for what seemed like a
whole minute. I repeated the question. I began to wonder
if I hit a nerve with this bold question. Let me share
some more information that built up to this moment.
A common theme I have seen emerge with some people is that
they say they want to make some more money, payoff debt,
and create a successful business. The key word in that
last sentence is the word "say". Saying and doing are two
different things. We can say all kinds of things. What is
the real difference between doing and saying? A lot!
I'll call this group of people who say they want these
things the Sayers'. The Sayers do have an intention in
creating a new business and making money. They may even
want a lifestyle that is higher than the one that they
enjoy presently. The one thing the Sayers don't say is how
and when they are going to do it or even start it.
What are they missing and what is the reason they are
missing it? What I mean is "What is really the difference
between a Doer' and a Sayer'?" What makes someone create
and dive into a project or business and someone else not
take action? What's missing? Is it the plan or is it
commitment to the project? Maybe it's both of those. Jim
Rohn has said "I find it fascinating that most people plan
their vacations with better care than they plan their
lives. Perhaps that is because escape is easier than
change."
I believe change is what is at the core of most of this.
The same old routine of getting up, eating breakfast,
going to work, coming home and just hanging out on the
weekend is a comfort zone many have settled into and can be
difficult to change. Making a powerful choice to block out
some time for your new business, even if it is only a few
hours a week, can be uncomfortable for some people. It
takes you a step away from that old comfortable life and
can even add a bit of anxiety of what may happen. You may
wonder Will it payoff when the work goes into the
business?' Life may never be the same or there may never
be a chance to go back to that old comfort level. The truth
is...you won't WANT to go back to the old comfort zone.
So I'll ask the question again. Are you starting a new
hobby or a new business? A hobby is something we pour
money into for our personal enjoyment. A new business is
something that is built to make money. The distinctions
are very clear on the surface; it's the unknown below the
surface that must be examined. If what you really have is
a hobby then just sit back and have fun. If it's a business
then commit your time and take action. Time that is spent
working on your new business will payoff and it's the first
choice that must be made on your path to success.
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