Achieving Big Results Takes Time and Dedication
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Understanding the Journey to Success
It’s crucial to recognize that significant achievements don't happen overnight.
Many people believe that creators who suddenly gain fame are "overnight successes," but this is often misleading. The reality is that their journey is typically long and filled with hard work. Instant recognition is not something you inherently deserve; it’s a process that demands effort and time.
A respected writer, Tom Kuegler, who has garnered a substantial audience and revenue from his craft, echoes this sentiment.
The Path to Achieving Results
Step 1: Mindset Matters
To begin, you must adopt the right mindset.
"Expect NOTHING. Because you deserve nothing."
This perspective might feel counterintuitive in a culture that promotes entitlement to happiness and success. We often hear that we deserve a higher salary, a nicer home, or more fulfilling relationships. However, this sense of entitlement can be detrimental.
To thrive as a content creator, you need to shift your mindset. Understand that no one owes you anything. Success is not served to you on a silver platter; it’s earned through hard work and resilience.
Step 2: Create Without Expectations
"Dedicate six months to your craft and anticipate NOTHING."
Invest six months into creating without looking for immediate rewards. This period serves as your training ground. Just as athletes spend extensive time preparing for their events, you too must develop your skills and build a body of work.
This phase is crucial for amassing content, as Nicolas Cole pointed out. When you finally begin to see success, you’ll already have a library of material ready for your growing audience.
Step 3: Embrace the Slow Growth
"After six months, that’s when the exponential results start trickling in."
Tom’s insight here is particularly valuable. Even after your initial training period, you shouldn't expect instant results. The growth will be gradual, akin to a slow build-up of momentum.
For instance, my newsletter on Substack has seen a steady increase in daily views from October 2021 to September 2023. While there were occasional spikes, most of the growth was a consistent trickle.
As you continue on this journey, keep riding that wave of steady progress.
The first video titled "I DON'T DESERVE THIS." dives into the mindset of understanding one's journey and the hard work behind success.
Step 4: Support Others
As you start to experience growth, remember to extend a helping hand to others.
Your achievements are often the result of guidance and inspiration from those who have come before you.
When you’re riding that wave of success, don’t forget to reach back and assist someone else on their journey.
The second video "You Don't Deserve Yourself" explores themes of self-worth and the importance of perseverance in the face of challenges.