Tag: side hustle

Why You Need a Side Hustle

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Everyone needs a side hustle. It’s not optional, it’s mandatory. Why?

Here are 3 reasons:

1. The Economy has changed forever

2.  You can’t put all your eggs in one basket

3.  Boredom

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Currently, we’re in an economic recession, but your professional life going forward will never be the same. The definition of “security” (or the perception of) has changed. Long gone are pensions, retirement and 401k’s. Entering in is a longer “working” life, less long-term benefits and uncertainty. We live in a world where if you’re not looking over your shoulder for competition, you’re getting passed up yesterday. You need a side hustle because you never know when the rug will get pulled out from under you. This leads to my next point.

Just like you wouldn’t put all your assets into one stock, when it comes to your career you need to “diversify your portfolio.” Stay with the “stable” job that pays the bills, but in your free time work on your side business. The more passionate you are about monetizing a hobby, the better chance you have of turning your side gig into the main gig. Even if you never leave your primary job, it helps to have a secondary/passive income. Business is about selling (experiences and networking too) so the quicker you learn that skill, the faster you’ll see results.

That being said, we’re victims of an instant gratification society. Nothing keeps our attention for long. We’re all a little A.D.D.. So if you’re not pursuing your next “new shiny object” you’re setting yourself up for complacency and boredom. You and I are wired for: mastery, autonomy and purpose (according to Dan Pink). Translation: if you’re not able to chase your dream(s) and do it “your way,” there will always be some internal discontent.

So stop thinking about it and do something! If you haven’t started, start! If you’ve already started, keep going! When you make it a priority to always pursue your side hustle, it guarantees forward movement and personal growth. If you’re stuck and need some help moving, let’s talk.

In fact I’m offering a FREE Webinar tomorrow “Start your Side Hustle in 3 Easy Steps!“, you should check it out!

How Rich are you really?

Scott Asai7 Comments

Today’s most valuable currency isn’t money, it’s time. 
Equally distributed to all, yet maximized wisely by few. 

In the article, Flexibility: The New Definition of Success, flexibility and autonomy is what’s most desired. 

It’s hard to control how much money you make, but you can be very deliberate how you choose to spend your time. 

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Speaking from experience, as a Lifestyle Entrepreneur money isn’t my main motivator, freedom and flexibility of schedule is. Every time I get down about how much money I could be making, I look at my daughter and wife next to me. What if I was working 80+ hours a week? Would I be happy? Would I truly know my wife and daughter?  

Money is a means to an end. 
Time is an end in itself. 
It can be argued that money buys time, but does it really?

My point isn’t aim to be poor, but instead question what you’re really after. 

If your goal is flexibility, then look at your current situation and ask yourself, “How can I free up more time to invest in the things I love?“

Need someone to listen to you and sort out a game plan to get started? Let’s talk.

Getting in the Zone

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Athletes experience it. In fact, the great ones encounter it more frequently. It’s when everything gets quiet, things slow down and your performance goes through the roof. It’s a beautiful thing to watch, so why can’t you experience it in your professional life?

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Getting in the zone happens when you’re able to tune out all distractions and perform efficiently. 
 
There’s no formula for how to get there because it’s different for every person, but becoming self-aware by knowing your strengths, weaknesses and tendencies will get you closer to peak performance more times than not.
 
Here are some tips to consider:
 
1. Figure out your most productive chunk of time and do your most important work then.
 
2. Create a routine that works for you where you can almost cruise on “auto-pilot” daily
 
3. Define your work-life boundaries by putting limits on your work hours
 
4. Go beyond organizing, prioritize! Instead of having a to-do list, label what’s most important & start there
 
5. Setting is crucial so find that “place” where you can grind out your best work
 
For myself, I work best alone where it’s quiet, so I schedule pockets of time away from everyone. I also enjoying meeting with people, so I make sure I do that a couple of times a week outside my office. My morning workouts give me energy and I set my appointments in the mornings to get my creative juices flowing followed up with solo work. Spending time with my family is my main motivation, so I try to schedule my work around them. Money is nice, but time is the currency I value the most. 
 
When I work with my clients it’s essential to identify their strengths early on. I help them “do more of who they are” or maximize their strengths. When my clients succeed, I succeed.
 
So when it comes to work, think of how athletes train for their performance(s). You can accomplish so much more when you create a consistent routine. Make it your goal to get in the zone regularly!