Entrepreneurs can be driven and have peace

Show Notes

• 01:31
  The 10 Disciplines origin story

  By implementing Gino Wickmans Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), Rob was able to sell his copier company for double the multiple. Rob then partnered with Gino to start The 10 Disciplines, a coaching company, based on the 10 disciplines Gino wrote about.
• 04:00
  An overview of The 10 Disciplines

  The 10 Disciplines consist of five disciplines that help with self-understanding and five that help you create strong boundaries. When these boundaries are established and you're clear about your motivations, you shine and make the greatest impact in your businesses and your life.
• 05:33
  Self awareness, management, and boundary

  Entrepreneurs are driven, which is a blessing and a curse requiring management to avoid burnout. By prioritizing love-based decision-making instead of making decisions out of fear, entrepreneurs can continue to be driven while maintaining inner peace.
• 08:27
  Managing drive as an entrepreneur

  Driven entrepreneurs often have superhuman stamina, leaving others unable to keep up and perceiving the driven individual as risky or intense. Driven individuals need to manage this intensity to avoid negative consequences in their personal and professional lives.
• 10:51
  Balancing a driven nature and inner peace

  Entrepreneurs need to cultivate a high awareness of their driven nature, make decisions consciously from love rather than fear, and establish firm boundaries. This sets the foundation for managing a driven personality and achieving success with peace.
• 12:29
  The importance of long

  Entrepreneurs must shift from short-term thinking to thinking in terms of a 10-year time span. Understanding the cyclical nature of success and preparing mentally for fluctuations allows for better decision-making and sustainable progress toward long-term goals
• 14:59
  Taking time off for rest and opportunity

  Taking regular time off, totaling 130 days each year, allows individuals to detach from work, creating space for new opportunities to emerge. By disconnecting from work-related activities individuals can experience clarity of mind and openness to fresh perspectives.
• 18:33
  The importance of authenticity

  Authenticity is crucial and constantly changing to fit into different environments is draining. Instead, its crucial to understand yourself and show up as your authentic self 100% of the time as people can sense inauthenticity.
• 20:24
  The power of stillness

  Practice being still for 30 minutes daily to settle the mind, body, and nervous system. This can be achieved through meditation, journaling, prayer, contemplation, or a combination of these practices.
• 21:27
  Setting boundaries and knowing your 100%

  Set boundaries for the number of hours per week you can work while delivering optimal value. By paying attention to your energy levels, you can identify your ideal work schedule and protect yourself from burnout, maintaining balance in your personal and professional life.
• 23:12
  The power of saying “no” to opportunities

  Entrepreneurs are often tempted to accept too many opportunities, which can lead to low-quality work. Saying “no” to opportunities that don't align with the first five disciplines to avoid spreading oneself too thin is crucial and allows you to focus on doing your best work and maximize impact.
• 24:46
  Delegating tasks to focus on high

  By delegating tasks like email management and travel arrangements to an assistant, entrepreneurs free up their time and mental space to focus on high-impact opportunities. It can start with tasks like calendar management, and gradually expand to other areas of your life.
• 28:32
  Evaluating tasks for delegation decisions

  Divide your total compensation for the year by the number of hours you're working per week to determine your hourly rate. Comparing this rate to the cost of delegating tasks helps determine if you should outsource them to free up time for higher-value activities.
• 29:47
  Nightly planning for improved productivity

  Before bedtime, document the next day's plan to prime your subconscious mind and improve your focus and clarity for the following day. Spending just five or ten minutes on nightly planning can significantly enhance productivity and streamline daily routines.
• 31:19
  Centralizing information and monitoring vibrational energy

  Choose a single location, like a notebook, tablet, or app, to capture all your ideas, commitments, and tasks throughout the day. By monitoring vibrational energy levels, individuals can delegate effectively and optimize their involvement in activities for improved productivity and well-being.
• 33:41
  The importance of humility in entrepreneurship

  Driven entrepreneurs should be humble and view themselves as equals to everyone on the planet. Entrepreneurs should assess themselves and seek feedback from trusted individuals to determine whether they have been operating in arrogance or humility.