The Key to Making Progress

Over the years, I have immersed myself in the teachings of numerous renowned figures in personal development and sales, including:

• Jim Rohn
• Tony Robbins
• Les Brown
• Brian Tracy

To say their influence has been significant would be an understatement. Among many valuable lessons, one particular piece of advice struck a chord with me due to its sheer simplicity. I applied it immediately, and the outcomes were remarkable:

“Dedicate two hours each day to act like a professional. You can enjoy the remaining 22 hours however you wish—whether sleeping, watching TV, or spending time with family. But to excel in your chosen field, you must commit to professionalism for those two hours.”

It sounds simple, doesn’t it? Yet, the truth is, it’s often easier to forgo that commitment. Most people find it more tempting to sleep in, socialize, or binge-watch shows than to devote two hours to their ambitious goals. However, those two hours can significantly enhance your long-term quality of life.

You might be thinking, “I don’t have two hours each day!” But I believe you do. It’s about prioritizing your aspirations and making some sacrifices, like cutting back on sleep or social activities.

Let’s begin by aiming for just one hour a day. One hour dedicated to professional endeavors can serve as a starting point for “building the muscle” of goal achievement.

The exciting part? Once you begin to see tangible progress, your motivation will naturally increase. It’s a fundamental aspect of human nature.

Want proof? Let me share my personal experience with this powerful concept of goal achievement.

Goal Achievement: A Personal Journey

In late 2018, I received an unexpected call from a long-time friend. We had played in a rock band during high school, and he was contemplating reuniting the group. Although I hadn’t sung in decades, I was intrigued.

To prepare, I committed to practicing for one hour daily. Here’s how it unfolded:

As the holidays approached, I asked for a vocal training course as a gift. During my daily commute, I listened to the training CDs and practiced my exercises. I noticed improvements in my vocal stamina and range almost immediately.

Then came a surprising twist. At a summer gathering in 2019, a band was playing, and I struck up a conversation with their bassist. He invited me to sing a song, which I gladly did—and little did I know they were looking for a new lead singer.

Two months later, I was invited to join the band, and for the past four years, we’ve performed 20-30 shows annually. It has been an incredible experience, all because I committed to being a professional for just one hour each day.

Another Example of Goal Achievement

Here’s another illustration of the power of a consistent plan. In my early 20s, I found myself 40 pounds overweight, a troubling situation for someone who had always been active. Determined to change, I devised a strategy to lose the weight and maintain that loss.

Over several months, I successfully shed the pounds, and I've kept them off for over 30 years. My approach was straightforward: no gimmicky supplements or fad diets—just a sensible eating plan executed daily.

You can read more about that journey here:

How I Lost 40 Pounds — and Kept it Off for 30 Years

Final Thoughts

So, what about you? Do you have a goal that is critically important to you? One that you ponder frequently or that interrupts your sleep?

You can start your journey toward achieving that goal today. As mentioned earlier, all it requires is one hour each day of concentrated effort.

Can you spare just one hour daily, especially if it could transform your life? Absolutely.

This first video, "The Precise Blueprint To Your Best Year Ever" by John Assaraf, delves into effective strategies for maximizing your potential and achieving your goals.

The second video, "Daily Goal Setting Eliminates Setting Goals," discusses the importance of daily habits in sustaining your focus on long-term aspirations.