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directional statement

Adam Smith | February 1, 2017 | Leave a Comment

You Need to Have A Directional Statement

Everyone needs a sense of direction. To see your dreams become a reality, you need to associate descriptive words to your definition of success. Here is my directional statement to give you an example of how I pursue success: 

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success focused planners

Adam Smith | April 15, 2016 | Leave a Comment

Success Typically Comes to Focused Planners

The most successful people I know are those who can see ahead, and then plan for what’s to come. Businessman, Paul J. Meyer said, “Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” Planning not only only makes us more productive, but it helps with innovation, preparation, and can help us with predictions for the future and sales forecasting. Yes, success typically comes to those who plan and are focused on the road ahead.

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So, if you’re not one who likes to plan, here are three reasons to become more mindful with planning your future:

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backup plan

Adam Smith | December 10, 2015 | Leave a Comment

Every Business Should Have A Backup Plan

Everyone should have a backup plan. As an entrepreneur, I have two businesses and I’m working on a third. Why? Because I have never been one to put all my eggs in one basket.

Last week, we talked about how tragedy will come at some point, so this tells us that we need to have a plan in place for when it happens. I’m not being pessimistic, but I am being realistic. If we know something is going to happen, shouldn’t we prepare for it?

This being said, here are the three things that every backup plan should consider:

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Hi, my name is Adam Smith and welcome to asmithblog.com. I am the author of the book, The Bravest You. Because of my work as an entrepreneur, consultant, writer, and speaker, I have been named a top industry influencer by American Genius. I live with my wife, Jasmine, and three children in Shenandoah, IA.

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