Daily Intent

People are the most important part of my profession.  They are the information source.  They are the driver.  They are referrer.  They purchase.  They connect.  They talk. 

Getting in front of them is imperative.  Enjoying their company.  Brainstorming the best ways for them, me, and us to go about our businesses.  Hearing tips.  Witnessing best practices.  Sharing upcoming events.  Trading clientele.  

This all constitutes business development.  Each interaction is important.  High energy levels and a positive mindset going into each joining of the minds are consequential.  However, we all understand the challenge in maintaining this level of energy and emotion. 

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Yesterday I walked out of my place in a hurry to get to work. I had slung my backpack filled with workout gear over my left shoulder. My left hand clutched my briefcase, and my right hand carried a bin of overflowing garbage.

No more than twenty yards from my front door, an empty water bottle rolled off the top of the bin I carried. A laundry sheet followed, then a shredded envelope. I set my briefcase on the ground, and I’m suddenly trying to maintain the balance of my backpack on my shoulder, while using my available left hand to catch the falling garbage. The briefcase on the ground topples over. A few more scraps fall.

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“As an adult we get set in our ways. There are very few new experiences to take on.”

Would you agree with this commentary? Has your life become somewhat disciplined and consistent? Are your days and weeks running together? Have you taken on any new challenges lately?

I have the pleasure of providing a platform for men and women of all ages to do just this. Completing a marathon. Raising thousands of dollars for blood cancers.

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