Ever heard of the hockey stick effect in performance? It’s when it seems like nothing is happening for a while, and then suddenly all the small changes, improvements, steps, and actions start to compound, leading to an overnight success.
That’s the real secret behind achieving greatness.
The challenge lies in not giving up during the journey that leads to those big wins. This week, three of my long-term clients mentioned how relentless one must be in the pursuit of success.
One of them recently appointed a new CE0, and things instantly gained momentum. They may not fully realize the potential they’ve unleashed yet, but positive change is already underway.
Another client is on the verge of hiring a CEO for their business. The only obstacle in the way is a decision, even if they haven’t fully grasped it yet.
And with the third client, a mere 5-minute conversation this week led to the creation and initiation of a plan. In the early days, that would have taken 8-10 weeks of coaching.
Why am I sharing this?
Because success doesn’t come in mere weeks or months. If you believe that, you’re deluding yourself.
True success stems from a commitment to long-term progress, no matter how small the steps may seem, and allowing them to stack over time.
Yes, there has been financial improvement and growth along the way. But what lies ahead is on a whole different level.
Think, plan, and act with a long-term perspective.
That’s where the real money resides.