A Quick Note on Motivation v Discipline

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“BUT I DON’T FEEL LIKE IT TODAY!!!” - Says everyone, always, when their motivation wanes.But, what if we told you that being MORE motivated is the LAST thing you need when it comes to marketing your business?There are so many moving elements when running a business, from balancing your books, business plans, hiring staff members, financial planning and paying bills. Yet we never use the phrases “I’m not in the mood”, “I don’t feel like showing up today” or “I will once I find the motivation” when it comes to these ‘critical’ business tasks.So, why is it that these ‘excuses’ are commonly used (me included) when it comes to one of the most CRITICAL elements for your business’ long term sustainability - namely, your marketing?In today’s podcast episode, I cover the difference between motivation and discipline and why I’ve stopped relying on motivation when it comes to all things marketing.Here's what we cover:✔️ What is the Difference Between Motivation and Discipline? ✔️ Why You Shouldn’t Rely on Motivation to Reach Your Business Goals. ✔️ How Do We Shift Marketing Back Into The Core Element Bucket?Full show notes for this episode can be found athttps://thecoursecartel.com/147---------Want more? Here’s how we can help you: Enjoy this content? Follow and subscribe for more: → Follow Stevie on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/steviedillon_/ → Subscribe on Substack — https://lifestylebusinessschool.substack.com

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