Bored to distraction
Being bored is no bueno, but being boring is one of the keys to success. In fact, boring routines create successful businesses. For example, before I started my first business, I lived what I now call, a life of distraction. I had a good job and a good life, but I was bored out of my mind. As a result, I was always looking for something new to try, I dabbled in everything and was always looking for the next adventure.
I travelled and went on lots of adventures like skydiving, ice climbing, rock climbing, caving, canyoneering, bungee jumping, zip-lining, white water rafting. I flew a stunt bi-plane. The instructor let me take the controls and do a hammerhead stall, barrel roll, figure 8. I flew in an ultralight, went off roading in baja, got SCUBA certified. In Mexico, I built houses, I did the Ironman Triathlon in Brazil, went hang gliding, snowboarding, played multiple sports, did adventure races, etc. I had fun but it was all a distraction from the fact that I didn’t feel invested in what I was doing with my life.
Boring on purpose
I was missing a sense of purpose, however, by starting a business, I was able to develop a sense of purpose. I shifted from being bored to being boring. Instead of going on random adventures, I focused on doing one thing. One thing that was meaningful to me and allowed me to help others. I decided that ‘my job’ as a business owner was to learn everything I could about living my best life and share what I learned with others. I began to actively invest in myself with books, seminars, classes, coaches, anything to help me learn more about how to be a better person, live a better life and share that knowledge with others.
Predictable routines lead to predictable results
Success in any area comes down to developing a consistent routine, being boring and predictable. Boring routines create successful businesses. The little things you do consistently have a big impact on the results you get over time. The good news is that when your routine is predictable, your results become predictable. You can see the results you get over time and adjust your actions to improve your results. If you are looking to have an awesome life, get healthier, have better relationships and learn about starting your own business, you should check out Jeff Lerner’s training. He has figured out how to convey what really matters in a way that is easy to understand and inspiring. You can check it out below.
