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Freelancers -- where do you find most of your work?
A follow up to Bruce's six points:
There are an infinite number of personal growth and success principles out there to read and study. One I read a long time ago from a young journalist who was given the only personal interview with Andrew Carnegie (early 20th century Steel Magnate considered the richest man in the world at the time).
In regard to achieving a goal there are three steps to success:
1. What is it that you want? - (define the goal, target, etc.)
2. When do you want it? - (define the exact time you intend on achieving it. Hold yourself accountable)
3. What are you willing to give up for it? - (There is always a sacrifice)
The first two are easy. "I want to travel the world." "I want a new car." "I want..." AND "I want it by next year." "I want it within two years." "I want it...."
The last one is the one that will test your perseverance in the wake of adversity and obstacles as well as your passion and commitment. You don't get anymore hours to a day so if you're going to define your goal that requires 20 hours a week, what current 20 hours are you willing to give up?
Of all the books I've read on the subject, this one sorta turned up the fire for me - Crush It!
And to echo Bruce, no question is a stupid question. Unless of course you're asking to take a nap when the lawn needs mowing!