"They're listening to 50 different people on 19 different podcasts, 15 different email lists, they're 2 pages in on 19 books, they got another 6 coming from Amazon, they're in 6 courses, they've got 4 businesses and thinking about starting 9 more" Did anyone else honestly laugh out loud at this part? 😂😂😂 this video was absolutely spot on, Sam! Very well done, and thanks for sharing!
1. Define Objective 2. Take the best possible actions to achieve an objective (Don't become the jack of all trade - become the master of one thing - ELIMINATE ALL DISTRACTION) 3. It is all about implementation!!! -Thank you. Mr. Ovens. Your work is truly changing my life. Hope to see you soon in person -
Step 1: Define the objective Step 2: Define the problem * What’s in the way of success? * Spend most of your time clearly defining the problem * (Einstein said if given an hour to solve a problem, he’d spend 55 mins. defining the problem and 5 solving it) Step 3: Model people who’ve already achieved what you want Step 4: Eliminate all distractions and execute * To achieve focus, you must eliminate distractions
*My Summary:* 1.) Define what you want 2.) Choose the best possible action 3.) Declutter your mind and life so you can FOCUS (get rid of smart phones, social media, and alcohol) All business is soliving problems for other people. Find a niche audience. Speak to them to learn what they want and need. This gives you clarity on how to provide for these people. "If I had one hour to solve a problem, I'd spend 55 minutes defining it and 5 minutes solving." - Albert Einstein
Well done Sam & thank you. Much of what you've said in this video reminds of the following: “All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” ― Blaise Pascal, Pensées
My take on this great information. Thanks Sam, simple but profound. Helped pull me out of chaos Step 0: Good prerequisite, find out what you want • what do you value? Why? • what leads you to fulfillment? Why? • what is your mission? Why? Step 1. Define the problem • what are you trying to do? • what's stopping you from doing it? • why are you trying to do it? Step 2. Evaluate the validity of the problem • what do you value that will be satisfied by doing the thing you're trying to do? • what are the reasons for doing this thing? • what will solving this problem do for you? • how will solving this problem further your mission and actualization? Step 3. Solve the problem • what is the best possible action to take to solve that problem? • who has solved that problem and may have the answers? • how can you make this solution feasible in your circumstances/environment? Tips: • set the standards low to begin with to get started, then raise them as you build confidence. Don't expect much from yourself in the beginning when solving a hard problem, your solution or execution of it may be misguided. Expecting success and getting failure is personally one of my downfalls and can lead to poor self esteem. As you try things, evaluate the actions/solutions with the highest return on time/energy input, and do more of those things until the problem is solved. • do what you can to be in flow states while doing the work. Challenge yourself but don't overwhelm yourself. Steer yourself to be completely free from inner conflict in the perceived validity of carrying out the solution and simply make peace with doing the work. • setup your environment to make the solution the default state, rather than the actions which don't solve/make the problem worse.
The opportunity of building a consulting business has been made very easy to enter, the barriers of entry are not the problem any longer. Once upon a time, it was very expensive and complicated to begin trading as a consultant, but now just about anyone with an internet connection can publish a 'shingle' and open their doors. But this is not the crucial part, it is the mechanics of delivering your solutions, defining your actual sphere of action-and then communicating these solutions to the right people!
Hey Sam, Neil Hansen here on Vancouver Island. Welcome to the west coast Brother Man! I only got you a first payment on 2.0 when my Dad's health started to dive off and needed my attention, then he actually died and we had his funeral about a week ago. He had an awesome life, was able to see everyone before passing, did so in 24 hrs comfortably and had an exceptional service. The stress has caught up to me and my back is now out so work is suffering(construction) but I'm going to muster up rest off course and get'r done. Your a cool man... keep up the good work and don't let the people failing disappoint.
I find these videos valuable! Keep making them Sam. I really like your approach to these - Keep things simple! Everyone explains business like advanced calculus when in-fact customers view the business like basic arthimetic.
Thank you again Sam. Really I was confused and feeling really anxious but defining my vision mission and principles made my sacrifices more effective, as you said in other video it's not about sacrificing the queen is about winning the game. Keep up with the fantastic work.
Holy cow Sam. You just defined me in a nutshell!! I have bought so many programs (including CA) and just am lost to figure out what I want to do long term.
Seriously this video has helped me tremendously. From time to time I usually rewatch certain videos of youve made and this one might be the best one. I've made a note on my computer with the key points of this video and anytime I don't know where to start or I feel confused I look at it. I struggled thinking by just doing anything that I was making progress but spending the time to map and ask the important questions so then I can execute has been a game changer. Much Mahalos Sam! Definitely want to buy your course one day soon.
These videos are so good. Sam you make some of my favorite business / lifestyle / motivational videos on UA-cam. Refreshingly free of bullshit, just nice and simple and backed-up by results
All your videos are amazing Sam. it is really so true what you are saying. highly appreciate sharing with us your knowledge and experience. All the best
Perfect Sam; All you videos are awesome, please dont stop making such videos, I highly appreciate it and it is very useful and full of simple secrets, thank you man
Just beginning on my journey of entrepreneurship. This video was a real eye opener and kick up the backside. I really need to work on my habits and mindset before I focus on tactics and strategies. Thanks a lot!
2021 Still so usefull !! thanks so much Sam !! I got two big take aways. 1 Defining the problem is the path to business success 2. Eliminating distractions is the way to take my business to success . And I feel like I know it but i keep complicating myself. Not any more.
Just like what Gary Keller says: “Multitasking is a lie”
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He is telling the truth. Multitasking is the art of spreading yourself thin and being average or less than average in skill. See also secretary's pay per hour.
I do agree skill matters. To many entrepreneurs trying to make money and giving advice on things they personally never accomplished or are actually good at.
Hah! I was at the pinnacle of confusion today and saw this video. I’m going to get off social media now put my phone on airplane mode and define my problem and put together the action. Thanks for the timely advice Sam!
"I have my phone in airplane mode most of the time and in my drawer." LOVE it. I did the exact same thing for awhile. But now I've mastered the art of just keeping my phone next to me and just checking it for a few seconds every hour.
I don’t know exactly how I found you but I feel like I just found the pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. Lol. This one video is right where I’m at right now. I am all over the place and literally clearing out the baggage now. I get it and I’m eliminating one problem after the next. I have been blind to noise! So many people, responsibilities, nonsense time and money takers... junk! this is Perfect! Thank you so much!! 😊
Yeah I really like your productivity thoughts and systems Sam, they are really helpful. One thing that helps a lot for motivation is having a deeper and more meaningful "why." Many people have a surface level "why" so they have more of a surface level attraction to their end destination. Fill in your heart with that meaningful destination/goal, build certainty around it through repeatedly seeing it, visualizing it, and feeling it, and you will turn up that magnetism 10x until it inevitably becomes true. There are actually ways to architect and predictably find a stronger "why" in someone's life, but most people just don't know how to do it. And those who did just "stumbled" across it through luck.
‘Spend 55 minutes defining the problem and 5 minutes solving it.’ That’s a very interesting way of thinking of problem solving and it makes total sense. Thanks for sharing this Sam!
Hi Sam Ovens, Great analysis and overview of most people's productivity issues. Your talk allowed me to see a simple illustrated animated story line of a person's developing life. Simple creatures we are. Maybe when we have unresolved issues of mind and heart, it could be like fibrilation. Your story seems to encourage a form of defibrillation to return the body to proper functioning, get rid of "baggage and distractions" and identify a purpose, create clarity. Brilliant.
When I first saw your UA-cam ads I was like, "Okay, who is this guy posing in front of a cool looking bike? Who's he think he is and what's he tryna sell me.." subd today.
Another way of looking at it or another method +/ technique. Solve your own problem, sell & scale. Validation is important &/ being able to influence your niche.
Thanks, Is simple, find the problem that dont allow get the goal AND solve It, dont ask people for help, you just need define the problem AND work on it
There is always competition. When you have competition it becomes clear that competence hierarchies are a real thing despite just wishing it into existence you actually have to be better or at least be better at perception. You can rebrand anything. First set the illusion. Next make the illusion the new perception of your customers life. Good vid though good points solid basic advice.
Hey! I never thought about the zone in that way. Also asking for someones opinion hit hard home XD Because I do that but it never was aware of the reason. So I guess having goals is a way to get into the zone. Thanks!!
The very first thing in the morning before work I just sit down for a few minutes and write my priority list. What is it, what I have to do before everything else to conquer the day? After doing this, my days became so much easier and stress free. The focus comes by itself. I’ve realized how many of my colleagues are under constant pressure and stress. Week after week I see people get sick leave. I think the correlation is quite obvious. If you do everything at once and all is important, you’ll never achieve any positive results, whether in life, nor job, nor anywhere else. Especially because we have limited hours a day, we have no time to do everything. Sorting out unimportant things is truly a game changer.
Great video. It is so important to get back to basics. As an obsessive creative I often experience the zone. Great feeling. The only down-side, time flies so fast that you see your life whizzing past in a flash. Btw., I've come across a mnemonic that makes it easier to remember and pronounce the name of the "Flow" author with reasonable accuracy: Mihali Six-cent-mihali. It may have come from the author himself.
In the zone is the same as middling it. Often if you speed up you'll slow down unless you know what you're doing. The old builders saying 'Measure twice cut once'.
Sam!! This stuff is insanely incredible! So much value in one video. Thank you so much my good sir! I have a question: I'm a freelance direct response copywriter and I need to get one client to pay me $2K or more. But I'm having trouble getting the client. Any suggestions?
Awww...but your gorgeous Kiwi accent IS adorable!! Thanks, for the info, Champ! I'm still on the fence about signing up BTW...trying to believe that this isn't just going to be yet another online thing that promises the world, takes my money and produces not a whole lot. So, researching....
Sam! Great post and I agree with a lot of the things you talked about. In this crazy world of digital, where most of your business can be driven through mobile/laptop tech.. How would you recommend getting rid of the technology but still using it to drive revenue for your business?
"They're listening to 50 different people on 19 different podcasts, 15 different email lists, they're 2 pages in on 19 books, they got another 6 coming from Amazon, they're in 6 courses, they've got 4 businesses and thinking about starting 9 more"
Did anyone else honestly laugh out loud at this part? 😂😂😂
this video was absolutely spot on, Sam! Very well done, and thanks for sharing!
this is awesome! so true
Yeah I did too. Need a slap in the face.
Stefan James has a brutal video on this called “The Master vs. The Dabbler”
lmaoooo
When he said, "People need a slap..." I bust out laughing. lmao He's right though.
1. Define Objective
2. Take the best possible actions to achieve an objective (Don't become the jack of all trade - become the master of one thing - ELIMINATE ALL DISTRACTION)
3. It is all about implementation!!!
-Thank you. Mr. Ovens. Your work is truly changing my life. Hope to see you soon in person -
Sean Jung I would like to add to 2. Model and copy the actions of other people who’ve achieved what you want to achieve
Step 1: Define the objective
Step 2: Define the problem
* What’s in the way of success?
* Spend most of your time clearly defining the problem
* (Einstein said if given an hour to solve a problem, he’d spend 55 mins. defining the problem and 5 solving it)
Step 3: Model people who’ve already achieved what you want
Step 4: Eliminate all distractions and execute
* To achieve focus, you must eliminate distractions
*My Summary:*
1.) Define what you want
2.) Choose the best possible action
3.) Declutter your mind and life so you can FOCUS
(get rid of smart phones, social media, and alcohol)
All business is soliving problems for other people. Find a niche audience. Speak to them to learn what they want and need. This gives you clarity on how to provide for these people.
"If I had one hour to solve a problem, I'd spend 55 minutes defining it and 5 minutes solving." - Albert Einstein
"Most of problem solving is problem defining" I fell like each video Sam makes can be turned into a book. Gold!
Well done Sam & thank you. Much of what you've said in this video reminds of the following:
“All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.”
― Blaise Pascal, Pensées
My take on this great information. Thanks Sam, simple but profound. Helped pull me out of chaos
Step 0: Good prerequisite, find out what you want
• what do you value? Why?
• what leads you to fulfillment? Why?
• what is your mission? Why?
Step 1. Define the problem
• what are you trying to do?
• what's stopping you from doing it?
• why are you trying to do it?
Step 2. Evaluate the validity of the problem
• what do you value that will be satisfied by doing the thing you're trying to do?
• what are the reasons for doing this thing?
• what will solving this problem do for you?
• how will solving this problem further your mission and actualization?
Step 3. Solve the problem
• what is the best possible action to take to solve that problem?
• who has solved that problem and may have the answers?
• how can you make this solution feasible in your circumstances/environment?
Tips:
• set the standards low to begin with to get started, then raise them as you build confidence. Don't expect much from yourself in the beginning when solving a hard problem, your solution or execution of it may be misguided. Expecting success and getting failure is personally one of my downfalls and can lead to poor self esteem. As you try things, evaluate the actions/solutions with the highest return on time/energy input, and do more of those things until the problem is solved.
• do what you can to be in flow states while doing the work. Challenge yourself but don't overwhelm yourself. Steer yourself to be completely free from inner conflict in the perceived validity of carrying out the solution and simply make peace with doing the work.
• setup your environment to make the solution the default state, rather than the actions which don't solve/make the problem worse.
Thanks, spot on
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi an easy way to remember his name is "chick sent me high" at least that's what my old psychology teacher used to say!
Kick ass video. You've described what it takes to make it and took all the fluff out. You're rich for a reason.
The opportunity of building a consulting business has been made very easy to enter, the barriers of entry are not the problem any longer. Once upon a time, it was very expensive and complicated to begin trading as a consultant, but now just about anyone with an internet connection can publish a 'shingle' and open their doors. But this is not the crucial part, it is the mechanics of delivering your solutions, defining your actual sphere of action-and then communicating these solutions to the right people!
Your content and course continue to positively transform and enable the upward scaling of my business. Appreciate you Sam.
Hey Sam, Neil Hansen here on Vancouver Island. Welcome to the west coast Brother Man! I only got you a first payment on 2.0 when my Dad's health started to dive off and needed my attention, then he actually died and we had his funeral about a week ago. He had an awesome life, was able to see everyone before passing, did so in 24 hrs comfortably and had an exceptional service. The stress has caught up to me and my back is now out so work is suffering(construction) but I'm going to muster up rest off course and get'r done. Your a cool man... keep up the good work and don't let the people failing disappoint.
This should automatically pop up as soon as someone clicks on their 10th "How To" video of the day.
I find these videos valuable! Keep making them Sam. I really like your approach to these - Keep things simple! Everyone explains business like advanced calculus when in-fact customers view the business like basic arthimetic.
Thank you again Sam. Really I was confused and feeling really anxious but defining my vision mission and principles made my sacrifices more effective, as you said in other video it's not about sacrificing the queen is about winning the game.
Keep up with the fantastic work.
Holy cow Sam. You just defined me in a nutshell!! I have bought so many programs (including CA) and just am lost to figure out what I want to do long term.
Seriously this video has helped me tremendously. From time to time I usually rewatch certain videos of youve made and this one might be the best one. I've made a note on my computer with the key points of this video and anytime I don't know where to start or I feel confused I look at it. I struggled thinking by just doing anything that I was making progress but spending the time to map and ask the important questions so then I can execute has been a game changer. Much Mahalos Sam! Definitely want to buy your course one day soon.
WOOOW... This Oven really Cooks.
Just Amazing.... Subscribed
These videos are so good. Sam you make some of my favorite business / lifestyle / motivational videos on UA-cam. Refreshingly free of bullshit, just nice and simple and backed-up by results
YOUR PERSPECTIVE AND WAYS OF SIMPLIFYING LIFE ISSUES IS SO AMAZING AND ACCURATE. THANK YOU.
All your videos are amazing Sam. it is really so true what you are saying. highly appreciate sharing with us your knowledge and experience. All the best
This was incredible sam - exactly what I needed to hear
Thanks a lot Sam. This teaching today has really helped me to identify a skill i need to master = the art of defining the question/problem.
Perfect Sam; All you videos are awesome, please dont stop making such videos, I highly appreciate it and it is very useful and full of simple secrets, thank you man
Love it. Have this video on “listen again” playlist on UA-cam.
Just beginning on my journey of entrepreneurship. This video was a real eye opener and kick up the backside. I really need to work on my habits and mindset before I focus on tactics and strategies.
Thanks a lot!
2021 Still so usefull !! thanks so much Sam !! I got two big take aways. 1 Defining the problem is the path to business success 2. Eliminating distractions is the way to take my business to success . And I feel like I know it but i keep complicating myself. Not any more.
Brilliant! This video replaces most self help and business books
Just like what Gary Keller says: “Multitasking is a lie”
He is telling the truth. Multitasking is the art of spreading yourself thin and being average or less than average in skill. See also secretary's pay per hour.
It's just a greedy
Thank you Sam, this video really helps a lot. I enjoy how you explain the things to us!
Thanks Sam. As always straight to the point and very simple but powerful advice
I do agree skill matters. To many entrepreneurs trying to make money and giving advice on things they personally never accomplished or are actually good at.
Hah! I was at the pinnacle of confusion today and saw this video. I’m going to get off social media now put my phone on airplane mode and define my problem and put together the action. Thanks for the timely advice Sam!
No problem dude! Go get it done!
I believe focusing on the ends will uncover the means to get there - cheers for the video.
"I have my phone in airplane mode most of the time and in my drawer."
LOVE it. I did the exact same thing for awhile. But now I've mastered the art of just keeping my phone next to me and just checking it for a few seconds every hour.
I don’t know exactly how I found you but I feel like I just found the pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. Lol. This one video is right where I’m at right now. I am all over the place and literally clearing out the baggage now. I get it and I’m eliminating one problem after the next. I have been blind to noise! So many people, responsibilities, nonsense time and money takers... junk! this is Perfect! Thank you so much!! 😊
That hit the spot! Another on point video. Thank you Sam
Yeah I really like your productivity thoughts and systems Sam, they are really helpful.
One thing that helps a lot for motivation is having a deeper and more meaningful "why."
Many people have a surface level "why" so they have more of a surface level attraction to their end destination. Fill in your heart with that meaningful destination/goal, build certainty around it through repeatedly seeing it, visualizing it, and feeling it, and you will turn up that magnetism 10x until it inevitably becomes true.
There are actually ways to architect and predictably find a stronger "why" in someone's life, but most people just don't know how to do it. And those who did just "stumbled" across it through luck.
‘Spend 55 minutes defining the problem and 5 minutes solving it.’ That’s a very interesting way of thinking of problem solving and it makes total sense. Thanks for sharing this Sam!
This was extremely helpful to me! You are a GENIUS Sam!!
Soooo well said. Thank you Sam!
I love you man. You are a true inspiration.
Ah, thanks for making it more clear Sam. I appreciate this. :)
You are an enlightenment to humanity! Hope people understand what you say.
I read flow and it blew my mind. I wish I found this book 8 years ago when I was struggling with fulfillment.
Everything so true! I admaier people like you. Apprciate for making these videos.
Sam, this message came at the PERFECT time. Thank you!!
Happy to help Tony!
Thank you Sam!
Thanks Sam.
You are gem in my life now, thank you!
I really need this rn thankyou very much big bro sam
Hi Sam Ovens,
Great analysis and overview of most people's productivity issues.
Your talk allowed me to see a simple illustrated animated story line of a person's developing life.
Simple creatures we are.
Maybe when we have unresolved issues of mind and heart, it could be like fibrilation.
Your story seems to encourage a form of defibrillation to return the body to proper functioning, get rid of "baggage and distractions" and identify a purpose, create clarity.
Brilliant.
Thank you 🙏🏽
Wow, Thank you Sam.
Focus on the concern and create some solutions. 💯
Focus! Thanks Sam, great talk.
When I first saw your UA-cam ads I was like, "Okay, who is this guy posing in front of a cool looking bike? Who's he think he is and what's he tryna sell me.." subd today.
Thank you for this messaging, Sam.
Thank you Sam
Thank you bro. You just help me fix one of my problem
Excellent. No other words..
This is absolutely great, exactly what I needed to hear
Thankss for your advices!
Such a great video. Great content, thank you. Subscribed!
Really enjoyed this - Thanks Sam!
Thank you!
simple and powerful, thanks Sam
Exceptional explanation about focus & distraction relationship!
Another way of looking at it or another method +/ technique. Solve your own problem, sell & scale. Validation is important &/ being able to influence your niche.
"People need a slap." LMAO
Man, I need to get me an Australian accent. Then I'll be successful. *SLAP*
Sounds exactly like Murray Hewitt from Flight of the Concords.
He's right
😂😂😂
Thanks Sam. Very well articulated
Thanks, Is simple, find the problem that dont allow get the goal AND solve It, dont ask people for help, you just need define the problem AND work on it
I sure enjoyed this thank you so much sam
Right starting again from
Now !!
amazing content again and again.. if i knew this before....
Great reminders. Thanks man. Some more Ninja shhhh from a digital ninja🤙
This is so much relatable
PLEASE DO MORE LIKE THIS.
Best video of the week!!!
There is always competition. When you have competition it becomes clear that competence hierarchies are a real thing despite just wishing it into existence you actually have to be better or at least be better at perception. You can rebrand anything. First set the illusion. Next make the illusion the new perception of your customers life. Good vid though good points solid basic advice.
Thank you ~
Hey! I never thought about the zone in that way. Also asking for someones opinion hit hard home XD Because I do that but it never was aware of the reason. So I guess having goals is a way to get into the zone. Thanks!!
The very first thing in the morning before work I just sit down for a few minutes and write my priority list. What is it, what I have to do before everything else to conquer the day? After doing this, my days became so much easier and stress free. The focus comes by itself. I’ve realized how many of my colleagues are under constant pressure and stress. Week after week I see people get sick leave. I think the correlation is quite obvious. If you do everything at once and all is important, you’ll never achieve any positive results, whether in life, nor job, nor anywhere else. Especially because we have limited hours a day, we have no time to do everything. Sorting out unimportant things is truly a game changer.
Nice, good to see useful content on UA-cam. One thing you missed is people are lazy and distracted.
great video, thank u! i needed it!
I love this Video ❤ is helping me a lot.
Great video. It is so important to get back to basics.
As an obsessive creative I often experience the zone. Great feeling. The only down-side, time flies so fast that you see your life whizzing past in a flash. Btw., I've come across a mnemonic that makes it easier to remember and pronounce the name of the "Flow" author with reasonable accuracy: Mihali Six-cent-mihali. It may have come from the author himself.
6:09 thats a major key right there 🧠
Sam Ovens always droppin’ bombs! Another great vid... Thank you, Sam!
In the zone is the same as middling it. Often if you speed up you'll slow down unless you know what you're doing. The old builders saying 'Measure twice cut once'.
So dope! Thanks, Sam.
Thanks
Great video on focus.
Great video very clear thank you.
Sam!! This stuff is insanely incredible! So much value in one video. Thank you so much my good sir!
I have a question: I'm a freelance direct response copywriter and I need to get one client to pay me $2K or more. But I'm having trouble getting the client.
Any suggestions?
Love this
Awesome Video, thank you
Awww...but your gorgeous Kiwi accent IS adorable!! Thanks, for the info, Champ! I'm still on the fence about signing up BTW...trying to believe that this isn't just going to be yet another online thing that promises the world, takes my money and produces not a whole lot. So, researching....
gold!
Really enjoyed and motivating me to get things done more simply :) thanks Sam Ovens
Sam! Great post and I agree with a lot of the things you talked about. In this crazy world of digital, where most of your business can be driven through mobile/laptop tech.. How would you recommend getting rid of the technology but still using it to drive revenue for your business?