11/11- 4:44 Dealmaker's Digest Newsletter

You ever wake up, stare at your bank account, and think, “What the hell is going on?” You’re hustling hard, working longer hours than you ever imagined... yet, your bank balance looks like it’s been on a permanent diet. 🛑💰

You’re not lazy. You’re not dumb. But there’s a good chance you’re chasing your tail. I’ve seen it happen to the best of us (even me back in the day). The problem? You’re focused on doing more without stepping back to see if you're even doing the right things.

Let me paint you a picture…

Imagine you’re driving as fast as you can, foot to the floor, engine screaming—but you’re stuck in first gear. No matter how hard you push, you’re not going to hit top speed. That’s where so many of us get it wrong in business. We think if we just “grind harder,” we’ll get ahead.

But here’s the truth: Hard work alone isn’t gonna cut it. 🚫

I just posted something that dives into this mindset shift you need to stop running in circles. It’s about getting out of that first gear and finally getting the traction you’ve been craving. Go check it out here before you burn yourself out. 🔥

4 Thoughts to Kickstart Your Day:

1. Stop Blaming the Market: If you’re always pointing fingers, you’re missing where the real problem is—your mindset.

2. Control What You Can: The economy’s gonna do what it’s gonna do. But you? You control how you show up.

3. Don’t Confuse Activity with Progress: Busy isn’t the same as productive. Focus on what moves the needle.

4. Own Your Results: Whether you win or lose, it’s on you. That’s the only way to grow.

4 Lessons Learned:

1. Life’s Not Fair, So What?: Stop complaining. Play the cards you’re dealt like a pro.

2. Speak Less, Listen More: The less you talk, the more you learn. Real wisdom comes from listening.

3. Your Limits Are Lies: Every time you think “I can’t,” it’s just a story you’re telling yourself. Rewrite it.

4. Pain Is Your Best Teacher: Struggling? Good. That’s where the growth happens. Lean into it.

4 Challenges to Conquer Today:

1. Challenge Your Own Stories: What’s one belief that’s holding you back? Flip it today.

2. Practice Daily Gratitude: Write down 3 things you’re genuinely grateful for. Make it a habit.

3. Take Action NOW: There’s something you’ve been putting off. Do it today. No excuses.

4. Silence Your Inner Critic: Catch yourself when that voice starts calling you a loser. Replace it with something empowering.

"The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be..”

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

The world’s waiting for you to show up. What are you going to do about it?

Until Tomorrow,

Mark Evans DM

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