11/13- 4:44 Dealmaker's Digest Newsletter

Ever feel like you’re just paddling your way through choppy waters, thinking the harder you go, the faster you’ll get ahead? Here’s a reality check: sometimes, paddling harder doesn’t get you anywhere—it just wears you out. 💥

Picture this: you’re caught in a strong current. You’re thrashing, sweating, paddling like a madman, but guess what? You’re not moving forward—you’re just burning yourself out. Sound familiar? The truth is, sometimes the answer isn’t to push harder, it’s to take a step back, let the chaos settle, and get some clarity. 🧘‍♂️

Most people confuse action with progress. They’re busy, busy, busy, but they’re not actually getting anywhere. There’s a huge difference between being frantic and being focused. And here’s the kicker—when you’re in panic mode, you can’t see the path that’s right in front of you.

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4 Thoughts to Kickstart Your Day:

1. Pause, Don’t Panic: When the waters get rough, take a moment to breathe. Sometimes the best move is to wait for the storm to pass before you make your next play.

2. Focused Action Wins: It’s not about doing more; it’s about doing it right. Aimless effort just drains you. Laser-focused action? That’s where the gold is.

3. Clarity Over Chaos: If your mind’s cluttered, so are your results. Clear your head, then make moves that actually matter.

4. Work Smart, Not Just Hard: Hustle is great, but smart hustle is better. It’s not about the hours you put in, but the results you get out.

4 Lessons Learned:

1. Let the Dust Settle: In business (and life), sometimes it’s better to let things breathe. Rushing decisions in chaos leads to costly mistakes.

2. Burnout Is Real: All that thrashing in the current? It’s gonna leave you exhausted with nothing to show for it. Protect your energy.

3. Intention Over Intensity: A well-planned move beats 10 frantic ones. Take a beat, gather your thoughts, and then strike with precision.

4. Don’t Let Fear Drive You: When you’re in survival mode, you’re reacting, not creating. Shift from fear to focus and watch your productivity explode.

4 Challenges to Conquer Today:

1. Take 5 Minutes to Breathe: Seriously, set a timer. Shut off your phone, close your eyes, and breathe. Clarity comes in the quiet moments.

2. Identify Your #1 Priority: If you had to pick just ONE thing to move the needle today, what would it be? Do that. Ignore the rest.

3. Stop Multitasking: Multitasking is a lie. It’s making you slower and less effective. Focus on one task at a time, crush it, and move on.

4. Schedule “Think Time”: Block out 15 minutes today to just think. No distractions. Use this time to figure out where you’re heading, not just what’s in front of you.

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"Never mistake motion for action.”

- Ernest Hemingway

Take control of your day. Focus on what matters. And let’s keep crushing it.

Until Tomorrow,

Mark Evans DM

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