12/12- Wakie Wakie 4:44

I’m sitting here doing some writing when I get the urge to…stir sh*t up in one of my companies.

You ever feel that itch? Everything’s running smoothly—deals closing, leads flowing—but you want to jump in, cause chaos, and then fix it just to feel useful?

Here’s the thing: that urge? It’s a trap.

Want to know how to avoid it and keep your business thriving? Read the blog here.

4 Thoughts to Kickstart Your Day:

1. Stop Creating Problems to Feel Useful: Just because you’re not “in the trenches” doesn’t mean you’re not valuable.

2. Know Your Role as an OWNER: Your job isn’t to micromanage—it’s to lead, strategize, and steer the ship.

3. Smooth Sailing is a Good Thing: Resist the urge to rock the boat when the waters are calm.

4. Focus on Gratitude: Use your time to strengthen relationships with your team, clients, and customers instead of poking at systems that work.

4 Lessons Learned:

1. Smooth Doesn’t Mean Boring: A well-oiled business isn’t a sign you need to intervene—it’s proof you’re doing it right.

2. Step In Only When Needed: Jumping in when it’s not necessary often creates more problems than it solves.

3. Work Smarter, Not Harder: Let go of the “dirty hands” mentality and focus on where your efforts matter most.

4. Invest in Relationships: Gratitude and connection during smooth sailing will pay off when the waters get rough.

4 Challenges to Conquer Today:

1. Resist the Chaos Urge: When you feel like meddling, ask yourself, “Is this really needed, or am I just restless?”

2. Reach Out with Gratitude: Call, email, or text a client, customer, or team member to say thank you.

3. Document Your Wins: Remind yourself that smooth operations are a sign of growth, not stagnation.

4. Plan Your Next Big Move: Use your downtime to focus on future strategy, not unnecessary tinkering.

“Don’t confuse activity with achievement.”

- John Wooden

As business owners, we have that blue-collar work ethic that makes us want to dive in and get our hands dirty—even if it means creating problems just so we can solve them. But real growth happens when you step back and let the systems you’ve built do the work.

So, the next time you feel the urge to stir things up, channel that energy into something productive: gratitude, connection, or strategy. Hit reply and let me know—do you ever feel this urge too?

Until Tomorrow,

Mark Evans DM

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