10/25- 4:44 Dealmaker's Digest Newsletter

Let’s get real: How often are you grinding away at something, convinced it’ll pay off eventually, only to feel like you’re getting nowhere? Sometimes, the problem isn’t in how hard you’re working; it’s in what you’re working on.

In my latest post, I’m breaking down why knowing when to quit is just as important as knowing when to keep pushing. If you’re hustling in a business model that’s holding you back, this post is for you. Ready to take a step back, re-evaluate, and level up?

Check it out here.→

4 Thoughts to Kickstart Your Day:

1. It’s Not About Perseverance—It’s About Alignment: You can push forever, but if you’re in the wrong lane, you’ll never reach your destination. Sometimes, it’s smarter to change direction than to keep pushing.

2. Stop Doing What Just “Feels” Productive: Busywork gives the illusion of progress, but not all effort is equal. Focus on high-impact activities that actually drive growth.

3. Clarity Beats Hustle Every Time: Clear goals are like a GPS—they guide every step. Without them, no amount of effort will get you where you want to go.

4. Evaluate, Don’t Just Execute: High achievers regularly assess what’s working and what’s not. If your current model isn’t producing, it’s okay to change gears.

4 Lessons I Learned the Hard Way:

1. Sometimes Quitting IS the Path to Success: It’s tough to hear, but knowing when to pivot is key. I didn’t start seeing real growth until I ditched what wasn’t working and made room for something better.

2. Comfort Zone? More Like Trap Zone: If you’re too comfortable in what you’re doing, chances are it’s not pushing you to your potential. Growth doesn’t happen in the comfort zone.

3. The Right Business Model Changes Everything: Once I found a scalable model, things clicked. Don’t stay locked into something that doesn’t have room to grow with you.

4. Success Requires Bigger Thinking: Small thinking keeps you small. If you’re serious about leveling up, think bigger—whether it’s the projects you’re taking on or the people you’re connecting with.

4 Challenges to Conquer Today:

1. Audit Your Efforts: Spend 30 minutes listing what you’ve been focused on. What’s moving the needle, and what’s just keeping you busy?

2. Consider the “Quit” Factor: What if you did quit what’s not working? Write down the pros and cons—sometimes the answer is more obvious than you think.

3. Get Feedback from Your Circle: Ask a trusted colleague or mentor to look at your work. Sometimes, an outsider’s perspective can reveal what you’re too close to see.

4. Take One Bold Step Toward Something New: Pick one area where you could pivot or try something different. Don’t just think about it—take action this week.

Quote of the Day

"The secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.”

- Socrates

Keep pushing forward—but don’t be afraid to let go of what’s holding you back. It’s not about giving up; it’s about leveling up.

Until Tomorrow,

Mark Evans DM

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