The Purposeful Planning Method, Chapter Eight

How to Plan Your Day, Beat Procrastination, and Regain Control of Your Time

Copyright © 2019 by Matthew C. East
All rights reserved.

CHAPTER EIGHT

Motivation to Begin

“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.”

— Amelia Earhart

I mentioned during the Introduction, "I believe you can achieve anything you want." I realize that's a substantial claim—however, there’s a reason I made it. As humans, when we believe we can achieve something and our actions map to that belief, we can create any result we choose. This is how the most successful people live. They design a plan for what they want and take relentless action toward their goal.

Like everyone, the most successful people face challenges and must overcome obstacles throughout their day. The difference between the successful and the unsuccessful is they don't let those challenges stop them from accomplishing their ambitions. They make adjustments and persist toward their goal. I can guarantee you'll face challenges too, but if you persist, you'll move closer to your goals each day.  

You likely read this book to learn how to plan your day but also to achieve new outcomes in life. And after reading it, don't shrink your ambitions. You now have a method for planning and achieving any result you desire. It's time to take action. Amelia Earhart said, "The most difficult thing is the decision to act. The rest is merely tenacity."

According to the Roman playwright Virgil, "Fortune sides with him who dares." Are you willing to dare by planning and executing at your highest level each day?

Leonardo da Vinci wrote, "I have been impressed with the urgency of doing. Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do." Having knowledge of The Purposeful Planning Method is not enough—to reap the benefits, you must adopt it into your daily routine. Taking action is required. After waking each morning, you must decide if you'll plan your day and execute at the highest level possible or if you will drift through it aimlessly. That's a decision you get to make, and it's the first step to achieving anything you want with your life. 

A Final Note from Matt

Thank you so much for reading this book. I hope you found it helpful and insightful. I can’t wait to hear about the success you create in your life using The Purposeful Planning Method! If you have a moment to leave an Amazon review, it would mean the world to me. Reviews make it easier for new readers to find this book. I will read all the reviews, so I look forward to seeing your feedback! Here’s to your success. Thanks again, and all my best! 

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