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Tip to Stand Out #12: Just Show Up, Consistently
The people who win aren’t the most talented. They’re the ones who keep showing up.
Hey Friends,
Most people fail—not because they lack talent, but because they don’t stay consistent.
They start something, hit a rough patch, and quit before they see results.
The people who stand out? They show up. Every. Single. Day.
Success isn’t built on motivation or luck—it’s built on consistent action.
Core Lesson:
You don’t need to be the best right now.
You just need to keep going when others stop.
Momentum is built by repeatedly showing up—even on the days you don’t feel like it.
Actionable Steps to Build the Habit of Showing Up:
Set a Minimum Standard
Make showing up so easy that you can’t skip it.
Example: “I will write one sentence per day.” (Instead of aiming for 1,000 words and quitting after a week.)
Remove the Option to Quit
Decide in advance that you’re in this for the long haul.
Burn the boats. No backup plans.
Celebrate Progress, Not Perfection
You won’t be great at first. That’s normal.
The goal is persistence, not immediate mastery.
Real-World Example:
Think of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.

He didn’t start as the highest-paid actor in Hollywood. He started by showing up—to the gym, to auditions, to opportunities no one else wanted.
He kept going, even when things were tough. Now? He’s a global icon.
The formula is simple: Show up. Get better. Stand out.
Call to Action:
Take one small action today toward your goal—no matter how tiny.
Reply to this email and tell me: What’s one thing you’ll commit to showing up for every day?
Most people quit when things get hard.
Be different. Show up—even when no one is watching.
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