Tip to Stand Out #20: Take Extreme Ownership of Your Life

Hey Friends,

Most people blame their circumstances:

• "I don't have enough time."

• "My boss holds me back."

• "The economy is bad."

The ones who stand out? They take ownership of everything in their life.

If something isn’t working, they don’t complain. They fix it.
If they fail, they don’t make excuses. They learn and adjust.

Core Lesson:
Your results—good or bad—are your responsibility.

When you take extreme ownership, you:
✔ Stop waiting for others to fix things for you.
✔ Develop the mindset of someone who finds solutions instead of problems.
✔ Build the trust and respect of people around you.

Actionable Steps to Take Extreme Ownership:

1. Own Every Outcome—Good or Bad

   • If something goes wrong, don’t shift blame. Ask, "What could I have done differently?"

   • Even when things aren’t your fault, focus on what you can control.

2. Stop Complaining & Start Adjusting

   • Complaining gives away your power.

   • Instead of saying, "This isn’t fair," ask, "What’s my next best move?"

3. Be Solution-Oriented

   • The most successful people focus on solutions, not excuses.

   • If something isn’t working, try a new approach instead of dwelling on the problem.

Real-World Example:
Think of Jocko Willink, a former Navy SEAL and leadership expert.

His book Extreme Ownership teaches a powerful lesson: No matter what happens, take full responsibility.

When missions went wrong, he didn’t blame his team, circumstances, or bad luck—he asked, "What could I have done better?"

That mindset of total responsibility is what makes great leaders and high achievers.

Call to Action:
Take inventory of your life today:

• What’s one area where you’ve been making excuses?

• How can you take full ownership and start making a change?

Reply to this email and tell me: What’s one thing you’re owning today?

No one is coming to save you.

The faster you take extreme ownership, the faster you’ll get the life you want.