3 Words that helped Tiger play in the Masters that you can apply to your business!
Did you have a chance to watch The Masters Golf Tourney? I had my eye on the Tiger, Tiger Woods. I learned many life and business lessons from watching his journey to what it took to make it to the first tee.
First, let me recap how many people qualify for the Masters? Ninety-one players tee off on a Thursday, and by the end of Friday, the top 50 players play the weekend. Most of us may compete against two to four different vendors. Can you imagine competing against 91 other companies each week to earn a client’s business?
Tiger made it to the weekend and fell short of winning another Green Jacket. But he won on many levels- especially Respect and appreciation. I give him so much Respect for his preparation, planning, and Purpose to compete.
I am sure it took those three words and a few others to allow Tiger to step on the first tee box on Thursday. What a gutsy performance for Tiger, who injured his right leg in a car accident. Many thought he may not walk again yet nearly a year late playing the Masters.
We saw moments of the old Tiger as we rooted for him and witnessed that Tiger is human and faced some setbacks he fought through. You can never count him out, especially when he sets his mind on something.
We may not be Tiger Woods! But we have the same opportunities every day to apply the principles of Preparation, Planning, and Purpose.
People don’t just wake up and magically become successful because it was on their to-do list. They work hard and prepare for success! Business success relies on actual preparedness in the real world—not just a wish or hope plan.
So what can you do today to Master your goals?
Prepare for Success.
To achieve long-term business success, you need a detailed plan.
Many elements are out of your control- from the people, you meet to life’s challenges. We all will face unexpected events, just like Tiger Wood’s faced with his car accident.
Preparation gets you ready to handle whatever life throws at you. Preparation means you have a can-do mindset, remain flexible in the face of stress, and focus on improving your skills. It means you keep multiple plans available. So, if Plan A gets thrown out the window, you still have Plan B.
When preparation meets opportunity, amazing things can happen.
A prepared mind is just as essential as planning. Proper preparation prevents poor performance and disappointment. So, instead of wondering why life hasn’t been going to plan, create your luck with thorough preparation and determination.
Plan for Success.
What does your plan for success look like for you?
When was the last time you reviewed your plan?
Is it time to make adjustments to your plan?
Your road map to success begins with an in-depth plan that fully details how you’ll attack the challenge ahead. Your plan should define any identified opportunities, clearly state your mission, describe your goal, establish measurable goals, and set deadlines for each milestone. Remember that while it’s essential to have a plan, it’s vital to be flexible enough to pivot when needed.
Surround yourself with the right people.
Tiger surrounded himself with the right people. The doctors, trainers, coaches, and so many others. Surrounding yourself with a great team is equally important. Build your business by connecting with smart, talented, and driven mentors or people who share your vision. They can not only transform your business but also accelerate its growth. Hiring positive, can-do employees helps create a culture that encourages teamwork if you’re a manager. Foster an environment where everyone participates, so you can collectively celebrate everyone’s successes.
Plan for the worst and expect the best.
Yes, we need to focus on the day-to-day, but we must plan for the future. We need to anticipate industry changes or trends that can impact our business and adapt and evolve with them. Predict what your customers will want and plan how to give it to them.
Have a Purpose.
Tiger had a purpose! First, he wanted to be ready to win the Master’s. In doing so, he would tie Jack Nicklaus with six green jackets. He would prove that he could come back from any setbacks.
Have you thought about your Purpose?
Every single day, Tiger’s drive to do something to prepare him for golf was the difference. His mindset and his Purpose. The Purpose is our WHY! The emotional reason why it’s a must that we achieve that goal we have in mind. It’s our passion; when we face setbacks, we don’t quit; we keep moving forward. We keep making Progress.
You will face setbacks and disappointments along the way. My advice, learn from each experience and keep moving forward. Mind Your Mind! You control what you think and believe, so keep investing in yourself.
So let me leave you with this question. What are you trying to Master? You have what it takes to live the life you want. So take the time to think about and detail how you will do it, the mindset you will create, surround yourself with the right team around you, and keep these three words in mind on your road to success:
Preparation, Planning, and Purpose!
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