So how do you approach a big project? Do you take a step back and plan first, so you know you're focusing on the right things in the right order? Or do you just jump in headfirst and flail around? If it's the latter, then chances are you probably find yourself working a ton of hours and not getting much done.

I know it can be very tempting to skip the plan and get straight to the doing, especially when it's a big project. And planning can feel like nothing is happening. But trust me, making time to plan is the quickest way to get things done.

4. I asked for the vote. I was chosen as one of four finalists, then at the Info Marketing Summit I did a 15-minute presentation to all the participants. The participants then cast the vote for the final winner.

Actually, not only did I ask for the vote, I explained why they should vote for me and why should I win it.

Believe it or not, I was the only one who did.

Do you ask for what you want? From asking for the sale to asking for the deal to asking for help, asking could be your golden key to getting exactly what you want.

5. I didn't sweat the small stuff. When I left the stage after my presentation, I discovered I had buttoned my jacket wrong so it was crooked. I could have gotten very upset and stressed about this. But I chose not to let it bother me. And in retrospect, clearly it didn't make one lick of difference.

Do you find yourself sweating the small stuff in your business or your life? Are those small details you agonize over really going to make a difference in achieving your goals? If the answer is no, then let it go. It's not worth getting upset about it.

Copyright (c) 2008 Elizabeth Davis

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