So we're coming into Mid - February.  It just blows me away that over 5% of the year is already under the belt.  On the good side, we still have over 90% of the year in front of us.  But, if we're not careful, we will blink and the year will be gone. 

Definition of INSANITY?

Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Again and Expecting Different Results!!!!

No Way!  Not in 2012.  The problem is that most people say "I'm going to make more money in 2012."  I say how.  They say "I"m going to work harder.  I'm going to work smarter."  Again, really nice cliche and generic responses.  But in truth, they're pretty meaningless.Commit to Do Something Well!

For me the most revolutionary time in changing my business structure, going from good to great, is the use of "On Time."  On time is something that I have scheduled weekly for the first 2 months of this year and then twice a month thereafter.  What On Time is.....

You store up topics and ideas for your business in the preceding weeks to work on away from your business.  You work ON YOUR BUSINESS AND NOT IN YOUR BUSINESS.  Through my last 17 hours of on time, I realized that I could have increase my branch profitability by over $500,000 dollars.  I go to a hotel lobby or the library for two to four and....

BRACE YOURSELF....

Leave my phone in the car. Step away from the cell phone.  You can do it for two hours every two weeks!  I may take a break half way through in order to check messages, but I have no internet and no phones. 

I truly believe that I'll more than double my income this year.  My plan is to take my income up by about 125%.   

I am seeing the results.  Leads and deals are pouring in and my business is growing like gangbusters.  I have the committment.  It comes from my currently sizeable gut.  If the gut ain't in, then the butt won't move.  Unfortunately, I've had a bit of a struggle with my gut, but I'm talking about physical weight after an injury... and so... alas... I digress.

No....the Gut in my life is committed to change.  I love change in 2012.  It's hard, but I'm seeing some just incredible results.

BUTT...IT'S GOTTA COME FROM YOUR GUT!

 

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Larry - it is 10% already, not 5%. I am not as ambitious and making 20% over last year would be very welcome... if we get it.
11:19pm • #13
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Do you think that because you're a mortgage broker that more people are re-financing?  Is that what is making your business boom right now?  Great.
11:26pm • #14
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Larry

Adjust . . . . adapt . . . . and move forward in 2012.

Good luck and  success.

Lou Ludwig
11:58pm • #15
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Larry your an awesome role model!  Rock on in 2012 my friend!
12:25am • #16
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I agree with John above me on a job well done so far in the year and I hope success continues for you!

 
10:28am • #17
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This is an excellent idea we can all work from Larry. You're right shut off the phone and online and let the creative juices flow. Now the hardest part, to put it into action!  We will follow your lead to a phenomenal 2012 captain. 
10:42am • #18
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Thanks for all the comments.  My next post will be just on

ON TIME ALONE!!!
12:46pm • #19
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It sounds like you are right on track to achieve your goals Larry. Keep at it, 2012 will be awesome.
12:46pm • #20
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Larry that's putting it out there, I love it! Thanks for the concepts, as we all know we all get so wrapped up in our business we forget to plan. 
12:47pm • #21
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It's so easy to get distracted and let time get away.  I like your ideas!  Sounds like you will have a great year.
12:55pm • #22
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Larry - good for you, making a plan, working the plan and being dedicated to change.  I will look forward to reading more reports from you as the year moves forward. 
1:04pm • #23
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Good for you, Bettag.  I have little doubt that you will get it done.  After all, you are very good at what you do.  I'd vouch for you any day of the week and twice on Sunday (my cliche for the day;).
1:49pm • #24
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Your insanity quote is one of Mel's very favorite quotes... must be, I've heard it a million times. Great blog... very inspirational. Makes me want to get moving and make it happen! Thanks for the push.

Gretchen
2:01pm • #25
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Much of it has to do with the attitude and certainly the committment. I periodically do not get on social media just to keep it in perspective. And you, Larry, encourage us all to work to a higher standard.
2:45pm • #26
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Larry, good for you for setting goals AND following through on your plans.  I'm sure that all the hard work you put in last year has helped put you on track for this year.  Being busy is a great sign of a returning real estate market.  
5:11pm • #27
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Larry,  I am committed to change as well. It takes discipline and desire that runs deeper than anything else, including all the distractions that ring their way to us!
10:09pm • #28
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I came here through Juli Vosmik and I had to read your post twice and I like the idea of finding a quiet place or a place where no one can find me to just work on increasing business.
8:13am • #29
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Larry, excellent advice.  Most business owners get so keyed into their business that they don't take the time to plan and work on their business.  There is a big difference.
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Good Evening Larry:

This is an excellent post..and  what great timing?  I would normally start Active Rain about 7:00 pm when I get in but not today...I spent my first two hours reviewing my business plan checking on its viability.  YOur post is very encouraging.  I am confident that I can achieve the personal and professional goals I have set for 2012.  Thanks for helping me realize that.
11:33pm • #31
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For all of us who want to make more money this year than last, we have to have a plan, and not do what we did last year. 
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