I was recently asked the question: How much time to spend on your business? My response was 24/7/365. The person was taken back so allow me to clarify as I did with her.First, let me define my business. I am in the Dream Chasing Business! Chasing Dreams for:
- Chris Tapken (myself)
- My Family (and Friends)
- My Clients
- My Community
- My Church
- My Earth (any one that will listen)
So that is a ton of work and a ton of people which requires a ton of time. Second, don't think for a second that I spend all night at my office and neglect my family and other responsibilities. That is not the case; in fact, the opposite is true. My best work comes for my family and Chasing our Dreams as a family! And I can't do that at my office. That requires serious time and serious energy spent on my family.
But the point is that I don't allow my mind to sit idling. I keep pushing myself. I keep challenging myself. I keep moving forward. Bottom line: I have Big Dreams to Chase and achieve. So my business hours are 24/7/365!
How about you? For most, the sad story is that some people don't even have dreams. When I ask about dreams, most tell me they have not dreamed since childhood. That breaks my heart. Take some time and think about your dreams today. (by the way, this is the best r.o.i you can spend on time!) Think about what your dreams are and how you can achieve them. Write down your dreams. And then share your dreams with others. Get inspried by your dreams. Don't let your past or currrent situation stop you from dreaming.
