by Cassie Howard | Aug 16, 2016 | Business Basics |
I wish I could say that everyone in my life is super supportive and understanding of my all day, every day hustle & grind, but that would be a lie. The truth is that the majority of my family and friends just don’t get it, nor do they even CARE to get it. Thankfully, many of them just stay out of my way and let me do my thing, but some of them, mostly those that are closest to me, like my parents, are always trying to talk me out of doing what I do. Not because they want me to be unhappy (which I damn well would be if I stopped doing the work I love so much!), but because they just don’t understand my passion, and so they want to protect me by telling me to “quit while I’m ahead” and “get a real job that is more secure” (I guess they don’t realize that the most secure job in the world is the one you give yourself). While I was talking to someone the other day, I mentioned I had a stretch goal of a million dollars this year. They asked me why I wanted to make so much, why did I need all that money? No one was really going to pay me that much, would they? I try not to get into negative conversations like this, but this time, I gave in and validated my reasoning for wanting to make a million dollars this year. This person went on to talk about how they definitely didn’t need a million dollars, they just wanted “enough...
by Cassie Howard | Aug 15, 2016 | Work At Home Mom |
People always seem to think I’m super organized and I just wish they could see that’s REALLY going on behind the scenes. That I DON’T have it all together (no one does). Maybe I look put together from the outside looking in, but in reality, my life is messy and chaotic and all over the place. (And if I’m being honest, that’s exactly how I like it!) I never cross everything off my daily to-do listsI always forget things that I need to buy, do or sayI can’t keep my house clean for more than 24 hoursMy accountant gets pissed at me every year because my tax papers are never organizedI rarely tackle every task that needs to be tackled each dayI let projects sit until they’re due the next day, and then I work under pressure to get them done in time And though I may look as though I’ve got it all together, I can assure you that I absolutely do NOT. WhatI do have, though, is determination, drive and FOCUS, three things that have allowed me to build a multiple six-figure business in just MONTHS, doing work I absolutely adore. So, although my life is crazy and messy, and I always have a million things on the go at once, I still get my shit done, make an impact and make amazing money. I can do this because I know what to focus my time and energy on. You see, most people don’t have a clue how to get (and stay) focused. They either get overwhelmed by an insanely long to-do list and give up before...
by Cassie Howard | Aug 14, 2016 | Business Basics |
It makes me so sad when people tell me they’re doing to “wait” on their dreams. Waiting until they have the moneyWaiting until they have more timeWaiting until they get one more clientWaiting until their website is finishedWaiting until the kids are older They just sit around and fucking WAIT. And it’s depressing and lonely and honestly makes me sad and to be honest with you, really fucking angry that these people aren’t taking action on what it is they want in their lives. Don’t have the money? That’s bullshit. We find the money for things we need. You bought those clothes you’re wearing, you bought the food in your fridge, you bought that car that you drive and the gas you put in it. You needed those things, so you found the money to pay for them. And you’re telling me you can’t find the money to fund your dreams, something you NEED to do if you’re ever going to be truly happy? Don’t give me that shit. There are plenty of ways to find the money for the things you want and need. Any time a money excuse comes up, it’s not usually about lack of money, but lack of belief. Deep down, do you really BELIEVE your dream life is possible? I’m guessing no, otherwise you likely would have made it happen by now. Do some serious mindset work around why you don’t belief what you want is within your reach, and then CLEAR THAT SHIT as quickly as possible, because I’m here to tell you that anything you wish for is possible! (And that’s not some...
by Cassie Howard | Aug 13, 2016 | Business Basics |
WHAT THE FUCK DO YOU ACTUALLY WANT FROM LIFE ANYWAY? I think the biggest thing that fucks with the heads of so many people is what the hell they actually want out of life. You think you know, but do you REALLY know what would actually make you happy? I want you to do a quick exercise for me right now. Go grab a pen and paper. Write down everything you want to be, do and have in your life. Think as if there is no chance of failure. If a magic genie said he was going to grant all of your wishes right now, if you just simply tell himexactly what you want - anything and everything. Here’s mine – I would travel the world in my private jet multiple times a year with my family, friends and my team, simply exploring, and also to share my message with as many people as possible I would give speeches to huge audiences that pay thousands to come and hear me speak I would live near water and wake up seeing water from my bedroom window (and all around my home, really) I would be a big name in the animal rights community, volunteering both time and money to improve the lives of animals everywhere I would have a family that supported me, trusted me, pushed me and fought for me, without questioning my sanity (they should know I’m not at all sane by this point!) I would only spend time doing exactly what I loved doing and nothing more I would look, live and feel like the multi-millionaire I know...
by Cassie Howard | Aug 12, 2016 | Visibility |
You know your stuff is good. You know you provice exceptional value.You know your people need you. But you can’t seem to get people to listen to you when you speak. You’re lacking in likes, in comments, in shares, in messages, in emails, in tweets, in… well, you get the idea. You’re invisible and here’s why – 1. You’re inconsistentWant to know a good way to get people to ignore you? Show up only periodcially. Better yet, don’t show up at all! If you want people to remember you, follow you, like you, BUY from you, then you need to show up and be in their face ALL.THE.TIME. I’m talking day in and day out, without fail, no excuses. 2. All you do is sellPeople want to know that you have something of value to give them, and you’re not gonna get that across just by simply yelling BUY MY STUFF at the top of your lungs. I’m sure your paid stuff is great, but no one is going to know that unless you give them a taste. Remember this: every time you sell, give valuable, FREE content first! This is one of the best ways to land the sale (plus, you won’t ever feel “salesy” again! 3. You’re not an expertHave you PROVEN to people that you’re a pro at what you do? If you’re feeling invisible, then no, you likely haven’t. The best way to show others that you’re the best is to simply BE the best. Constantly be LEARNING and implementing. Every day be sharing these things and putting them into practice. Share your results and teach others. ...
