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Step 2: Tool First, you need the list of tools you’ll need. Second, you need a plan—a blueprint to follow. You may need to gain or enhance the skills necessary to complete the plan. Get connected with the people who can help you make your dream a reality.
Step 3: Train Just like an athlete needs to train for a competition, you need to train for the experience you’re heading into. Find at least one good personal mentor and one good mental mentor. If you can, get more than that. The more people you can tap for knowledge and experience, the better off you’ll be. Take your training seriously just as if you were training for a sporting event.
Step 4: Start! Commit to yourself and seize opportunities that will help you fulfill your plan. Be prepared for the pain. Burn the bridges behind you so you know there’s no retreat from reaching your dream. Bet it all, discipline yourself, and resolve that there is no quitting. You will succeed!
Step 5: Finish! Get rid of the negative influences that stand in your way of success. See the finish line and don’t slow down. Persevere, and never, ever quit!