Mark Cole interviews Justin Prince, author of Be the One. They discuss living intentionally, adding value, and how you see yourself affects your performance. They also touch on the importance of updating one's identity, having a clear vision, and the three C's to success: confidence, commitment, and competence. They conclude by exploring the concept of legacy and becoming the person you were born to be.
To be unforgettable, you must ask, 'How can I add value?'
Deep dives
The power of defining and declaring your vision
One of the key factors in achieving success is having confidence in yourself and believing in your abilities. This confidence serves as the foundation for all your endeavors. Additionally, it is important to declare your vision to others and not keep it to yourself. Doing so helps align your private integrity with your public integrity and holds you accountable to your goals. Lastly, developing competence through continuous growth and skill building is vital for long-term success. As confidence increases, commitment follows, leading to further growth and success.
The three C's to success: Confidence, Commitment, Competence
The three C's to success are confidence, commitment, and competence. Confidence is the belief in oneself and serves as the foundation of success. Commitment is the dedication and perseverance to stick with your goals and tasks. It requires going all in and being fully committed to your endeavors. Lastly, competence is the ongoing development of skills and abilities to continually improve and grow. The three C's create a success loop, where confidence leads to commitment, which in turn leads to competence, generating momentum and long-term success.
Legacy: Making your life last longer than the span of your life
Legacy is about creating a lasting impact that extends beyond the span of your life. Recognize that you are the result of the efforts and sacrifices of countless ancestors who came before you. By being the one to fulfill your potential and purpose, you ensure that their efforts were not in vain. Upholding their legacy means living your life with intention, making a positive impact on others, and leaving a lasting impression through the choices and actions you take. Through your own strength, courage, and determination, you have the power to shape the legacy that future generations will remember and draw inspiration from.
The importance of defining your identity and updating it
Your identity serves as the foundation of your success. It is crucial to define who you are and what you stand for. Remember that you are not defined solely by your past actions or circumstances, but by the person you are capable of becoming. By updating your identity and focusing on your strengths and potential, you can build confidence and empower yourself to achieve your goals. Your identity shapes how you perceive yourself and ultimately determines the actions you take. Embrace the power of updating your identity and choose to become the best version of yourself starting today.
We have an exciting bonus episode for you today! In this episode, Mark Cole talks with Justin Price about his new book Be the One: The Universal Roadmap to Create, Design, and Live an Unforgettable Life. Justin has built five multimillion-dollar businesses, and has generated over two billion dollars in revenue, and today he’s here to share with you what it looks like to live intentionally.
Key Takeaways:
- Focus magnifies effort
- To be unforgettable, you must ask, “How can I add value?”
- You’ll never outperform the way you see yourself
Our BONUS resource for this episode is the “Be the One Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from Mark and Justin’s conversation. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/BeTheOne and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”