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Focus is important for making improvements.\u00c2\u00a0 If your focus is spread too widely, you won\u2019t make much progress.\u00c2\u00a0 If you can\u2019t stay focused on one project for long, you won\u2019t be able to reach a foothold before you slide back to where you started.<\/p>\n

One trick I like to use to stay focused is to decide on a theme for my life.\u00c2\u00a0 Summed up in only a word or two, this theme gives me a specific direction I want to invest in for several months.\u00c2\u00a0 Deciding on a theme helps you focus on what is important to you if you find yourself getting off track.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve gone through a few different themes in the last couple years.\u00c2\u00a0 Several years ago, my theme was habits<\/a>.\u00c2\u00a0 I spent a lot of energy trying to get the routines I wanted without the need for constant willpower.\u00c2\u00a0 When I moved to go to school, my theme was socializing and relationships.<\/p>\n

So far, in 2008, my theme has been focusing on this business.\u00c2\u00a0 Already this year I\u2019ve written three books, set up partnerships and written over a hundred articles.\u00c2\u00a0 Having a theme has paid off, because it has helped me stay motivated.<\/p>\n

Choosing a Theme<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ideally, a theme should last anywhere from a few months to a few years.\u00c2\u00a0 Less than this amount of time and you won\u2019t get the benefits of a consistent focus.\u00c2\u00a0 Weekly or monthly themes don\u2019t have the staying power to let you make meaningful progress.\u00c2\u00a0 Longer than a few years and you have the risk of falling into a fixed lifestyle.<\/p>\n

Since a theme should last for several months, it isn\u2019t a decision you want to make in fifteen minutes.\u00c2\u00a0 Your theme should drive you enough that it will help you ignore distractions.\u00c2\u00a0 Although I don\u2019t recommend setting a deadline for when you should switch themes, you should feel able to commit to it for at least 3-6 months.<\/p>\n

I believe there are three important questions that come with choosing a theme:<\/p>\n

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  1. \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 What do I really want to accomplish?<\/li>\n
  2. \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 What accomplishments would benefit my life most right now?<\/li>\n
  3. \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 What opportunities do I have, that would make growth easier in one theme?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    I\u2019ve listed those three questions in order of importance, but consider all three before you decide on a theme.
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    \nWhat do I really want to accomplish?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    When I decided to go for my theme of business in 2008, I was incredibly motivated to work towards it.\u00c2\u00a0 For several years, I\u2019ve dreamed of being able to run a business full-time.\u00c2\u00a0 Although I\u2019ve had work as a theme before, this was the first time I was relatively close to achieving it.\u00c2\u00a0 Picking this as a theme made sense because I knew it would connect me with my current motivations.<\/p>\n

    Don\u2019t work on the themes you feel you \u201cshould\u201d.\u00c2\u00a0 Even if there are other issues slightly more pressing, you\u2019ll get a lot more done if you focus on your strongest motivations.\u00c2\u00a0 If you\u2019re only mildly interested in your health and incredibly focused on your career, I wouldn\u2019t make fitness a theme, even if someone said you were fat.<\/p>\n

    What accomplishments would benefit my life most right now?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Often there will be several themes that you find motivating.\u00c2\u00a0 Business, relationships, health and learning are all themes I could be intensely interested in right now.\u00c2\u00a0 The next question is to look at where a theme would benefit you most.<\/p>\n

    For me, this decisions was also easy because I knew that becoming financially independent would help trigger more independence in other areas.\u00c2\u00a0 Reaching that first business success milestone could have a ripple effect.<\/p>\n

    I ask this question second and not first.\u00c2\u00a0 The reason is that I feel it is always better to focus on process and deeper motivations than results.\u00c2\u00a0 There might be one area of life you feel more compelled to focus on, but your motivation will always be shallow if you have something else you want more.<\/p>\n

    What opportunities are available?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Even through a second filter, there are still many options I could pursue.\u00c2\u00a0 Relationships, business and socializing are all areas I\u2019m motivated towards and would benefit my life.\u00c2\u00a0 The last question I ask is what opportunities are available for improvement.<\/p>\n

    I decided to focus on the theme of socializing when I went to University.\u00c2\u00a0 This made sense because the opportunities of going from an isolated, small town life to a big campus with thousands of people were obvious.\u00c2\u00a0 When I decided to focus on my business this year, it was with the knowledge that I would have four months of summer where I could work full-time on personal projects, something I haven\u2019t been able to do before.<\/p>\n

    If the first two questions point to a clear theme, ignore this question.\u00c2\u00a0 If your motivation is strong enough, you can make up for a lack of opportunities.\u00c2\u00a0 I only use this question as a tie-breaker between competing themes.<\/p>\n

    When Should You Switch Themes?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    I mentioned previously that I don\u2019t think you should set a timeline for a theme.\u00c2\u00a0 Themes aren\u2019t the same as goals, so it doesn\u2019t make sense to pick an arbitrary date where you will switch one focus to another.\u00c2\u00a0 I don\u2019t switch themes too frequently (at least 3-6 months is needed), but there are a few trigger events that can let you know it\u2019s time to switch themes.<\/p>\n

    If you make a big accomplishment towards a theme, that would be an indicator that it\u2019s time to switch.\u00c2\u00a0 For me, I\u2019ve decided the amount of income I need from this business to be comfortably financially independent.\u00c2\u00a0 If I can reach that amount, I\u2019ll know the time has come for me to focus on a different theme.<\/p>\n

    Another trigger moment can be a complete shift in opportunities.\u00c2\u00a0 A lack of opportunities can force you to keep one theme in the background.\u00c2\u00a0 But, if life changes, you might find the current theme doesn\u2019t suit you.\u00c2\u00a0 Moving to a new city or getting a new job might force you to reevaluate the themes you\u2019ve set.<\/p>\n

    Just as important as noticing trigger moments, you need to notice what isn\u2019t a trigger to switch.\u00c2\u00a0 Reaching a plateau in your theme isn\u2019t a sign you should switch.\u00c2\u00a0 If the desire is still there, a temporary lack of progress shouldn’t make you flip-flop.\u00c2\u00a0 In fact, these are often the times you need to focus on one theme the most.<\/p>\n

    Writing your theme down can help you stay attached to it.\u00c2\u00a0 Summarize your motivations into one or two words.\u00c2\u00a0 You can use that word to help you decide what goals to set and avoid distractions.<\/p>\n

    What is your current theme?\u00c2\u00a0 Add your word to the comments below.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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