Our September 24th Webinar: Home Video Studio Introduces New 'Editor' Package

Home Video Studio Introduces New 'Editor' Package

In a world where memories are increasingly digital, the demand for professional video services has never been higher. Home Video Studio, a leader in the video production and preservation industry, is opening doors for entrepreneurs with its latest offering. In a recent webinar, CEO and Founder Robert Hanley introduced the exciting new "Editor" Equipment package, now available for just $59,990.00. This more affordable entry point into the Home Video Studio family is set to revolutionize the way individuals approach video business opportunities.

The Home Video Studio Advantage

Home Video Studio isn't just about equipment; it's a comprehensive business opportunity that combines cutting-edge technology with proven systems for success. As Robert Hanley emphasized during the webinar, "Home Video Studio is a creative moneymaking business that you control."

Key benefits of joining Home Video Studio include:

1. Proven Business Model: With over 33 years in the industry, Home Video Studio has refined its approach to ensure owner success.
2. Comprehensive Training: New owners receive 15 days of intensive training, including Basic Training (often called "Boot Camp") and ongoing support.
3. Cutting-Edge Technology: Access to state-of-the-art equipment and software, including the exclusive Digital Video Archive (DVA) system.
4. Marketing Support: Learn effective strategies to attract clients and grow your business.
5. Diverse Revenue Streams: From video transfer services to production and editing, Home Video Studio offers multiple ways to generate income.

The Power of Digital Video Archive (DVA)

One of the standout features of the Home Video Studio system is the Digital Video Archive. As Robert explained, "DVA is like Netflix for your personal video and audio." This cloud-based storage solution allows clients to safely store, organize, and share their precious memories. With the increasing prevalence of smartphone videos, DVA positions Home Video Studio owners at the forefront of a growing market need.

Real Success Stories

The webinar highlighted several success stories from current Home Video Studio owners:

• Barry from Ohio, who left his 29-year corporate career to pursue his passion with Home Video Studio.
• Brian Gillespie, who achieved $20,000 in sales  in one month within six months of starting his studio part-time.
• Michael Harris, this year's Rookie of the Year, who found success with Home Video Studio after being let go from a 23-year career at Dell.

These stories underscore the potential for individuals from various backgrounds to thrive in the video business.

Training and Events

Home Video Studio provides ongoing training and networking opportunities for its owners:

• Basic Training: A comprehensive 5-day program covering everything from technical skills to business operations.
• Advanced Training: Held annually in March, this event dives deeper into advanced techniques and business strategies.
• The Getaway: An annual event combining training, networking, and recognition, culminating in the prestigious Hanley Awards.

The New "Editor" Package

The introduction of the "Editor" Equipment package at $59,990.00 makes the Home Video Studio opportunity more accessible than ever. This package includes everything needed to start a successful video business, from equipment to training and ongoing support.

Is Home Video Studio Right for You?

As Robert Hanley puts it, "It's the perfect business for the right person." Whether you're looking for a career change, a retirement business, or a way to turn your passion for video into a profitable venture, Home Video Studio offers a proven path to success.

Next Steps

Ready to explore the Home Video Studio opportunity? Here's how you can learn more:

1. Visit the website: www.myhomevideostudio.com
2. Contact Robert Hanley directly: 317-358-5932
3. Reach out to Brian Gillespie (text first): 602-722-4328
4. Attend an upcoming webinar or training event

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. As the demand for video services continues to grow, now is the perfect time to position yourself for success with Home Video Studio.

Remember, in the words of Robert Hanley, "Thoughts become things." Take the first step towards turning your video business dreams into reality with Home Video Studio.

Starting A Video Production Business: Our Latest Webinar

Discover the inspiring journeys of Home Video Studio owners as they transition from various careers to successful video entrepreneurs. In this captivating video, you'll hear from former teachers, logistics managers, corporate professionals, and even a food scientist and corrections officer who found their calling in the world of video production. Learn how these individuals: • Planned their exit strategies from long-term careers • Discovered a perfect fit with Home Video Studio • Leveraged their diverse backgrounds in their new businesses • Found fulfillment in creativity and entrepreneurship Whether you're approaching retirement, seeking a career change, or looking to turn your video passion into a profitable venture, these stories will inspire you to explore the possibilities with Home Video Studio. Ready to write your own success story? Visit www.myhomevideostudio.com or call 317-358-5932 to learn how you can become part of the Home Video Studio family. Join a community of diverse, passionate entrepreneurs who've found their second act in video production. Your new career could be just a call away! #HomeVideoStudio #CareerChange #Entrepreneurship #VideoProduction #RetirementBusiness Contact Robert Hanley, Producer/Director/Editor and CEO & Founder of Home Video Studio, at robert@homevideostudio.com to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

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What Are Your First Thoughts of the Day?

It's Tuesday, but it feels like a Monday to me!

 So, my family and I had a great Labor Day weekend, and now as I move into the formal "work" week, I am wondering what your "First Thoughts" were today. First Thoughts… the first things you think about when you get out of bed. It's interesting to examine them. I try to write down first thoughts ASAP because they can be indicators of what is going on in my life. Items that I sweep under the rug (too many of those). Things that I am worried about. Stuff that I was mulling over yesterday. Fears, aspirations, and deadlines. Ideas too.

 

There is no rhyme or reason to first thoughts. Don't get too caught up with them but… they can be important, so don't ignore them. Write them down.

 

My "First Thoughts" for today… well, that is personal, but… I will give you a few.

 

1. My grandson's board game. I taught the grandkids Monopoly, and William (my grandson) made his own board game. We played it last night. It is really good! Very fun!

2. The holiday is over, ate some good food and drink, now time to kick up the exercise and focus on healthy diet.

3. Webinar tonight at 6:00 pm EST for people interested in starting a Home Video Studio. Follow this link to register. First thoughts on this… how do we get more people to the webinar and what will we focus on tonight. Most likely making money with video and how you make the transition from where you are now to where you want to be.

4. The Reagan movie. Denise and I are going to see it tonight after the webinar.

5. The Treadmill. I turn it on and move forward. That is the start of every day.

 

What were your first thoughts today? Let me know. Join our webinar if you want. See you on Wednesday.

 

May the Force be with You!

 

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

CEO & Founder Home Video Studio

 

Reinvent Your Career This Labor Day: Discover the Home Video Studio Opportunity

As we celebrate Labor Day, many of us find ourselves reflecting on our careers. Are you feeling unfulfilled in your current job? Recently laid off? Or simply craving a more creative and flexible career path? If so, this might be the perfect time to consider a fresh start with Home Video Studio.

A Creative Career Awaits

In a recent video, Robert Hanley, CEO & Founder of Home Video Studio, unveils the exciting world of owning your own video business. It's an opportunity that combines creativity, flexibility, and entrepreneurship – a perfect blend for those looking to reinvent their professional lives.

Why Consider Home Video Studio?

1. Perfect for Career Transitions: Whether you're looking at a second or third career, Home Video Studio provides a framework for success in the video industry.
2. Ideal "Retirement Business": If you're in your 40s, 50s, or 60s and not ready to fully retire, this could be your perfect next act.
3. Diverse Services: From transferring old media to full video production, you'll have multiple revenue streams.
4. Flexibility: Be involved at any point in a video project, tailoring your business to your strengths and interests.
5. Turn Hobby into Profit: If you've always loved video, why not make it your career?

What Can You Do with Home Video Studio?

• Transfer old videotapes, audio tapes, DVDs, films, slides, and photos
• Offer post-production and editing services
• Shoot, produce, and direct video projects

The beauty of this business is its versatility. You're not limited to one type of service, which means more opportunities for growth and profit.

Why Now?

In today's digital age, the demand for video content is skyrocketing. Businesses, individuals, and families all need video services. By starting your own Home Video Studio, you're positioning yourself in a growing, dynamic industry.

Take the First Step

This Labor Day, instead of dreading Tuesday, why not take the first step towards a career you'll love? Home Video Studio provides the training, support, and framework you need to succeed in the video business.

Ready to explore this exciting opportunity? Visit www.myhomevideostudio.com or call 317-358-5932 to learn how you can become part of the Home Video Studio family.

Remember, your creative future is waiting. Let's make your next job your best job!

A New Path Unfolds: Barry Shawgo's Journey from Corporate Veteran to Home Video Studio Owner

 

From the grind of the corporate world... to the creative freedom of running his own business, the transformation of Barry Shawgo is a story of change, determination, and success. In our latest blog post, we want to share Barry's journey with you. His experience, we hope, will serve as an inspiration for all who are seeking to reinvent their career paths, or embark on a fulfilling second act in life.

Barry's professional life was deeply rooted in the corporate sector. For 19 years, he honed his skills in the newspaper business, advertising, and marketing, spending his time in retail sales and working for a software company that catered to media companies. His vast experience in these areas is as diverse as it is impressive.

But the relentless pace of the corporate world, with its rigid 70 hour weeks. schedules and unending pressures, eventually led Barry to yearn for a change. He wanted a stress-free, flexible business opportunity - one that would allow him to take charge and be his own boss. That search led him to Home Video Studio.

Barry's transition from the corporate world to the helm of his own Home Video Studio is marked by a distinct sense of freedom and tranquility. He reflects on the pure creative freedom he now enjoys in a less stressful environment - no bosses, no meaningless meetings, and most importantly, no limitations.

Barry Shawgo - Home Video Studio Owner

One of the crucial factors that influenced Barry's decision was the versatility of the Home Video Studio model. Whether he wanted to run it as a lifestyle business or expand it into a larger enterprise, the business model gave him the flexibility to choose his own path.

However, the true differentiator for Home Video Studio, as Barry points out, is its supportive framework. With expert guidance and advice from the Home Video Studio Family - a network of successful owners - it provides a solid foundation for newcomers. Despite this, the model allows room for individuality, letting owners adapt the business to their own specific markets.

"Home Video Studio gives you the fra
mework to be successful and the guidelines and those types of things. But at the end of the day, I own the business, I make the decisions." 

Barry underscores the importance of following the expert advice provided. Despite the autonomy offered, he emphasizes that the guidance is often invaluable in different markets.

Barry's story is a testament to the possibilities that open up when you're passionate about your work. If you're contemplating a career change, have an interest in video and technology, or are looking for a fulfilling 'second-act' business, Barry's experience underscores that Home Video Studio could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Barry's words of wisdom? If you love working with people, enjoy making them happy, and have a passion for video, then Home Video Studio is an opportunity that deserves your serious consideration.

Learn more about this life-changing opportunity at www.myhomevideostudio.com. 

#HomeVideoStudio #VideoBusiness #CareerChange #LifeChange #SecondActBusiness #RetirementBusiness #HomeBasedBusiness #VideoEditingBusiness #VideoProductionBusiness

The Shortcut to Success: Starting Your Home Video Studio

Hello, aspiring video professionals! I'm Robert Hanley, the founder and CEO of Home Video Studio. Today, I wanted to share some vital insights on making money with video, specifically about starting a home-based video editing business. 

Robert Hanley, CEO & Founder Home Video Studio

Over the years, I've had countless interactions with budding entrepreneurs eager to jump into the video business. Recently, I received an email from someone believing they could replicate our studio at almost half the price by just buying the equipment. This prompted me to underscore a key point: it's not about the equipment alone; it's about what you do with the equipment.

Let me clarify: the equipment does matter, but it's not everything. The video industry is more than just cameras, editing software, and lighting. If your first and foremost concern is equipment, you're setting your priorities wrong. You see, even the best gear could lead to business failure if you're unable to use it effectively or, more importantly, profitably.

Like an artist picking out paints and brushes, your gear is essential, but it's your expertise and ability to attract and serve clients that will truly define your success. Asking questions like, "How will you find customers? How will you price your services? Who will build your website? How will you market your services?" is where your focus should be at the onset.

...If your first and foremost concern is equipment, you're setting your priorities wrong...

This is where joining Home Video Studio comes in. We help you avoid common pitfalls and jumpstart your success by guiding you through the crucial early decisions. Our approach provides a shortcut to creative and financial success in the video industry, especially for those considering a second act or retirement business. We're not just providing equipment; we're offering a comprehensive solution for starting a life change business.

As a Home Video Studio Owner, you'll not only have access to an excellent equipment package (with our expert advice on what to buy), but you'll also benefit from our proven methods of running a successful video business. We'll teach you how to effectively use your new Home Video Studio equipment and how to navigate the complexities of marketing, advertising, and the art of editing and filmmaking. 

If you already have some gear – a camera, computer, or Adobe software subscription, that's great. It could save you money upfront. But remember, don't get fixated on the gear. The real focus should be on how you can use your equipment package to provide you and your family with the income and lifestyle you desire.

Embrace this journey of life change and financial growth. Let's turn your passion for video into a profitable business, providing valuable services to your community. Visit www.myhomevideostudio.com to learn more about how we can make your dream a reality.

May the Force be with You!

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

CEO & Founder of Home Video Studio

Embrace Career Change with Home Video Studio: Success Stories

Welcome to a life-changing journey of individuals who took the leap to become owners of a Home Video Studio! In this video, we feature different owners sharing their stories, from their past careers in various fields like medicine, teaching, corporate America, and technology to discovering the Home Video Studio opportunity. These owners come from diverse backgrounds and walks of life but found a common passion in running a Home Video Studio business. They discuss their rewarding experiences, the impact they have made on their communities, and how they transitioned from their former professions to become successful Home Video Studio owners. This video is an inspiring testament for anyone considering a career change, starting a retirement business, or looking for an exciting opportunity in the video production business. Don't miss these unique stories of change, growth, and success! 

 

Keywords: #VideoProductionBusiness, #CareerChange, #RetirementBusiness, #LifeChange, #TransferringHomeMovies, #HomeVideoStudio"

June 14th, 1991 - A Red Letter Day for Home Video Studio

Could You Start Your Own Video Production Company?

 

Dive into this video and get the real scoop on running your own video studio. We'll show you the ropes - from handling the business side to learning new tech trends. Hear from those who've walked this path before and see why teaming up with Home Video Studio can skyrocket your success. Join us and discover the shortcuts to your video studio dream.

Uncover Your Passion: Exploring the Home Video Studio Business Opportunity

Are you searching for an exciting and fulfilling career change? Or perhaps you're looking for a lucrative retirement venture that sparks your creativity? Look no further. Robert Hanley, CEO and Founder of Home Video Studio, invites you to uncover the multifaceted opportunities that await within the video production and transfer services industry.

On June 3rd, we present you with an exclusive opportunity to dive deep into the booming state of the Home Video Studio Business at our Show 'N Tell Saturday event in Indy. Can't make it in person? We've got you covered. Join us virtually for our Zoom 'N Tell Saturday, providing equal insights into this thriving business. Reserve your spot now by calling Robert at 317-358-5932 or email robert@homevideostudio.com. 

In a revealing 9-minute video, Robert sheds light on the thriving nature of Home Video Studio Business Opportunity. Catering to a myriad of lifestyle goals and ambitions, our business model is versatile. From offering a platform for creative expression to a significant income generator from the comfort of your home, we've designed our system to meet your unique needs. 

We hold passion and purpose as our guiding principles. Our goal is to assist our studio owners in transforming their love for video into a prosperous business venture. We provide comprehensive support and training to turn this vision into a reality. Home Video Studio serves multiple purposes for different individuals or can even fulfill all these for one person or couple. 

Embark on this rewarding journey with us. Learn more about turning your passion for video into a thriving business by visiting our website at www.myhomevideostudio.com. Step into the world of creativity, fulfilment, and profitability. Your new career starts here.

May the Force be with You!

Robert Hanley
Producer/Director/Editor
CEO & Founder - Home Video Studio
Phone: 317-358-5932
Robert@homevideostudio.com
www.myhomevideostudio.com

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Are You Scared to Start A Video Business?

Do you feel like you're going in circles? Not getting anywhere? Are you scared to make a move?

We all get scared from time to time. Not scared like afraid of the dark - scared like we are afraid to make a move for fear of failure or rejection. It’s natural. I know many of you have been looking at Home Video Studio for years. Some of you have come close to contacting us or coming to see us but you have not actually done anything yet. Fear holds you back: Fear of making a mistake; Fear of being committed; Fear of Failing; Fear of saying the wrong thing and simply just fear. 

Halloween is a good day to embrace your fear and move forward. Give us a call. Talk to us. Quit going in circles and get things into gear. Call me today at 317-358-5932. Let’s talk. 

Would you like to be in business for yourself? Work whatever hours you wish? Do your own thing? Be your own boss?

Saturday, November 5th is our next Show 'N Tell Saturday. You can also attend via Zoom. You do have to be approved to attend so call or email sooner than later. 

On that day we will be taking some of you through what makes up this incredible business that we have called Home Video Studio for the past thirty-one years. We’ll show you how you can control your time and your lifestyle and have the most amazing life and career. And if you simply want to make a bunch of money, we will show you that too. 

Call us today and get registered for Show ‘N Tell Saturday Weekend or Zoom 'N Tell. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and get things going. Spots at this Show ‘N Tells are filling up. Space is limited at these events so call 317-358-5932 ASAP. Remember that at anytime you can go to our website and get more information: www.myhomevideostudio.com.

P.S. Happy Halloween! 

May the FORCE be with You! 

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

CEO & Founder Home Video Studio

Join the Winner's Circle in Video Production

 

Join The Winner's Circle. Mike Bartlett (Left) was in the Swimming Pool Business. John Fehling was a Family Physician.

Both Mike and John are Award Winning Producer/Directors. They own and operate Home Video Studios. Find out more at www.myhomevideostudio.com

Transfer, Produce, Direct, Edit With Your Home Video Studio Business

Could this be the day you take ACTION?

For millions of Americans and Canadians (yes we have a few interested parties from our friends to the north!) each day is a repeat of the prior day. We do the same things each day. Most people want to break away. Some get really close. Sadly, most people are on an endless REPEAT CYCLE. The only way to break the pattern is to TAKE ACTION. 

You’re not too old! It’s not too late. Call me at 317-358-5932. 

Saturday, November 5th is our next Show 'N Tell Saturday. You can also attend via Zoom. You do have to be approved to attend so call or email sooner than later.

On that day we will be taking some of you through what makes up this incredible business that we have called Home Video Studio for the past thirty-one years. We’ll show you how you can control your time and your lifestyle and have the most amazing life and career. And if you simply want to make a bunch of money, we will show you that too. 

Call us today and get registered for Show ‘N Tell Saturday Weekend or Zoom 'N Tell. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and get things going. Spots at this Show ‘N Tells are filling up. Space is limited at these events so call 317-358-5932 ASAP. Remember that at anytime you can go to our website and get more information: www.myhomevideostudio.com.

May the FORCE be with You!

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

CEO & Founder Home Video Studio

Home Video Studio Welcomes Keith and Tina Bright!

We want to wish our newest Studio Owners - Keith and Tina Bright a warm welcome into the Home Video Studio Family. Tina and Keith were installed last week. They are opening a Home Video Studio Store in Lowell, AR. Good Luck!

How Many Monitors? Let's Do the Numbers...

Someone commented on our Facebook ad yesterday. It was an attempt at humor. Something like “Look honey, I have seven monitors. Now I can really edit.” I messaged back and said: “Actually there are thirteen monitors.” 

When we started 22 years ago. There were only magazines to advertise in. Twenty years ago we started advertising in Videomaker Magazine and we are still advertising there today. The fact is… I am sure people saw our ad way back when in Videomaker and chuckled from time to time. Even today people like to comment on Facebook and say that they tried a video business and it didn’t work out for them. Reminds me of that line from Glengary Glen Ross. Alec Baldwin says: “Bunch of losers sitting around in a bar, "oh yeah, I used to be a salesman.”  

What they don’t know is that every successful business has its secrets and its secret sauce. If you want, you can come to Indianapolis and count the monitors. I re-counted. There are actually 18 in my studio. There’s a reason we have so many monitors. There’s a reason we are so successful. There are tons of reasons why we make so much money. 

We can talk numbers. Let’s do it. Last year my studio made over $300,000.00 and I run my studio part time. Last week I made over $12,000.00. Yesterday I made over $5000.00. You can say that that is easy for me to say but what about “me” (you). Well, you’ll never know until you try. If you sit in your comfort zone reading my emails, scrolling through Facebook, watching mindless TV, you’ll never know. 

Starting a business takes courage. Getting started in a new business is a blurry business for most folks. Where to start? What to do? Many are afraid of making mistakes, so they simply freeze. They sit in their comfort zone, read emails, scroll through Facebook, watch mindless TV, and accept less of themselves. 

Let’s get back to numbers for a minute or two. It takes $79,900.00 to purchase a studio. That’s a lot less than most franchises. The good news is we’re not a franchise. I hate franchising. We put you in the video business and we teach you how to make money with video. You will totally own your own business. If you’re smart and apply yourself, you can make twice that amount of $79,900.00 in your first year. My studio as made over $70,000.00 in the first two months of this year. This business is booming. You need to take a serious look at it. 

If you have the courage, make the time and journey to Indianapolis on Friday March 11th. You can audit some of the Advanced Training classes. Meet studio owners from Coast to Coast. Go out to dinner with them. Watch their work (their videos). On Saturday, March 12, you’ll be in my studio and in our training center attending the Show ‘N Tell Saturday Seminar. That’s a four hour free seminar all about starting your Home Video Studio. By the way, it’s a great way to bring your wife, husband, partner or significant other up to date on what you are interested in. 

Want to do this as a retirement business? At Show ‘N Tell weekend you’ll meet plenty of folks who are in their 50s, 60s, and 70s running studios. For the right person this is the perfect business. 

For a thousand generations the Jedi guarded the universe (Star Wars reference) and for 22 years we have been putting people into their own Home Video Studio. This business works and it can work for you.  Call us at 317-358-5932 to reserve your spot or simply ask questions. 

May the Force Be With YOU! 

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

Michael Ondrasic Runs A Home Video Studio in Mount Dora, Florida

Last week I traveled to Mount Dora Florida to visit with Michael Ondrasic of Home Video Studio - Mount Dora. Michael (and Kate Ondrasic’s ) studio is so amazing! Michael Ondrasik is a former Rookie of the Year, Studio owner of the Year, Multi Hanley Award winner and has achieved Seven Stars Status within Home Video Studio. Michael was in the shipping industry before he joined Home Video Studio. Kate Ondrasik was a hospital administrator.

Chris Moen Wins Studio Store of the Year

Home Video Studio Owner Chris Moen wins Studio Store of the Year Award at the 21st Annual Home Video Studio Hanley Awards in Clearwater, Florida on July 17, 2021. Want to start your own home-based video business? www.myhomevideostudio.com.

Debbie Williams Wins Home Video Studio Dr Strangelove Hanley Award

Home Video Studio Owner Debbie Williams wins the Dr. Strangelove Hanley Award at the 21st Annual Home Video Studio Hanley Awards in Clearwater, Florida on July 17, 2021. Want to start your own home-based video business? www.myhomevideostudio.com.

How to Achieve Your Dreams, Desires & Goals

 Vision. You have to paint a very vivid picture of what your goal and dream is and what it means to you. This is so important. Paint it as strong as you can. If you do it right, if you get good at painting Dream Pictures, It will seem like you have the desired goal/dream. See yourself
succeeding. Paint a vivid picture. 

Lack of initial action. Some of us never start. We don’t take any initial action. BTW, some people don’t start because they are influenced by Dream Stealers in their family and/or circle of friends. Stay away from Dream Stealers. 

Stopping too soon – Giving up. People become discouraged and quit. They start and then they quit. They just give up. Many quit just as they were ready to succeed. Getting Starting is the key. Even taking a symbolic action. Making a call. Setting the date. 

Dream Achievement requires work. For me this means real work, homework, research and a lot of thinking and then doing. Some people don’t do the real work necessary for real achievement. 

Keep in mind...  The Journey is more important than any one of your goals. The journey is everything...

Record your progress. Find the best way for you to record your progress. Make a journal, use video or simply make some notes every day. Track your journey. 

Risk. Hey… let me say here that risk is okay. It may even give you extra strength. For me risk fuels my excitement and helps me achieve my goals. But real risk stops most people. They end up doing the same life, over and over. Why accept the status quo? Don’t let risk stop you. Blast through it! Use risk like a martial artist uses the force of his opponent against that same opponent. Risk can fortify you if you feel the risk and then use it to transcend.

Transcendence. You have to be able to transcend. You have to learn to become more than you are. This is not easy, but I truly believe it is one of the reasons we exist in this life. Life is a test. You can become more than you are. The sum of your parts can be more than your whole. 

Patience. You have to have patience. It takes time to achieve your dreams. This is where many people get mixed up. There is a difference between having patience with your process and not starting at all. Worthy dreams and goals take time.  You will get discouraged. 

Focus. Develop a razor-sharp focus and let nothing sway you from that focus. Meditation helps me. So does physical exercise. I start every day with cardio and then meditation and affirmations. Thoughts become things. Try it.

Roadblocks. Remember it is not what happens to you, but how you react to what happens to you that will matter in the short and the long run. You’ll find all kinds of obstacles that are placed in between you and your dream/goal. Use these roadblocks to your advantage whenever possible. When something bad happens, look for the good. When God closes a door, he/she/they open/opens a window. Always look for the good. If you do you will find it. 

Small or Big Failures. You’ll make mistakes… some of them will be painful. You cannot let this stop you. No one makes the right decisions all the time. No one is perfect. When you are trying to achieve something big, you will mess up. You’ll get down. You’ll get depressed (for a short time). This is where you need the passion of your dreams to pull you out of the dumps of despair. That passion will drive you past your mistakes. Mistakes are okay! 

Fear. You have to be fearless but realize that you will get scared sometimes. You will feel fear. That’s okay. Fear is a natural part of the human condition. Everyone gets scared. When I feel fear during a Dream Achievement, I try to blast through it. I feel the fear and walk or move through it. Always run towards the fear and defeat it. 

There are real fears and fake fears. Real fear alerts you to dangers within your quest. You must be alert for these. Listen to them. For me, they manifest as vague feelings of uneasiness. Then I realize that something is out there that I need to take care of, so I take care if it. The fear vanishes when I take action.  

Occasionally the fear is overwhelming and turns into a crisis. Everything seems to go wrong. It’s like the Universe is singling you out personally. Roadblocks, mistakes, dream stealers, the outside world, mistakes (both earned and unearned) all contribute to a crisis. 

Crisis. When a crisis occurs. I do three things. I cocoon. I stop all but essential tasks and hibernate for a while. This gives me time to calm down in a safe way. I gather my allies. Allies are the go-to people in my life. I reach out to one or two of them. The third thing I do is to watch movies! Movies are my life and my profession. I have my favorite fear-busting crisis/panic movies. These are inspirational Hero movies (the Hero always wins!) that remind me that my impossible dreams are indeed possible. I will success. I am the hero!

Finally, I take Action. I resume my quest. I move forward. I accept the position that I am currently in/at during my quest and then move forward. I go after it again. I make changes to my method and actions but not to my ultimate goal. I do not accept failure. I may lose battles, take casualties, feel alone, etc. but I always move forward. Always. 

Allies. Build your team and allies. Help others on the journey to you your dream/goal. If you help enough other people with their goals, you will achieve yours. You will find that the right people will appear into your life when you need them. Be grateful. Help others. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Also… Ask God and the Universe for help. To me they are one and the same.

Meditation and Prayer. For a long time, I resisted real prayer and meditation. I can’t say why exactly. I can tell you that they both help. 

Plateauing. Sometimes (much of the time) you may feel like you are going nowhere. You seem to be doing everything right but there seems like little progress is happening. This is common. It is part of any major goal achievement. It is also the reason that many people get discouraged and quit. Worthy goals are hard! Trust me, there are going to be many hours, days and weeks where you just don’t seem to see any progress. When this happens, take some time and look at your record book. Recall you’ll want to record your action steps, work and your progress. Take a few minutes and review what you have been doing. You won’t see changes every day or even every week or month. Some of my goals have taken years and years. Others take a lifetime or several lifetimes. That’s why you have to take time and smell the roses. Appreciate your victories. Never accept defeat. Failure is not an option but it happens along the way. 

Victories, Celebrations & Rewards. Take time to celebrate your small on-the-road victories and plan your rewards! This is very important and fun to do. 

...Write down your goals and dreams today. Even if you don’t know the steps...

The Journey. Keep in mind...  The Journey is more important than any one of your goals. The journey is everything. I think of it as a very long train with various cars attached. I keep adding cars (goals) and getting rid of luggage (baggage that I don’t need to carry with me on my trip – pun intended). The journey is what is important. 

Balance and Mindfulness. All things in moderation… right? I do good with balance but mindfulness is harder for me. Being aware…

My biggest advice on dream and goal achievement is this. Write down your goals and dreams today. Even if you don’t know the steps – the action steps. Write down the goal. Give yourself an achievement date. Then take actions.

Steps for Goal Setting. 

Write down the Goal/Dream. 

Set the achievement date. 

Write down the action steps. 

Take action. 

Enjoy the journey. 

That’s it for today. 

May the FORCE be with YOU!

Robert Hanley

Producer/Director/Editor

President & Founder

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