Season 3 Episode 7 - Mind Your Business

The Perspective Matters Podcast

Don't watch the noise in the market watch the sale! If you have ever been to a Caribbean market or a farmers market on a good day; it can be quite noisy. It is so easy to be distracted by all that is happening. If we apply this proverb to our lives; we can be guided by the same principle: don't be distracted by all that is happening in the world; pay attention to what is in front of you and mind your business. Our attention is always being sought by one thing or another. It is up to you; to decide what matters to you and what deserves your attention and by extension your energy.

In the pursuit of your purpose, your goals and dreams; the world will have plenty to say. Your family, friends and loved ones will all have their opinions. Remember this; your dream was given to only you. It wasn't shared via a conference call. So get comfortable with that knowledge and make peace with the fact that everyone will not understand; everyone cannot go with you; everyone will like or accept your dreams; everyone will have an opinion.

Another point to remember: don't judge your success based on what is going on around you. It is tempting to think others in the market are doing well because of all the noise. If there is no noise at your stall then you aren't doing well. That is simply not true; it is the sale that matters. That is what determines your success. So on your journey through this thing called life; remember that your success should be defined by you; if it doesn't look like everything else you see around you; it's ok!

You're in the market to make a sale not make noise. So don't watch the noise in the market; watch the Sale!!