The Truth About Your Problems

The Truth About Your Problems

By

Eric Twiggs

"I am not discouraged, because every wrong attempt discarded is another step ... There is always a better way."  Thomas Edison

It was Thursday July 2^nd, and had I left the office with plans to take the family on a fourth of July weekend getaway.  I figured I would outsmart the other travelers by leaving directly from the office instead of waiting until Friday, like everyone else.

The wife and kids met me at ATI with a packed car and we were on our way.  When we got to the main highway, we experienced a problem. 

We were stuck in a traffic jam, due to construction in the road.  And then it hit me: The only reason the construction was a concern was because it was blocking the road to my destination.

If I wasn't going anywhere, it wouldn't have been an issue for me.  In that moment, I thought about you and the truth about your problems.

The reason you have problems at the shop, is because you have a goal.  Your problem is confirmation that you have somewhere to go.    Have you ever felt stuck because your issue was blocking your road?

Below are the two most common factors that cause entrepreneurs to feel stuck:

 Lack of Information 

It’s as simple as knowing what "right" looks like.   Think about the biggest challenge you‘re wrestling with.  There is a Top shop owner who is either in your area, your 20 group, or coming to the Super Conference that has solved it. 

You can't overcome a lack of information by remaining in isolation.   I read the following quote the other day from author Michael McNeil: “Where there’s a way, there’s a will.”

If you evaluate your problem through the limited perspective of your experience, it’s easy to get discouraged.  Connecting with someone who has already dealt with the difficulty you’re facing, will show you the way and increase your will to press forward. 

Lack of Skill

Several clients have recently made the following statement: “Eric, I’m not a good shop owner." Have you ever felt this way?  I have some good news.   Running a business is a skill, and any skill can be improved with the right training. 

If you wish to overcome a lack of skill, ask yourself the following questions:

·         Am I current with my ATI classes?

·         Do I watch at least one training video per week?

·         Do I read at least one book per month for personal development?

Summary

My family and I made it to our destination because we maintained the right perspective on the road blocks. 

The truth about your problems is that they are temporary, as long as you get the right information and invest in the training. 

Sincerely,

Eric Twiggs

PS.  Is the lack of training or information keeping you from running a successful shop?  If you would like the details on how to become an ATI client, call 301 575 9120 or visit us at: http://www.autotraining.net/