[Music] A wise one said, "Let me offer you something powerful, something that could reshape your life in the next 90 days. " Now, you might ask, "Why 90 days? " Well, 90 days is the sweet spot—long enough to see real transformation but not so long that you lose momentum.
A year? That's a long time. 30 days?
You can't expect deep, lasting change in that short span. But 90 days? That's just the right amount of time to challenge yourself and come out the other side a different person.
Think about it: in three months, you could be a completely new version of yourself. The question is, are you willing to commit to that change? So here's what I want you to do: starting today, get a piece of paper.
I'm not talking about your phone or your computer; I mean a real, honest-to-goodness piece of paper. This is your personal contract with yourself—simple but incredibly powerful. I want you to write down one habit you're going to stop, just one.
Maybe it's procrastination. Maybe it's the habit of thinking you're not good enough. Maybe it's avoiding difficult conversations.
Whatever it is, write it down. Be specific! Don’t just say, "I'll stop procrastinating.
" Be more specific: when do you procrastinate? Why? Get clear.
Then I want you to write down one habit you're going to start—something that moves you forward, something that excites you. Maybe it's reading for 30 minutes every morning, or calling one person a day to improve your network. Maybe it's getting up at 5:00 a.
m. to get a head start on the day. But pick something that will make a tangible difference.
Here's where most people fall short: they try to change everything at once, but that doesn’t work. You can't overhaul your entire life in one fell swoop. Pick just one negative habit to eliminate and one positive habit to start.
Focus! Do this every day, no excuses, for 90 days. Next, I want you to think about your standards, not your goals.
Your standards—goals are about what you'll achieve in the future, but standards are about who you are right now. What will you no longer tolerate from yourself? What behavior are you unwilling to accept anymore?
Maybe it's the habit of waiting for the right moment. Maybe it's making excuses instead of taking action. Maybe it's treating your health like a second priority.
Write down what's no longer acceptable in your life. Make it real. When you raise your standards, your life starts to change immediately.
Now here's where it gets interesting: you need accountability. Every night before you go to sleep, take two minutes to reflect on your day. What did you do today to honor your commitment?
What did you do to move closer to your goal? Then, every morning, take two minutes to read your contract. It's simple, but it works.
Accountability is the key that ties your commitments to your results. Without it, it's easy to let things slide. So find someone—someone you respect—who can ask you the tough questions.
Share your 90-day challenge with them and ask them to check in on your progress, not to judge you, but to support you. Now let's talk about what's going to happen in the first 30 days. It's going to be tough; your old habits will fight to stay alive.
You'll be tempted to quit, but that's normal. You're breaking old patterns. It's uncomfortable, but that discomfort—that's the sign you're growing.
Keep going, and you'll find the next 30 days will feel a bit easier. By then, the new habits are starting to stick, but you're not done. The final 30 days—that's when it all comes together.
Your new habits will start feeling automatic; you'll hardly have to think about them. And that's when the magic happens. Don't wish for an easy challenge; wish for the strength to face a worthy challenge.
Don't wish for fewer problems; wish for more wisdom. Don't wish for fewer responsibilities; wish for greater abilities. The next 90 days will pass whether you choose to accept this challenge or not.
You'll be three months older, three months further along in your journey. But where will you be? Will you be exactly where you are now, or will you have moved closer to the person you're meant to be?
The choice is yours. You see, the secret is this: the next 90 days will pass either way. But imagine where you could be in three months if you commit to growing, to changing, to improving.
In just 90 days, you can begin to revolutionize your life, but you must start today—not tomorrow, not when conditions are perfect. Start now. You won't regret it.
The question isn't whether this will work; the question is, will you work? Will you commit? Will you take the challenge?
Think about this for a second: every great achievement in history began with a simple decision—just one decision. The decision to make a change, the decision to commit. You know human potential is limitless, but most people live their entire lives using only a fraction of what they could do.
They're like a rocket sitting on the launchpad, never fired. Some of you might be thinking, "Oh, I've tried this before. " Well, you've tried, but trying isn't committing.
When you try, you give yourself an escape route. When you commit, you burn the bridges behind you; you make no room for failure, and that's when the real change happens. You know, what fascinates me about this 90-day challenge is how it creates a ripple effect in your life.
You start small—just one habit to stop, one habit to start—but that single decision begins to influence everything else. Let's say you decide to start exercising every morning. It's not just about the exercise; it's about the discipline, the focus, the confidence you gain.
Suddenly, you find. . .
Yourself making better choices throughout the day: you skip the junk food at lunch, you show up sharper at work, you feel more energized in your relationships, and it works the other way too. Let's say you decide to stop complaining—just stop. No more excuses, no more blaming others.
What happens? You start seeing opportunities where you used to see obstacles. You find solutions instead of problems, and people around you notice; they're drawn to you.
That's the power of a single decision backed by commitment; it doesn't just change one part of your life, it changes who you are. Now let's talk about resistance because, uh, it's coming. Make no mistake about it: the moment you decide to change, your old habits will fight back.
They'll whisper in your ear, "Take it easy," "Start tomorrow," "One little exception won't hurt. " Let me tell you something: those whispers, they're not your friend; they're the enemy of progress. And if you're not careful, they'll steal your dreams right out from under you.
Here's how you beat them: discipline. Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments. It's doing what you said you'd do long after the excitement has worn off.
Think of it this way: every time you push through resistance, you're strengthening your willpower; you're building a muscle. Just like with physical exercise, the more you train it, the stronger it gets. Let me touch also on something critical: your environment.
If you're serious about this challenge, you've got to create an environment that supports your success. Think about the people you spend time with. Are they encouraging you, or are they holding you back?
Are they challenging you to grow, or are they keeping you stuck in the same patterns? You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with. Take a good look at your circle; if you're not inspired by them, it's time to make a change.
And it's not just people. Look at your physical environment: is it cluttered or organized? Does it inspire focus or create distractions?
Even small changes, like cleaning your workspace or putting motivational quotes where you can see them, can make a big difference. Let's break this down further. What does a successful 90-day challenge look like?
The first 10 days: this is where you build momentum. It's exciting, but it's also fragile. You're planting seeds, and you won't see results immediately, but stay with it.
Days 11 to 40: here's where the grind begins. The novelty wears off, and the resistance kicks in. This is where most people quit.
Don't be like most people; push through. Days 41 to 70: things start to shift. The new habits feel less like a chore and more like a part of who you are.
You're seeing results now—maybe not dramatic, but enough to keep you motivated. Days 71 to 90: this is where the magic happens. You're no longer forcing yourself; the habits are automatic.
You've built momentum, and it's carrying you forward. Now let's shift gears for a moment. I want to talk about something that's made all the difference in my life: leverage.
You see, the most successful people in the world aren't necessarily working harder; they're working smarter. They're using leverage. Now, what does that mean?
Let me explain it this way: imagine you're trying to move a giant rock. If you push with all your strength, you might move it an inch, but if you use a lever—a simple tool—you can move that same rock with far less effort. Leverage is about using tools, systems, and relationships to multiply your efforts.
It's about finding smarter ways to get things done. Take finances, for example. Some people work their entire lives trading time for money; others invest.
They put their money to work for them—that's leverage. Or think about learning: you could spend years figuring things out on your own, or you could read a book—someone else's lifetime of experience condensed into a few hours—that's leverage. So here's the question: where can you use leverage in your life?
What tools, systems, or relationships could help you achieve your goals faster? Now, another form of leverage is influence. This one is powerful.
Influence isn't just about persuading others; it's about the way your life touches those around you. Here's a thought: every day, whether you realize it or not, you're influencing people—your family, your co-workers, your friends. The way you talk, the way you act—it all leaves an impression.
So ask yourself: what kind of influence are you having? Are you lifting people up, or are you dragging them down? Are you inspiring them to be better, or are you holding them back?
Let me share a quick story. Years ago, I met a gentleman who was, let's say, less than enthusiastic about life. He was negative, always complaining, always blaming others.
And you know what? That attitude rubbed off on everyone around him. His team was unmotivated, his family was distant.
But then something changed; he decided to take responsibility—not just for his own life, but for the influence he had on others. He started encouraging people, supporting them, believing in them, and little by little, his life changed. His relationships improved, his business grew.
That's the magic of influence. It's not just about what you achieve; it's about the lives you touch along the way. Now let me ask you something, and I want you to really think about this: how many opportunities have passed you by because you hesitated?
How many dreams have you put on hold because you thought, "Maybe tomorrow"? Let me tell you: tomorrow is a dangerous word. Tomorrow is where dreams go to die.
Tomorrow is where good intentions get buried under procrastination. Tomorrow is what keeps people from taking the first step, and I know what some of you might be. .
. Thinking, Jim. I've tried before.
I've made resolutions; I've started challenges, but I never stick with them. Well, guess what? That's the story for most people, but it doesn't have to be your story anymore.
Here's the truth: the past doesn't define you unless you let it. Your mistakes, your failures, your missed opportunities—they're just chapters in a book that's not finished yet. And the good news is you hold the pen.
Right now, you have a choice. You can close this book and accept life as it is, or you can turn the page and start writing a new chapter—a chapter where you take control, a chapter where you make the commitment not just to this challenge but to yourself. Think about what 90 days could do for you—not just what you'll achieve, but who you'll become.
Maybe, for the first time, you'll prove to yourself that you can stick to something. You'll show yourself that you're stronger than your excuses, tougher than your doubts, and bigger than your fears. Imagine 90 days from now.
Close your eyes and picture it. What does your life look like if you commit to this? Maybe you've finally started that exercise routine, and you feel healthier, stronger, more alive.
Maybe you've saved money, paid off debt, or finally started that side hustle you've been dreaming about. Maybe your relationships are better because you've been more present, more intentional, more loving. Now imagine the opposite.
Imagine doing nothing. Imagine staying exactly where you are: same habits, same excuses, same regrets. Imagine looking back three months from now and thinking, "I could have done it.
I should have done it. Why didn't I? " That's a painful thought, isn't it?
But here's the thing: you don't have to feel that way. You can make a different choice right now. You see, greatness doesn't happen all at once.
It doesn't come from one big breakthrough or one life-changing moment. Greatness comes from small, consistent actions repeated every single day. Here's how you do it: you make one decision—not a hundred decisions, just one.
You decide that for the next 90 days, you're going to honor your commitments, you're going to follow through, and you're going to prove to yourself that you can. Will it be easy? No.
The first week you'll feel excited, the second week you'll feel challenged, and somewhere around week three, you'll feel like giving up. But that's where the magic happens—when you push through the resistance. And when you prove to yourself that you can keep going, even when it's hard, that's when you transform.
That's when you realize that you're capable of far more than you ever thought. And here's the best part: this isn't just about 90 days; this is about setting a foundation for the rest of your life. Because once you master this, once you prove to yourself that you can stay committed, you'll never go back to the old way of living.
So here’s my challenge to you: don't wait. Don't overthink it. Don't let fear, doubt, or laziness stop you.
Take out a piece of paper—yes, a piece of paper, not your phone, not your laptop—and write down your 90-day commitment. Write down what you're going to stop. Write down what you're going to start.
Write down your standards—the things you will no longer accept in your life. And when you're done, read it out loud. Make it real.
Then tomorrow morning, wake up and honor that commitment, and the next day, and the next—one day at a time. Because here's the truth, my friends: life doesn't wait for you to be ready. It doesn't wait for perfect conditions.
It moves forward whether you're prepared or not. So why not move with it? Why not take this challenge and show yourself what you're capable of?
The next 90 days will pass whether you take action or not. The question is: will you be better at the end of them, or will you be the same? The choice is yours.
So as we wrap this up, remember this: the seeds you plant in the next 90 days will grow into something incredible, but you have to start planting. You have to take action—not tomorrow, not next week, but now.
