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Keep Digging – The Power of Action, Prospecting, and Patience - 2025 - Week 13 Update
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This week, I’ve been thinking about what it takes to make things happen—specifically, the combo of taking action, prospecting, and sticking with it long enough to see results. It’s not always flashy, but it’s where the magic lives. Let me tell you a quick story to paint the picture. Imagine a guy named Sam, a prospector back in the gold rush days. Sam’s got a hunch about a spot by the river—nothing fancy, just a gut feeling. Day one, he’s out there with his pan, sifting through mud, finding nothing but rocks. Day two, same deal. His buddies laugh, telling him he’s wasting his time, the gold’s long gone. But Sam keeps going. He’s not just splashing around—he’s learning the current, studying the sediment, tweaking his approach. Day ten rolls around, and there it is: a glint of gold. Not a jackpot, but enough to keep him going. By day thirty, he’s got a steady haul—not because he got lucky, but because he took action, kept prospecting, and gave it time to work. That’s the lesson I’ve been mulling over: action and prospecting are only half the game—perseverance seals the deal. Whether you’re chasing a dream, building a project, or hunting for opportunities, it starts with showing up. Prospecting isn’t glamorous—it’s digging, testing, reaching out, trying again. It’s sending that email, making that call, or sketching that idea when no one’s watching. And the kicker? You’ve got to give it time. Results don’t always come on day one—or even day ten. But every move you make stacks the odds in your favor. Sam didn’t strike gold because he was the smartest or the strongest—he did it because he didn’t quit. He trusted the process, adjusted as he went, and let time do its thing. We can do that too. Whatever you’re working on, take action today—prospect a little. Reach out to one person, try one new angle, or put one idea into motion. Then keep at it. The gold’s there, even if it’s buried deep. Here’s my challenge for you this week: pick one thing you’ve been meaning to start or push forward. Take one small action—send the message, make the plan, dig in. Then commit to giving it a few more swings before you judge it. I’d love to hear what you’re prospecting for—reply and let me know! Keep digging. The glint’s coming. Until next week, Justin PS - I have a weekly update that I will include on my dreams below, this is something I have been doing personally for more than 2 years now, and it is my guiding light for how I make decisions and decide what I want to be doing and chasing. If you ever want to became part of what I am creating, you can sign up at www.justindcstephens.com for the Employee Empowerment Initiative. Justin Stephens |
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