Great thoughts here Dave & Dawn. Its symptomatic of our microwave society that wants to see results in 45 seconds or just move on to the next event. It takes patience and vision to see the end result before it materializes, but most never grasp this. Your commentary remineded my of something from Ben Franklin's Way to Wealth, “By diligence and patience the mouse ate in two the cable”. Cheers, Chip

Another great post and video Dave & Dawn…you made me slightly hungry for a cheeseburger there….but i will stick to doing the easy thing….and stay healthy…

Lots of great lessons in this video, it's is also rather easy to stay distracted and to go looking for new and fresh excitement all the time, rather than sticking to the simple and easy things that if done consistently cannot fail over time to get us anywhere we want to be and much further..

Thanks for the great post,
Johneal

I love the “salad – big mac” analogy. Even though we may think it's a small decision, we have no idea how much impact one decision can make.

Way too many people go for the big mac when starting an online business and get full too fast. Those who choose the salad tend to crave more and more. I love salad!

Hey guys,

Love this book, in fact I have a “Slight Edge” post on my blog as well.

Many of us have been conditioned to expect instant gratification in all that we do. As a result the immediate rewards that we associate with our actions often seem more important to us than the long term effects. In your Big Mac example it's easy to give in and eat it; it tastes really good and appeases our hunger much more than a salad. When we really consider the long term results though, the salad is a much better choice.

Great video, I love how you relate it to online marketing!

Thanks Christine for the comments. I have to admit, I'm still a Big Mac kind of guy and Dawn's the salad one in the family. I do use the right slight edge for most things in life though. Fortunately, we hardly ever eat out and usually cook pretty healthy at home. Heck, after reading a Tony Robbins book “Awaken the Giant Within” we even cut back a lot on red meat but I do love that occasional Big Mac!

Kathy, I read your post and loved it as well. Jeff Olson just brings it all together.

Hi Dave and Dawn,

I've read the slight edge before and listened to the audio. It's amazing how little habits and routines can pay off big time if we just continue to do them daily!

And… exactly the same with negative habits.

Look forward to connecting,
Gavin

Thanks Christine for the comments. I have to admit, I'm still a Big Mac kind of guy and Dawn's the salad one in the family. I do use the right slight edge for most things in life though. Fortunately, we hardly ever eat out and usually cook pretty healthy at home. Heck, after reading a Tony Robbins book “Awaken the Giant Within” we even cut back a lot on red meat but I do love that occasional Big Mac!

Kathy, I read your post and loved it as well. Jeff Olson just brings it all together.

Hi Dave and Dawn,

I've read the slight edge before and listened to the audio. It's amazing how little habits and routines can pay off big time if we just continue to do them daily!

And… exactly the same with negative habits.

Look forward to connecting,
Gavin

I was not familiar with Jeff Olson's book, but after reading your article I am going to listen to his book. Thanks for sharing.

Hi Dawn and Dave:
Great thoughts here. I completely agree. Success is progression, rarely realized overnight. Rather, realized with consistently doing the right things. Great share.

Great post! It is so true how most people go through life living only for the moment not really understanding or even thinking about the longer term effects that their current action will have on their life. We must all have a very strong belief in what we are wanting to create in our life. This will keep us on track and help us to make the right decisions in the moment that they happen. Thanks again for sharing this with us.
Make it a great day!
God Bless,
-ed

Dave and Dawn,

It's amazing how the smallest of actions snowball over time. Ted Turner, who has accomplished so much in his life has never worn tie up shoes, because he wanted to save that time to do more worthwhile actions.

Based on your recommendation I'll have to read the “Slight Edge.” Thanks for the great reminder to make every second count!

Sounds like a great book! I just recently learned that taking consistent steps toward your goal (even if small) is so important. I so appreciate the reminder. Awesome insight to begin 2010!

I highly recommend this book if you want to make positive change in your life and give your life direction. The little changes add up over time and a year from today you could be living the life of your dreams. Give a copy to your kids.

This wonderful gift book reinforces in words and images the idea that little steps, compounded over time, do make a difference.

I have recently started reading The Slight Edge and was amazed at how subtly and easily we allow success to slip through our fingers by doing nothing towards achieving our goals daily. I love what I’ve learned so far. Thanks for your insight into the big picture of the book.

Sounds like a great book! I just recently learned that taking consistent steps toward your goal (even if small) is so important. I so appreciate the reminder. Awesome insight to begin 2010!

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It makes sense. My best friend started cutting over comments made on Formspring. People called her fat and she’s a twig, they said she couldn’t dance and she’s the head of the ballet class.

The Slight Edge is a great book for your personal development library. This book will challenge your current thinking and philosophy towards life. This book is about how you can change your life, and how “The Slight Edge” can have an amazing impact over time.
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Thanks again for another great valuable post! I love to read and you always give good reviews of books.

This looks like another great book to add to my list of Great Books to Buy along with Outliers

Hi Dave and Dawn,

Jeff Olson's book “The Slight Edge” is a very powerful book with some very simple little fundamentals that one can apply and have immediate success. It is so very said that the masses choose to watch TV instead of fulfilling their minds with wealth. As Jim Rohn once stated in one of his books: “By the time we work all day, go home, have some dinner and watch a little TV, it is time for bed. There is no time to read, learn and better our situation.” Huhmmmmm . . .They are the ones behind on their rent, mortgage or car payment.

Miss seeing you . . . and exchanging thoughts! Have a fantastic day!

Lloyd Dobson

That is so important to understand that you are either moving toward your goals or away from them there is no standing still. Make every decision with that in mind. Beautiful post thanks.

Michael

Hi Dave and Dawn,

I am going to add this book “The Slight Edge” to my reading list which gets longer every day. However, I am dedicated to improving my thinking and my mind so that I can help so many more people create freedom in their lives. You have both demonstrated that you are willing to do what it takes. I think we all forget the Law of the Harvest at times – it takes a season to see our work through.

Blessings
Clare

Dave and Dawn,
I especially like the quotes “making every decision with your desired result in mind,” that “success is a progression over time” and that “successful people are willing to do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do” And these are mundane and simple tasks.
I needed to hear this today because I keep doing such simple tasks but I know they need to be done.
Erica
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Hi Dave and Dawn,
One thing I do on a daily basis is listen to positive thinkers, Robin Sharma, Success Magazine CDs, Abraham-Hicks and the best thing that’s happened for me is a better appreciation for myself and my abilities. As a result I became more confident and could do more. And, you are so right, Jeff Olson is right about the compound effect. I’ll have to check out the book because I LOVE reading books like this. Thank you for sharing through a video too! I look forward to our interview!
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Hi Dave and Dawn,

I loved your video on your endorsement for Jeff Olson’s book, The Slight Edge. This video is just what I needed to hear! You accomplished your purpose. I trust any recommendation that you tow make If he based his philosophies on Jim Rohn, then it has to be phenomenal! I love Jim Rohn. He is a legend and is a success mentor for so many people.

Your straight forward approach is what has always drawn me to your leadership. The Big Mac versus salad analogy makes sense but in life, sometimes we forget that the little decisions add up. I love personal development and adding new resources to my list. I will add “The Slight Edge” to it and I am looking forward to reading it.

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Hey Dave and Dawn, this is my first official week, and I love what you have to say here about The Slight Edge!! Did you also know that there is a community created by his daughter: theslightedgecommunity? let me know if you want the link. Its a lot like facebook, and they won’t allow any spamming. I especially notice, a re-reading or listening to the Slight edge, I get even clearer how decisions that I make affect my over all success in life!
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Helli Dave and Dawn,

I just love you guys! Your video was great and covers so many important things. Dave you are so funny with your examples…They are so true and so real life! Dawn you have such a huge heart and I can tell you care so much about sharing your message.

I love that you give the example of fast food as something that is easy to do and easy not to do …there are so many choices and decision we have to make troughout the day and it’s great to be reminded of that!

Thanks guys for your authenticity and for chosing to make this video instead of going to McDonalds for a Big Mac…LOL ~ Nathalie

Really some food (pardon the Big Mac pun) for thought here, Dave and Dawn.

I think one of the troubling issues for me is that I get so caught up in the “doing” … that I seldom have (or take) the time to think clearly about what it is that I’m so busy doing.

Where will it lead me. Success or failure? Of course, it “seems” like I’m doing success things all the time, but you’ve really made me think here, to be careful that I’m not assuming they are success things. They may be taking me to the Bad place instead!

Thanks for the really important ideas you’ve brought forth in this post, Dave and Dawn.
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I read ‘The Slight Edge’ a couple of years ago, and I was blown away by how the little actions are the ones that make the most massive difference over time. I’ve had times of not being consistent and focused in my behaviors…but I stopped once I recognized that no one would change my life but me.

I think sometimes that a fear of failure keeps us from moving forward as well. Consistency isn’t easy, though it should be, and the actions, while easy, become so challenging over time. I’m glad I stopped by here today. I needed this reminder; it’s the little, consistent things that count!
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Hi Dawn

Great post and video. I would love to get hold to the audio’s.
I just love old Jim also to bits. and I love it that some people just give up on the easy
thing that you need to do.

Big steps at a time make you give up most of the time but people love to get big money fast, with out do the small and easy things.

Thanks
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