Hump Day: Motivation with Help From Zig Ziglar

People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing.
That's why we recommend it daily.
Zig Zigler

by Skip Cohen

It's Hump Day, and the older I get, the faster the week seems to go by. As I considered what to share on a lighter and more general note, I remembered a quote from Lou Mitchell's book, Mastering Positive Thinking. He wrote:

Just as we clean our bodies to maintain hygiene, we need to refresh our minds and spirits with motivational thoughts and actions. Consistent motivation fuels our drive and helps us navigate life's challenges with renewed energy. It's not about a one-time surge but about cultivating a habit that keeps us focused and inspired every day.

From the "Drilling Down" series to "Formulas for Success," I've shared a few dozen ideas to help you focus on actions to build a stronger business and make 2026 a record-breaking year. But ideas alone aren't enough - you need to be motivated.

Motivation is the fuel you run on, much like a tank of gas in your car. The ongoing economic challenges that raise the cost of gas every day are a small part of the increasing pressures on our sanity, which make it harder to stay focused and motivated.

The more we're bombarded by outside influences, the harder it is to stay motivated. That's where having faith comes into play. I know I've shared this before - the quote below is in a frame next to my sink in the bathroom, and I see it every morning. Yet, I so often forget it.

Faith...is being sure of what you hope for and certain of what we do not see.
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Happy Hump Day - Make the rest of the week as spectacular as you can! It takes motivation and motivation takes faith.