So, if you want to be obsessed (and not average), start by falling in love with your true purpose and defining clear and meaningful goals for yourself. Obsessed people must have boundless energy, intensity, drive, and big dreams, but more importantly, obsessed use these qualities to dominate life.

All it took was simply reviewing his purpose and writing it down for Cardone to unlock the power of his passion. This is a listen where the tent revival preacher shouts the good news to you (and I do mean "shouts"). You're a bit surprised you said it out loud, but grateful he's willing to dispense some quick advice to clearly answer one of the most pressing questions that define our turbulent age. Continue to seek new obsessions by making new friends, seeking mentors, investing in education, keeping a sharp mind and healthy body, and being charitable.No two definitions of success are the same, and striving towards anyone else's idea of success can never truly kindle an obsession. I was so lost that I was starting to look to horoscopes for direction and guidance that might determine my future. Ok,yeah GC is loud, obnoxious and arrogant (and he's entitled to be, he's made an incredible life for himself). Just sending a message to let you know I appreciate your Obsession and Dedication of achieving your goals to help not only you but others!

Cardone says he wrote this book because people were telling him they applied the 10X philosophy and, while their financial/business success soared, other parts of their lives were falling apart. He reclaimed his obsession with wanting to be a business rock star, a super salesman, a huge philanthropist.

The explanation of how to become obsessed is basic: force yourself, learn as much as you can, don't make excuses. There are many factors that set successful people apart from their average counterparts, but the biggest factor is the desire to grow. But Grant Cardone looks back at you after having been temporarily distracted, disapprovingly, and slowly shakes his head and says, with disappointment, "No.

He's a public speaker, he has this energetic tone, exuding enthusiasm makes you hooked and pay attention. Once when I get the understanding that I am not some billionaire heir and take responsibility into my own action I can achieve what I set my mind to. He really makes you see that you can't get what you want as well as make excuses for why you're not trying hard enough (we've all got them!

I don't know if that was someone on his team or actually him but it felt great hearing him congratulate me. That’s when he realized that he had simply gotten off track; he felt unfulfilled because he was no longer obsessed with fulfilling his true purpose!

I agree with the sentiment that those who are "obsessed" with success will likely do far better than those who are not. Grant had grown up with big dreams, but friends and family told him to be more reasonable and less demanding.a high tech PC running on Windows 98 — not going too far without a great and updated operating system. The author spends most of the time contradicting him self and the rest of the time stumbling from one topic to another. So, because you’re good at your job and you’ve built a successful career, you assume you’re happy and fulfilled. In addition to speaking internationally to individuals, companies, and industry leaders on sales effectiveness, negotiating strategies, business development and business expansion, I am a regular contributor to networks including, Fox News, MSNBC, CNBC, Huffington Post, Business Week’s Business Exchange, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Reuters, CNBC, Today Show and over 600 radio shows.