Note From Jimmy: I’m out of town this week and my affiliate manager, Nicole Dean is filling in for me. Say “hello” to Nicole. Don’t be afraid. She won’t bite. Nicole is a wonderful internet marketer, friend and all around good girl … and she always has something interesting to say, so check in each day. See you next week.
————

Hey guys. I’m back. I’m Nicole Dean, and I’m Jimmy’s Affiliate Manager at www.InfoProfitShare.com. I’m also his business partner at www.OutsourceWeekly.com.

This week, as Jimmy mentioned, I’m visiting, sharing a 5 part series entitled “Lessons Learned Working with Jimmy D. Brown: The Inside Scoop”. If you’re just joining me, here are the first three blog posts of the series:

Lessons Learned from Jimmy, Pt. 3

Lessons Learned from Jimmy, Pt. 2

Lessons Learned from Jimmy, Pt. 1

Yesterday I talked about defining what success meant to you and working towards that goal.

Today I’d like to share a related, but slightly different lesson that I’ve learned from Jimmy’s example that I’m still struggling to implement.

Lesson 4: Make Sure your Priorities are in Whack.

ok. I know that “in whack” isn’t an actual phrase but I’m going for the opposite of “out of whack” so work with me on this one.

Now, I don’t want to get preachy here. (And, honestly, I have no business being preachy about this since it’s something that I struggle with daily…)

Priorities. Priorities. Priorities. ((sigh))

Did you know that Jimmy exercises like every day?! Seriously. He makes it a priority. While the rest of us are slowly but surely developing “Computer Butt” - he’s in the best shape of his life.

Is it because he’s got more than 24 hours in a day? Nope. It’s because he’s got his priorities “in whack”.

I used to be a total gym rat. I loved exercising!

However, once I started my online business, I’ve made excuses why I couldn’t exercise regularly (for the last 4 years). I’ve had to become the primary breadwinner (and now the sole breadwinner) in our family so I told myself that I didn’t have the time to get into shape or take care of myself or … shower. (eew! I know.)

I should have just hung a sign on the door that said “Computer Butt Welcome Here”. Because it came whether I liked it or not.

— Sidenote —

I had the Home Office Quickie Exercise Expert, Scott Tousignant, on my podcast last week, and he’s created a 10 minute workout for home business people that I’m thinking of doing on my blog with anyone who would like to join me.

Would love to have you if you’re interested. But, first learn more about Scott’s program and his views on health here: Interview with Scott Tousignant.

— End Sidenote —

Also, as you may know, Jimmy takes time to help at his church and he also went on a mission trip this year to Poland. He, along with his bride, Paula, homeschool their son and travel around the country. Not a bad way to spend your days.

How would you like to spend your time with the people you love, doing things that make a difference in your community, while working to help people who need a it?

Priorities. It makes you think.

What are your priorities? And, is your business coming between you and them?

Sure, we all want to give back and we all want to get fit and be healthy, but what are our excuses?

I just don’t have time to exercise. Some day I will.

Some day when I get more money from my business, I will give back.

Well, I’ve got a little secret for you. Last time I checked “Someday”  wasn’t on the calendar. I saw a Saturday and a Sunday, but no Someday.

Also, did you know that even fitting in 10 minutes of exercise each day can make you MORE productive. I’ll get my friend, Scott, to comment over here with his experience.

What does all of this have to do with priorities? Your health should be at least as much of a priority as your wealth.

But, finding the time… finding the time. How do you find the time to fit a workout into your day - find time to give back – and find time to spend with your loved ones – and find time to shower?!

That’s again, where I’ll recommend the Homepreneur Habits course. If Jimmy can run a hugely profitable business in only three hours each day, find time to exercise daily, have date nights with his wife, and travel to tennis matches all over the country – wouldn’t you think you might learn nugget or two in this $15 report? That reminds me. I need to go reread it myself.

I’ll close out today’s blog post with an excerpt from the Homepreneur Habits report. This is the intro to the report. Enjoy!
————————

Excerpt copied from Homepreneur Habits – Jimmy D. Brown, author.

One of the questions that I get a lot from members of List And Traffic (as well as from my other customers and even subscribers) is this -

What does your home office look like?

There is a lot of interest in learning about the equipment I use, the setup of my office, my daily routine, etc. So, I’ve decided to create this report that I’m entitling, “Homepreneur Habits: How To Run A Successful Home Business”.

My goal for this series is to teach you some basic setup and operations for establishing and maintaining your own home business office. Which, ultimately, will translate into more efficiency, productivity and …

Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned pro, I think some of the insights that I’ll be giving you into how my own office and business is organized and operated will be beneficial to you in your own pursuits.

And, YES, just so you know, I really do work in my pajamas! In fact, as I’m writing this article I’m sitting here in my Ralph Lauren Polo pajamas and a white t-shirt. My wife snapped this picture just a couple of minutes ago…

(Warning: This is Jimmy in the morning in his pajamas … not for the faint at heart

Continue on at your own risk.

No lifeguards on duty.

Turn back, turn back, turn back.

Okay, you were warned…

(Picture of Jimmy in his Jammies for customers only.)

You really can operate your own business in your pajamas. Or anything else for that matter. But, please, no file-sharing. I’ll take you at your word when you tell me you work in the same pair of holey underwear from college just to remind you of where you came from.

Okay, back to the point. I’ve got this series divided into three parts…

Homepreneur Habits: How To Run A Successful Home Business

Lesson #1: The PRINCIPLES Of A Successful Homepreneur
Lesson #2: The PARAPHERNALIA Of A Successful Homepreneur
Lesson #3: The Of A Successful Homepreneur

In our first lesson we’ll look at some guidelines or “rules” that I go by in organizing and operating my home office. Lesson two will cover specific equipment that I use in my daily operations. And in lesson three I’ll share how to organize your schedule for increased productivity and results.

I’ll be sharing lots of visuals as you’ll be given an “all access” tour of my own home office.
————————

If you’ve bought and read the Homepreneur Habits report, I’d love to hear your thoughts below. It’s one of my favorites – obviously.

I’ll be back with the wrap-up tomorrow.

Warmly,
Nicole Dean